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ArticleEditor's note: All the small things
It’s possible that those responsible for Volkswagen’s emissions-cheating software thought it was only a minor transgression, but hindsight is a wonderful thing. Seismic scandals apart, global carmakers like VW constantly have to deal with a lot of small, and to the casual observer, seemingly insignificant things. But this multitude of ...
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ArticleGAZ Nizhny Novgorod: A new regime
Systematic investment since 2010 has modernised the facilities, production processes and workforce skills at GAZ's key factory. The new discipline has improved efficiency and quality at this complex operationEven before you reach the production areas of the GAZ plant in Nizhny Novgorod, the site’s character is made apparent by two ...
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ArticleGAZelle Next panel van now in production
Russia – The OEM has invested 6 billion roubles ($94.4m) to introduce its new model, including significant modernisation of its Nizhny Novgorod plant. With the launch of the GAZelle Next panel van, the company has entered the segment of vans with capacity over 13 cubic metres and will be competing ...
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ArticleGordon Murray debuts iStream Carbon
Japan – The carbon-fibre chassis, billed as the first such affordable structure for mass production, is being shown at the Tokyo Motor Show as part of the Yamaha Sports Ride Concept. UK-based Gordon Murray says the chassis brings Formula One materials and technology “within reach of the everyday motorist”.The innovative ...
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ArticleShowing real steel
ArcelorMittal has invested heavily to produce AHSS for the automotive industry. Chris Wright visits the company’s Sagunto plant, Spain, which is ramping up to produce 150,000 tons of Usibor per year from 2016ArcelorMittal has collaborated with OEMs to develop steel solutions that meet critical requirements in terms of weight reduction ...
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ArticleHMIN starts making 2016 Honda Civic
US – Production began at the OEM’s Greenburg plant in Indiana, ahead of deliveries in November. Honda claims the 10th-generation Civic sedan is the “most ambitious” in the 43-year history of the model, of which it has sold more than 10.2m in the US. Nearly 4.5m Civics have been manufactured ...
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ArticleKunselman retires from FCA role
US – The OEM’s senior vice-president of Vehicle Safety and Regulatory Affairs is leaving after 30 years of service and will join the senior administration of Oakland University, Michigan, where he recently represented FCA US on the board of trustees.Scott Kunselman joined the vehicle-maker in 1985 and has held a ...
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ArticleComau and B&R reach 10,000-robot milestone
Italy – The two companies have been working together long-term to improve the integration of robotics into production lines, so that manufacturers benefit from better synchronisation and the responsiveness of the combined system; Comau provides the robots, while automation specialist B&R supplies the control electronics. The partnership has so far ...
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ArticleAAT starts making Mazda’s new CX-3
Thailand – Following the start of production at Hiroshima Plant, Japan, in December last year, Auto Alliance Thailand (AAT) has become the second operation to manufacture the model, and the first overseas location to do so.“AAT is an extremely important hub that consolidates our system for supplying the CX-3 promptly ...
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ArticleGM’s latest stamping facility receives first presses
US – The new equipment at the $174m stamping facility at Lansing Grand River (LGR) Assembly Plant is expected to save the OEM about $14m per year in logistical costs associated with material handling. The presses will stamp parts for the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro plus the Cadillac ATS and CTS.The ...
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ArticleNew advanced metal removal fluids
Quaker Chemical has developed two new platform technologies, QUAKERCOOL 700 Series, designed for ferrous machining and QUAKERCOOL 7000 Series for aluminum and multi-metal machining.The company says these new formulations reduce the use of hazardous materials and the improved emulsion characteristics in the fluids reduce the chemical consumption or water use ...
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ArticleGM Detroit-Hamtramck moves to two shifts
US – The OEM will add more than 1,200 hourly and salaried personnel at the Michigan plant, bringing the total workforce to around 2,800. The recruitment process is underway and the second shift is due to begin in early 2016.GM said the extra shift is necessary to meet demand for ...
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ArticleOUT NOW: North America 2015
Much of the talk about the automotive industry today focuses on emerging markets such as India and China, but in fact one of its oldest heartlands – the US – is experiencing a new bout of manufacturing investment after finally pulling clear of the last vestiges of the 2008 recession. ...
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Guangqi Honda unveils car and engine plants
China – The automotive production and sales joint venture of Honda in China will now benefit from a third vehicle plant and an engine manufacturing facility at its existing Zengcheng site. The vehicle plant has a capacity of 120,000 units and began production in September.The third car factory of Guangqi ...
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ArticleFord to mimic nature for adhesives
US – The OEM’s researchers will study the special abilities of the gecko to explore new solutions for interior adhesives which will improve sustainability. Ford said it will partner with Proctor & Gamble (P&G) as both companies look to bio-mimicry “for a host of business solutions”.The gecko is being taken ...
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ArticleThe tide is turning against diesel
The Volkswagen emissions scandal is arguably the biggest and most serious issue the industry has faced for years – in fact, ever. Corporate responsibility? A sham. Sustainability? Ditto. Customer trust? Damaged beyond repair. VW might go bankrupt with all the fines and legal suits that are around the corner.That, at ...
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ArticleEditor's note: Rising higher
At a time of renewed confidence for the automotive industry in North America comes the news that one manufacturer, Volkswagen, has been misleading US regulators over vehicle emissions. While other OEMs have experienced damaging scandals in the recent past, it is difficult to think of anything more likely to repel ...
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ArticleGM to build solar array at Warren
US – The 800KW installation, constructed on 4.25 acres of land in collaboration with DTE Energy, will have 2,800 panels capable of generating around 1m KWh of electricity per year. The array at Warren Transmission Plant will be GM’s largest in Michigan.“By supporting this project and making renewable energy commitments ...