Ford rolls out autonomous robot-operated 3D printers in vehicle production

Multinational automotive manufacturer Ford has begun using an autonomous robot within its production line to 3D print end-use parts for its vehicles.  Leveraging an in-house-developed interface, Ford has managed to get the KUKA-built bot to ‘speak the same language’ as its other systems, and operate them without human interaction. So far, the firm’s patent-pending approach… Continue reading Ford rolls out autonomous robot-operated 3D printers in vehicle production

Envision’s battery arm to supply batteries for Mercedes EVs

Envision AESC, the battery-producing arm of Chinese wind turbine maker Envision Group, has become a supplier for Mercedes-Benz’s electric vehicles to be produced in the United States. [Photo/website of Envision AESC] Envision AESC, the battery-producing arm of Chinese wind turbine maker Envision Group, has become a supplier for Mercedes-Benz’s electric vehicles to be produced in… Continue reading Envision’s battery arm to supply batteries for Mercedes EVs

Chinese automaker exports over 1,100 pickups to Mexico

A worker fastens a screw at a production line in a JAC Motors plant in Anqing, Anhui province. [Photo by Jiang Sheng/For China Daily] HEFEI — Chinese carmaker Anhui Jianghuai Automobile Group Corp Ltd has won orders to export 1,128 pickup trucks to Mexico. The first consignment was shipped in early March from the company’s… Continue reading Chinese automaker exports over 1,100 pickups to Mexico

@VW Group: 2021: Lamborghini’s best year ever for sales, turnover and profitability004752

Donation to UNHCR in support of the Ukrainian population Sant’Agata Bolognese, March 17, 2022 – Automobili Lamborghini concluded the financial year 2021 with the best results ever in terms of sales, turnover and profitability, confirming a solid and winning strategy. Stephan Winkelmann, Chairman and CEO of Automobili Lamborghini, commented: “Lamborghini has delivered excellent commercial and… Continue reading @VW Group: 2021: Lamborghini’s best year ever for sales, turnover and profitability004752

@VW Group: Fiscal year 2021: Audi Group achieves all-time highs in operating profit and net cash flow004752

“With its Vorsprung 2030 strategy, Audi has a clear plan for the electric and digital future,” said Markus Duesmann, CEO of AUDI AG. “Last year, the company impressively showed that we’re on the right path with the transformation of our business model toward CO2-neutral, connected mobility.” Deliveries: Nearly same level as last year Despite the… Continue reading @VW Group: Fiscal year 2021: Audi Group achieves all-time highs in operating profit and net cash flow004752