Assembly and Testing

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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.

TROY, MI—The J.D. Power 2025 U.S. Electric Vehicle Experience Ownership Stud reveals that quality-related issues are declining.

Volkswagen has been expanding its presence across Africa, recently creating a dedicated "Sub-Saharan" region to oversee operations. The company already has manufacturing and assembly facilities in South Africa, Kenya, Rwanda, and Ghana. A similar e-tractor initiative, the GenFarm Project, is already underway in Rwanda, providing sustainable mechanized farming solutions.

MUNICH—BMW AG recently unveiled the sixth generation of its eDrive technology, which will be used in its Neue Klasse electric vehicles.

WARREN, MI—A GM engineer tests EV batteries by day and counts birds by night.

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.

A short timeline and space constraints were among the challenges faced by automation engineers.

WOLFSBURG, Germany—Volkswagen AG plans to produce a low-cost, entry-level electric vehicle at its flagship factory here.

MARYSVILLE, OH—Honda Motor Co. has unveiled how it will mass-produce electric vehicles alongside hybrid and traditional internal combustion engine models at its flexible factory here.