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Mercedes-Benz to pilot humanoid robots in its manufacturing facilities
The auto manufacturer plans to use the robots to perform physically demanding or repetitive tasks that are often more hazardous to humans.
By Eric Walz • March 20, 2024 -
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Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for March 19
Is This Ford’s Electric Maverick?; UAW Ready to Rumble at VW; Bentley Delays EVs, Pushes PHEVs
March 19, 2024 -
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Production strategies are changing rapidly as tariffs and shifts in consumer buying patterns affect the industry.
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IIHS makes top pick safety award tougher for automakers
The changes to the 2024 award criteria are designed to encourage automakers to pursue higher levels of vehicle safety, IIHS said.
By Eric Walz • March 19, 2024 -
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SHRM: Most HR pros say women face pay discrimination at work
Managers are often left out of the conversation and don’t receive formal training on pay equity, the organization reports.
By Carolyn Crist • March 19, 2024 -
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Automakers score victory as Energy Department weakens EV mileage rule
The final regulation means vehicle manufacturers will be able to sell more gas-engine vehicles through 2030.
By Michael Brady • March 19, 2024 -
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Gartner Predicts Highs and Lows of AI in Cybersecurity
Business analyst outlines the work and costs that industries including automotive face with the power of artificial intelligence.
By Paul Myles • March 19, 2024 -
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AV Verification, Validation Demands Merging of Real, Virtual Worlds
Real-world test data can enrich simulated vehicle environments and driving dynamics, leading to a much higher-fidelity digital twin.
By Nand Kochhar • March 19, 2024 -
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Lack of career development holds back women from leadership, survey says
When women don’t receive the support they need, they are 1.5 times more likely than men to leave their companies to advance in their careers, DDI said.
By Carolyn Crist • March 18, 2024 -
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Fisker to halt production, raise $150M with future in doubt
The potential cash infusion and production stoppage could help the EV startup stay afloat as it seeks a partnership with a major automaker.
By Michael Brady • March 18, 2024 -
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VW plant in Tennessee seeks UAW vote, union says
It’s the first non-union auto plant to ask for a union election since the United Auto Workers won major concessions from the Detroit Three automakers last fall.
By Michael Brady • March 18, 2024 -
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Aussie Taxi Drivers Win $178M From Uber “Pirates”
Ride-hailing giant settles legal challenge over lost earnings by more than 8,000 taxi drivers and companies.
By Paul Myles • March 18, 2024 -
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Biden administration boosts EV supply chain with $2B lithium loan
The money will fund processing facilities at Lithium Americas’ upcoming Nevada project. General Motors has exclusive purchasing rights to all lithium production for up to 15 years.
By Kate Magill • March 18, 2024 -
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Mazda names new design head for North America
Company veteran Jacques Flynn was on the team behind the current generation of MX-5 sports car.
By Michael Brady • March 18, 2024 -
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Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for March 15
GM Sued for Selling Customer Data; VW Develops €20,000 ID.1; Honda & Nissan Explore Joint EV Efforts
March 15, 2024 -
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Honda, Nissan consider co-developing EVs, AI
The nonbinding agreement could eventually help the companies catch up in the race to develop and go to market with EVs, as both automakers have fallen behind in recent years.
By Michael Brady • March 15, 2024 -
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Continental CFO announces departure
Katja Garcia Vila will continue in the role until the auto supplier hires a replacement.
By Michael Brady • March 15, 2024 -
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Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for March 14
Tesla Worst Stock on S&P 500; Auto Execs Worry About Job Security; Does This EV Startup Have a Chance?
March 14, 2024 -
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New car affordability remains a concern despite falling prices
Average transaction prices were nearly 14% higher last month than in February 2021, a Cox Automotive report found.
By Michael Brady • March 14, 2024 -
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Panasonic Energy, H&T Recharge sign battery can supply deal
The EV battery maker's latest transaction is part of its goal to strengthen its supply chain in North America, the company said.
By Sara Samora • March 14, 2024 -
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GM hires former Tesla exec as head of manufacturing and sustainability
Jens Peter Clausen led efforts to scale the production of EV propulsion systems at the electric automaker’s Gigafactory 1 in Nevada.
By Eric Walz • March 13, 2024 -
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Autoline Daily 2024: Top Industry News for March 13
Italy In Talks with China’s Chery Auto; Auto Execs Say SDVs Still a Ways Off; GM Loses Two Top Executives
March 13, 2024 -
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Uncertainty reigns as talent leaders grapple with flexibility, AI
A whopping 98% of employers are planning “work design changes” for 2024, Mercer said in its report.
By Caroline Colvin • March 13, 2024 -
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Diverse Talent in Automotive Is There for the Taking
STEM degree attainment is increasing among women and minorities. Why is the auto industry still struggling to hire diverse candidates?
By Cheryl Thompson • March 13, 2024 -
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Schaeffler to open $230M Ohio auto manufacturing plant
The Dover facility will produce parts like electric axles for light- and medium-duty vehicles and is expected to be finished by 2025.
By Joelle Anselmo • March 13, 2024 -
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Small Thinking for a Big Nanotech Future in Automotive
Nanotechnology could be the answer for several of the biggest challenges facing the auto industry's production goals.
By By Graham Jarvis • March 12, 2024
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