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Mercedes-Benz investing over $2.2B to reskill workforce in AI
The carmaker is offering data and digitalization training as auto manufacturing modernizes.
By Michael Brady • Aug. 3, 2023 -
7 automakers form massive EV charging network joint venture
The collaboration will create one of North America's largest public EV charging networks and include 30,000 high-powered chargers.
By Eric Walz • July 28, 2023 -
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greenbutterfly via Getty ImagesTrendlineThe Rise of AI in Manufacturing
How are manufacturers using AI, and what should leaders know about the technology?
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GM blames automation supplier for EV production delays
CEO Mary Barra said the third-party issue caught the automaker by surprise, but it's "not walking away" from its 400,000 EV production target.
By Megan Ruggles • July 28, 2023 -
Cell therapy maker Kincell joins wave of manufacturing startups
The startup is the latest young company to emerge with plans to make production of cell-based medicines easier for researchers and biotechs.
By Ben Fidler • July 27, 2023 -
VinFast to break ground on first $2B phase of US plant
The facility will be the Vietnam-based startup’s first North American plant and the first automotive manufacturing plant for North Carolina.
By Sara Samora • July 24, 2023 -
Energy Department offers $32M for critical mineral production
The Biden administration is looking to extract materials such as lithium and cobalt from coal-based sources.
By Kate Magill • July 24, 2023 -
Mercedes-Benz brings ChatGPT to factories
The automaker is piloting the technology in its production process ahead of a global rollout.
By Kate Magill • July 19, 2023 -
Applied Materials, Arizona State partner on semiconductor research center
The equipment maker seeks to speed chip technology development and cultivate a talent pipeline through the partnership.
By Megan Ruggles • July 18, 2023 -
Toyota says ‘breakthrough’ in solid-state EV batteries could significantly drop costs
The automaker and its joint venture partner Panasonic are also working to reduce battery size and weight by half.
By Eric Walz • July 10, 2023 -
Biden touts US manufacturing in Enphase Energy visit
The president was in South Carolina on Thursday showcasing the solar equipment manufacturer’s plans to invest $60 million in domestic production.
By Sara Samora • July 7, 2023 -
Wolfspeed signs $2B supply deal with Japan-based chipmaker
Under the 10-year agreement, Renesas Electronics will receive 150mm and 200mm silicon carbide wafers to power its semiconductors.
By Megan Ruggles • July 7, 2023 -
BMW breaks ground on $700M South Carolina battery assembly plant
The factory is part of the German automaker’s $1.7 billion investment to produce fully electric vehicles.
By Sara Samora • June 28, 2023 -
Pratt & Whitney to invest $206M expanding Georgia plant
The aviation parts manufacturer is upping production capacity for its popular GTF engine used by Embraer and Airbus.
By Sara Samora • June 28, 2023 -
Intel grows global footprint with chip factories in Germany, Poland
The semiconductor maker is working to build an end-to-end supply chain in the European Union.
By Kate Magill • June 26, 2023 -
Stellantis forms semiconductor joint venture with Foxconn
The JV will manufacture chips for the automaker's planned software-based EVs.
By Eric Walz • June 22, 2023 -
Treasury seeks to provide clarity on CHIPS Act tax credit
The proposed rules aim to give taxpayers electing to receive a direct payment “procedural certainty.”
By Megan Ruggles • June 21, 2023 -
Lockheed Martin, GlobalFoundries to collaborate on chips for national security
The new partnership will support the CHIPS and Science Act’s goal to strengthen national and economic security and domestic supply chains.
By Sara Samora • June 15, 2023 -
Toyota revamps its EV strategy as competition and government mandates mount
The automaker’s plans include developing solid-state, lithium-ion batteries for future electric vehicles with driving ranges over 600 miles.
By Eric Walz • June 15, 2023 -
Texas ready to invest $1.4B in state chip industry
The new funds would complement federal efforts to promote domestic semiconductor manufacturing.
By Sara Samora • June 14, 2023 -
Intel crushed its supplier diversity targets 8 years early. Here’s how.
The company this year hit its goal of spending $20 billion on women- and minority-owned suppliers.
By Ben Unglesbee • June 12, 2023 -
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How Audi uses RFID to improve production processes
Explore how RFID technology is optimizing production processes, improving logistics and paving the way for a future of connected factories in the automotive industry.
June 12, 2023 -
3M pours nearly $150M into its biopharma filtration capabilities
The investment includes facility and equipment upgrades to improve the technology.
By Megan Ruggles • June 9, 2023 -
Purdue alliance to launch semiconductor coursework for Indian students
The new agreement aligns with U.S.-India initiatives to strengthen chip collaboration between the two countries.
By Sara Samora • June 5, 2023 -
Admares to build first U.S. factory in Georgia
The Finland-based building manufacturer is also moving its headquarters to the U.S., as it looks to meet rising housing demand.
By Sara Samora • June 2, 2023 -
Solar solutions provider commissions Tennessee tube mill for parts
Nextracker has secured a dedicated production line at MMS Steel Tubes USA’s first U.S. factory for steel torque tubes.
By Megan Ruggles • May 30, 2023