Author: Magna International Official News

News Release – Magna Opens New Body & Chassis Plant in Mexico

Please click HERE for a PDF version of the release. Facility to produce structural welded assemblies for global automakers Currently employs 400, expected growth to approximately 1,000 Gives Magna 32 facilities and more than 28,000 employees in Mexico AURORA, Ontario, April 19, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Magna executives were joined by Governor Juan Manuel Carreras… Continue reading News Release – Magna Opens New Body & Chassis Plant in Mexico

News Release – Magna to Develop Electric Vehicle Architecture for BAIC Group

Please click HERE for a PDF version of this release. • Joint program for next generation of EV architecture• Magna to enhance its relationship with one of China’s largest OEMs • First project with BAIC Group to support their electrification strategy BEIJING, April 9, 2018 — BAIC Group (Beijing Automotive Industry Holding Co., Ltd.) and Magna… Continue reading News Release – Magna to Develop Electric Vehicle Architecture for BAIC Group

News Release – Magna Forms Joint Venture in China to Support Growing Composite Liftgate Market

Please click HERE for a PDF version of the release. Deal signed with Guangzhou Automobile Group Co., Ltd. (GAC) subsidiary Enables mass production of composite liftgates for fast-growing market Further expands Magna’s China footprint SHANGHAI, China, April 02, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As the market for crossovers and sport utility vehicles continues to grow in… Continue reading News Release – Magna Forms Joint Venture in China to Support Growing Composite Liftgate Market

Press Release – Magna Provides Engineering Expertise to New Automaker VinFast

Please click HERE for a PDF version of the release. Complete vehicle development for two models Advanced engineering methods reduce development time to 12 months Vehicles will be built at the VinFast production plant in Haiphong, Vietnam SHANGHAI, China, March 29, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Asia represents one of the strongest growing automotive markets in… Continue reading Press Release – Magna Provides Engineering Expertise to New Automaker VinFast

Press Release – Magna Posts 2017 Annual Report

Please click HERE for a PDF version of the release. AURORA, Ontario, March 28, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Magna International Inc. (TSX:MG) (NYSE:MGA) today announced that its 2017 Annual Report, including Management’s Discussion and Analysis and Audited Consolidated Financial Statements, Annual Information Form (AIF) and Form 40-F, are now available on the company’s website, www.magna.com. … Continue reading Press Release – Magna Posts 2017 Annual Report

News Release – Magna Celebrates Grand Opening at South Carolina Seat Facility

Please click HERE for a PDF version of the release. First BMW Group seat programs in Magna’s history Plant to expand, create additional jobs Magna’s fourth manufacturing plant in South Carolina AURORA, Ontario, March 26, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — For the first time in its history Magna will supply seats to the BMW Group. Company… Continue reading News Release – Magna Celebrates Grand Opening at South Carolina Seat Facility

Press Release – Magna and Lyft Announce a Multi-Year Partnership to Develop and Manufacture Self-Driving Systems at Scale

Please click HERE for a PDF version of the release. Magna and Lyft will fund and develop self-driving systems Co-developed self-driving systems can be deployed on the Lyft network as well as for the entire automotive industry The partnership will benefit from data generated by the 5+ billion miles traveled per year on the Lyft… Continue reading Press Release – Magna and Lyft Announce a Multi-Year Partnership to Develop and Manufacture Self-Driving Systems at Scale

News Release – Magna Launches New Composites Center of Excellence in Germany

Please click HERE for a PDF version of the release. Brings advanced composites and carbon fiber expertise to European market Develops lightweight structural and exterior components Enables joint development projects with European automakers SAILAUF, Germany, March 07, 2018 — Magna’s new Composites Center of Excellence in Esslingen, Germany, aims to help European automakers meet increasingly… Continue reading News Release – Magna Launches New Composites Center of Excellence in Germany