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ZURICH—Advanced manufacturing technology will play a key role as the automotive industry continues to transition to mixed-model assembly lines.

Engineers have three options for high-force pressing applications: hydraulic, hydropneumatic and servo.

Autonomous & Electric Mobility recently asked Tetsuji Tsuda, senior manager for software engineering, power systems and automotive solution marketing, to explain how Renesas is developing new technology for electrification and ADAS applications.

COLLEGE STATION, TX—Engineers at Texas A&M University have developed functional interlocking metasurfaces that provide more structural strength and stability than nuts, bolts or adhesives.

CHICAGO—A variety of electric vehicles stood out at the recent Chicago Auto Show.

Robotic automation is key for automakers adapting to the evolving EV market, allowing for flexible production and efficient operations amidst uncertainty in regulations and demand.

Adhesives are crucial for assembling the sensors in advanced driver assistance systems.

ANN ARBOR, MI—The North American robotics market demonstrated minor overall growth in 2024, reflecting resilience and adaptability as automation strengthened its role across industries.

LIBERTY, NC—Toyota Battery Manufacturing North Carolina (TBMNC), Toyota’s first in-house battery manufacturing plant outside Japan, is ready to begin production and will start shipping batteries for North American electric vehicles in April.

Three new clinching technologies use heat to join fiber-reinforced composites to metal parts.