Manufacturing
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US manufacturing activity improved in June, but sentiment remains low
Weak demand and price increases continued last month as a return of country-specific tariffs looms, according to the Institute for Supply Management.
By Nathan Owens • July 1, 2025 -
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Continental’s automotive group creates semiconductor unit
The auto parts maker, recently branded as Aumovio, is teaming with GlobalFoundries to develop and manufacture chip components as demand ramps up.
By Nathan Owens • July 1, 2025 -
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Stellantis plans $388M parts distribution ‘Megahub’ in metro Detroit
The facility will be staffed by nearly 500 UAW workers once operational in 2027, according to the company.
By Kalena Thomhave • June 24, 2025 -
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Toyota, Daimler ink deal to merge truck companies
Mitsubishi Fuso and Hino Motors will become equals under a new holding company that is expected to begin operations in April 2026.
By Haley Cawthon • June 23, 2025 -
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Nippon finalizes $14B US Steel takeover
The deal gives President Donald Trump approval over key provisions of the new partnership, including any job moves, facility closures or other future acquisitions.
By Kate Magill • June 20, 2025 -
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Canada threatens further tariffs on US steel, aluminum
The exact new rate will depend on progress made towards a tariff deal with the Trump administration as of July 21.
By Philip Neuffer • June 20, 2025 -
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‘Break the silos’: Software-defined vehicle development requires new approach
More attention must be paid to "middleware" given consumer demand for smartphone-like updates for new models, experts said at AutoTech 2025.
By Eric Walz • June 18, 2025 -
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NHTSA revises exemption process for vehicles without driver controls
The updated application process allows manufacturers to build up to 2,500 vehicles a year without steering wheels, pedals or mirrors.
By Eric Walz • June 17, 2025 -
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Lucid’s strategy to strengthen supply chain means using fewer parts
"Doing more with less is at the heart of sustainability and at the heart of resilience," said VP of Engineering James Hawkins.
By Larry Avila • June 17, 2025 -
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Automakers face challenges in managing software-defined vehicles at scale
Industry experts suggest as vehicle technology increases in complexity, faster and more secure data management will be needed.
By Eric Walz • June 13, 2025 -
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Toyota Motor North America names new general counsel
Elizabeth Gibson was promoted to lead the in-house legal team after 19 years with the company.
By Kalena Thomhave • June 13, 2025 -
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Allison Transmission acquires Dana Inc.’s off-highway unit for $2.7B
Through the purchase, the supplier aims to expand its commercial powertrain offerings to a broader global marketplace.
By Larry Avila • June 13, 2025 -
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The revival of Scout preserves its heritage through innovation
CTO Burkhard Huhnke details how the digital twin design process is expediting product testing as the automaker ramps up toward production in 2027.
By Eric Walz • June 12, 2025 -
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GM is investing $4B in three plants to boost domestic production
The automaker says the investments will provide it with the capacity to build 2 million vehicles a year in the U.S.
By Eric Walz • June 11, 2025 -
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Automakers must cope with tariff-fueled business climate in the short-term: analyst
S&P Global forecasts that the global trade environment may have more clarity by the end of the year.
By Larry Avila • June 10, 2025 -
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Ford recalls 492K SUVs for exterior door trim that can detach
The company is currently working on a remedy and will notify customers when it's available.
By Eric Walz • June 10, 2025 -
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Stellantis scraps plans for Illinois battery plant, parts hub: UAW
The automaker remains committed to restarting its idled Belvidere factory in 2027.
By Larry Avila • June 9, 2025 -
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White House extends exclusions for Section 301 China tariffs
Exemptions to the duties installed during previous administrations will remain until Aug. 31, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative announced last week.
By Philip Neuffer • June 5, 2025 -
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GlobalFoundries commits $16B to expand New York, Vermont facilities
The chipmaker said the move resulted from President Trump’s push to onshore U.S. manufacturing and expand the domestic semiconductor supply chain for companies like Apple and General Motors.
By Sara Samora • June 4, 2025 -
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Clarios plans $1B plant to shore up US critical mineral supply
The facility would recycle metalloid antimony to boost U.S. battery production.
By Antone Gonsalves • June 4, 2025 -
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Toyota recalls 443K Tundra pickups for reverse light failures
The truck’s light assemblies are susceptible to moisture intrusion caused by adhesive separation on a vent patch.
By Eric Walz • June 3, 2025 -
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Trump to increase steel, aluminum tariffs to 50%
The president announced the tariff hikes, which are set to begin Wednesday, while touting Nippon Steel’s proposed acquisition of U.S. Steel during a rally in Pittsburgh.
By Sara Samora • Updated June 2, 2025 -
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Rivian secures $1B infusion from VW after meeting Q2 profit goal
Volkswagen Group’s investment will help the EV maker continue production, even as the company works to mitigate the impact of tariffs.
By Larry Avila • May 29, 2025 -
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GM to invest $888M in New York to produce next-gen V8 engine
The automaker will use the funds to install new machinery, equipment, tools and facility renovations at its Tonawanda Propulsion plant.
By Eric Walz • May 28, 2025 -
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GM, LG Energy target commercializing manganese-rich batteries for EVs
The battery chemistry virtually eliminates Cobalt and uses less nickel, while still offering high energy density to improve electric vehicle range.
By Eric Walz • May 27, 2025
