Welding innovations for large format gigastamped parts Production of large format gigastamped parts is driving innovations in joining technologies to speedup process times and improve performance and efficiency Nick Holt
Ford’s $5 billion EV platform and factory investment Ford has committed $5 billion to its Universal EV Platform and Production System, overhauling production at Louisville and BlueOval Battery Park Michigan. The new approach introduces parallel assembly, structural batteries, supplier integration and workforce transition. Charlie Blackie-Kelly Emily Uwemedimo Ilkhan Ozsevim
Small EVs offer big production and industrial advantages A new report argues that smaller, more affordable electric vehicles are central to reducing supply risks, improving competitiveness and restoring growth in global automotive markets. Ilkhan Ozsevim
Europe: Chinese brand’s sales and localised production on the increase Despite steep EU tariffs, Chinese automakers are rapidly expanding their footprint across Europe – doubling market share. With hybrid models gaining traction and production scaling locally, their momentum shows no signs of slowing. Ian Henry
Why range extenders, hybrids, and hydrogen ICEs still matter in the EV era Mahle Powertrain’s Mike Bassett tells AMS how advanced simulation, clean-sheet design, and targeted hybrid integration are driving the development of next generation internal combustion engines for EV platforms. Nick Holt
BMW’s Factory Genius: How AI is transforming global automotive production BMW’s AI-driven Factory Genius is cutting troubleshooting times and streamlining production across global plants. As part of its broader iFactory and AIonic strategy, BMW is reimagining shop floor intelligence through real-time data, machine learning, and generative AI. Nick Holt
Next steps for automating wire harness assembly The wire harness assembly process has long been the most difficult to automate; complex layout, flexible wires, small connectors and tight grouping all conspire keep this job as a manual operation, until now. Nick Holt
How smart material transportation can support flexibility in automotive production operations As the automotive industry faces multiple economic and geopolitical challenges, impacting costs, market demand and supply chains, developing agile, flexible production lines becomes a necessity. AMS Editorial
Welcome to the new AMS experience We’ve redesigned the AMS website to deliver sharper insight, faster access and a smoother, more intuitive experience at a time when you need it most. Nick Holt
Tariffs, competition and challenging markets put European OEMs under more pressure The European vehicle manufacturing sector faces major challenges amidst ongoing geopolitical and economic turmoil. This review looks at US tariffs, the slower adoption of electric vehicles (EVs), low factory utilisation, and the rising competition from the Chinese vehicle manufacturers. Ian Henry
