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The first application was installed at GM’s Spring Hill, TN, plant, which mass-produces Cadillac SUVs such as the XT5 and XT6.

PFÄFFIKON, Switzerland—AutoForm Engineering GmbH, a supplier of software for stamping and body-in-white (BiW) assembly processes, has released a new version of its AutoForm Assembly R12 software. This version offers new capabilities and enhancements for the BiW assembly process chain, in particular for hemming, process engineering, and process optimization and evaluation.

When the heat’s on, rugged equipment dispenses thermally conductive adhesives.

Despite the policy changes coming out of Washington, EVs aren’t going away. If anything, battery power is here to stay and will become even more prominent on American roads.

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.