All Sustainable production articles
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NewsAuto components firm Benteler breaks ground on smart plant in Morocco
Benteler begins building a high-tech automotive plant in Morocco, promising jobs, smart manufacturing, and sustainable production in Kenitra.
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VoiceUrgent reforms needed in Europe’s EV industry, warns SSAB
At the Swedish Steel Prize 2025, SSAB’s Erik Nymann warns that Europe’s EV industry must act swiftly to counter China’s dominance in batteries, rising US tariffs, weak recycling systems, and lagging infrastructure.
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ArticleCircularity is reshaping vehicle design and sourcing
EVs and components are now designed to be disassembled, reused and traced. This shift is turning circularity into a core differentiator in automotive sourcing.
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VoicePrinting a new future for the paintshop
ABB’s PixelPaint eliminates overspray, cuts emissions by 35% and enables new levels of personalisation in the paintshop - all while slashing costs.
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ArticleA conversation with JLR’s Tomasz Jozwiak: end-to-end asset reuse for EVs
JLR is redeploying surplus robots, pumps and tooling from Castle Bromwich to EV sites worldwide, cutting costs, CO₂ and boosting resilience through circularity.
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ArticleMaking vehicle manufacturing more flexible at JLR and Daimler
JLR and Daimler Truck are boosting manufacturing with flexible systems, agile supply chains and automation to meet EV and ICE complexity on the same lines.
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NewsVolkswagen appoints Dr. Werner Tietz as new head of Group Research and Development
Dr. Werner Tietz will take on the role of Head of Group Research and Development at Volkswagen Group, effective July 1, 2025.
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ArticleGAME Theory: Is Tesla’s “Unboxed” process a new production paradigm?
Tesla’s “Unboxed” manufacturing process promises to halve production costs and redefine car assembly. Is it the game-changer the industry needs?
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ArticleAutomotive Manufacturing Solutions Magazine – Issue 1, 2025
2025 marks the 25th anniversary of Automotive Manufacturing Solutions. Available today in this landmark year, Issue 1 of the AMS magazine focuses on the North American manufacturing sector, EV and battery production projects, hybrid powertrains, and much more. Get your copy in print or read digitally, and gain insights from BorgWarner, BMW, Ford, Stellantis and more.
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ArticleHonda looks to master flexibility to futureproof production operations
Honda North America’s newly upgraded production operations in Ohio are going to be the OEM’s template for flexible production of ICE, hybrids and EVs on a single line.
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ArticleVW’s Bratislava and Pamplona gain strategic production value
VW ramps up production in Slovakia and Spain, shifting key models like the Passat and future EVs away from Germany to cut costs and drive innovation.
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ArticleMercedes-Benz gives the green light for new paint shop
Mercedes-Benz is investing hundreds of millions in a new digital, low-emission paint shop in Sindelfingen, powered by AI, digital twins and green energy.
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ArticleDigital threads weave together connected car factories
Digital twins and AI are reshaping connected car factories, promising leaner, smarter and more resilient automotive manufacturing.
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NewsUK fines carmakers and trade bodies £77m for green ad collusion
UK fines ten carmakers and two trade bodies £77m for colluding over recycling claims, hindering competition in green vehicle advertising.
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New whitepaper: BASF and Catena-X: Creating a more connected and efficient automotive industry
This whitepaper provides an in-depth look at how BASF, as a top 30 global automotive supplier, is leveraging Catena-X to enhance supply chain transparency, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive efficiency.
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NewsHairpins and horsepower: how JLR’s copper loops are reshaping EVs
JLR is using hairpin winding machines to supercharge EV motor production, blending cutting-edge precision with traditional craftsmanship in Wolverhampton.
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NewsBMW powers up Debrecen plant for Neue Klasse rollout
BMW’s Debrecen plant comes online with modular EV assembly and just-in-sequence logistics as it prepares to build the next-gen BMW iX3 from late 2025.
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NewsWebasto and Cylib partner on sustainable battery recycling
Webasto and Cylib are joining forces to recycle used EV batteries and production waste, securing raw materials and advancing Europe’s circular economy.
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NewsJLR creates 150 EV manufacturing roles in the UK
JLR is recruiting 150 EV technicians in the UK to support the production of Range Rover Electric and next-generation battery and drive unit manufacturing.
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NewsAutomakers win reprieve on 2025 EU CO2 vehicle emissions targets
The European Commission is giving automakers until 2027 to comply with strict CO2 targets, offering relief to an industry struggling with EV sales and global competition.