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Understanding PPAP

September 18, 2020

The automotive industry describes its approach to product development and manufacturing in the advanced product quality planning (APQP) process.

Automated Assembly Systems: Trimming the Timeline

A proven project management plan and prompt client feedback are essential for integrators to build fully and semiautomated assembly systems on short deadlines.

Jim Camillo

September 15, 2020

Most people would agree that the proverb, "The squeaky wheel gets the grease," is not meant to be taken literally. To them, the expression conveys the idea that the most important problems are the ones most likely to get attention.

Staking for Plastic Parts Assembly

New technologies are solving challenges in staking plastic parts

John Sprovieri

September 15, 2020

Staking is ideal for assembling plastic parts. It's quick and inexpensive. It can join dissimilar materials. It eliminates the cost of fasteners and adhesives, and it allows engineers to loosen the tolerances for molded parts.

Traditional OEMs are rethinking their technology strategies and business models as they prepare for battle with new mobility competitors

John Challen

September 14, 2020

Traditional OEMs face a challenge in the coming years as new competitors and fresh approaches to personal transportation appear. Daimler and Volvo are two of the old-guard leaders preparing for the new battle. According to recent interviews, full assaults on the IT (information technology) and safety fronts are just two of the highlighted strategies being deployed.

Toyota Partners with TX Colleges to Build Talent Pipeline

September 9, 2020

PLANO, TX—Toyota has added eight more locations to its Technician Training & Education Network program where the company partners with schools and organizations to train future technicians.

Solar Project at Toyota Assembly Plant to be Largest in West Virginia

September 8, 2020

BUFFALO, WV—Toyota’s engine and transmission assembly plant here will soon be the site of the largest solar panel array in the state.

GM to Make 100 Temps Permanent at Truck Assembly Plant

September 8, 2020

WENTZVILLE, MO—General Motors is converting 100 temporary workers at its truck assembly plant here to permanent jobs as the automaker ramps up production at the facility.

Canada’s Unifor Picks Ford as Lead in Detroit Three Contract Talks

September 8, 2020

DETROIT—Ford Motor Co. of Canada has been selected as the lead company with which the Unifor labor union will bargain as they negotiate with Detroit’s three automakers on new contracts.

Mazda Toyota Manufacturing Invests Additional $830 Million into Alabama Plant

September 8, 2020

HUNTSVILLE, AL—Mazda Toyota Manufacturing (MTM), a joint venture between carmakers Mazda and Toyota, have significantly increased their previously announced investment to build a new assembly plant here.