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Bosch Boosting North American Technology Investments
“We are all-in for the hydrogen economy,” says Mike Mansuetti, president of Bosch in North America.
By Joseph Szczesny • June 9, 2022 -
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Mexican Auto Industry Optimistic Despite Supply-Chain Challenges
The head of Mexico’s largest auto-industry association says production interruptions because of chip-related parts shortages should end in second-half 2022, having already been reduced to a few hours a week from full workdays in late 2021.
By Elizabeth Machuca • June 8, 2022 -
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Production strategies are changing rapidly as tariffs and shifts in consumer buying patterns affect the industry.
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China Update: Covid Shutdowns and Its Effects on the Global Automotive Industry
China's zero-covid policy and shutdowns are negatively effecting automotive suppliers worldwide. Will this add fuel to Mexico's auto industry growth as both Chinese and western suppliers seek to serve North American customers? GlobalAutoIndustry.com talks with Bill Yang, attorney with Butzel Long's Detroit office.
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EV OEMs & Suppliers: How to Navigate Global Supply Chain and Product Development Obstacles to Successfully Bring Products to Market
How can EV manufacturers navigate global supply chain and product development obstacles to successfully bring their products to market? GlobalAutoIndustry.com talks with Germany-based Markus Fleckenstein, Head of International Solution Consulting for PTC Arena.
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Managing Automotive Supply-Chain Challenges in Wartime
Achieving MRO optimization requires real-time AI inventory management which enables the tracking of critical performance metrics, such as replenishment lead times and equipment age, to start preemptive maintenance that helps reduce downtime, preserve service levels and lower costs.
By Paul Noble • April 28, 2022 -
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Bosch, AWS Team Up on Logistics Platform
Bosch will design the marketplace software and AWS will provide the cloud support that will allow logistics providers to more easily digitalize their processes.
By Wards Staff • April 13, 2022 -
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China’s CATL to Manufacture Battery Cells in Germany
Construction of the plant, claiming an initial capacity of 8 GWh per year, is in the final stage and the installation of machines is in full swing so that the first cells can roll off the assembly lines by the end of 2022.
By Paul Myles • April 8, 2022 -
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Lessons Learned From Auto Industry’s COVID-19 Response
As we barrel toward a mobility future defined by new technology and new ways of doing business, three main elements will be vital for OEMs and suppliers to succeed: end-to-end supply-chain collaboration, agile development and additive manufacturing.
By Sergio Pujols • April 1, 2022 -
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Supply-Chain Problems May Push Up Auto Insurance Rates
The problem with supply-chain disruptions from an insurance perspective is that if an insured vehicle is destroyed in a crash, the insurer now has to pay more to replace it. And with more money potentially going out in claims, premiums will have to eventually follow.
By Michael Giusti • March 31, 2022 -
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Lessons From the Microchip Shortage
It’s important to understand that today’s supply-chain woes are symptoms of a deeper issue: lackluster innovation.
By Vinny Kaimal • March 28, 2022 -
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Ontario Official Envisions End-to-End EV Supply Chain
“We want to be a global leader with the whole (EV) ecosystem from critical minerals to automobile plants,” says Vic Fedeli, Ontario’s minister for economic development, job creation and trade.
By Keith Nuthall • March 16, 2022 -
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Look for OEMs to Ask for Much More From Supply Chain
From better batteries to more comfort and connectivity features, automotive suppliers are under pressure to innovate.
By Joseph M. Harary • March 1, 2022 -
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Magna Amps Up Electrified Propulsion Push
We sample Magna’s latest plug-and-play electrified propulsion solutions at the Canadian automotive supplier’s annual Winter Test, this time in northern Michigan.
By Gary Witzenburg • Feb. 28, 2022 -
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Valeo Shifts Electrification, ADAS Strategy Into High Gear
Valeo chief maps out a strategy to take advantage of expected growth in automotive electrification and driver-assistance systems.
By Paul Myles • Feb. 25, 2022 -
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Bosch Doubles Down on Chip Wager
The German parts maker will spend a total of $1.2 billion to expand semiconductor investment by 2025.
By David Zoia • Feb. 22, 2022 -
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NVIDIA Deal Vaults JLR Toward Software-Defined Vehicle
The partners say all new JLR vehicle platforms will deploy the full DRIVE technology beginning with 2025.
By David Zoia • Feb. 16, 2022 -
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Five Predictions for the Automotive Industry in 2022
Auto manufacturers will bring innovation and creative problem solving to the table in 2022 to address challenges caused by the supply chain disruption, changing consumer preferences, new cybersecurity standards and the need to develop sustainable options.
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Bosch Touts Software Transformation at CES
Artificial intelligence will form the backbone of how Bosch’s future products work and are made, a top executive says.
By David Zoia • Jan. 5, 2022 -
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White Top Choice Among Car Buyers Worldwide
Some 35% of new cars on the road today are white, followed by black and gray with 19% each, according to paint supplier Axalta’s 69th annual Global Automotive Color Popularity Report.
By Jim Irwin • Jan. 3, 2022 -
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Navigating the Waters of Semiconductor Supply Constraints
Developing semiconductor products in-house should be carefully considered. There are a number of key factors that must be addressed such as product definition, design options, schedule and, of course, cost.
By Neil Stroud • Dec. 27, 2021 -
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Bosch’s New Infotainment Computer Aimed at Software Defined Vehicle
The unit was developed in partnership with several technology companies and is aimed at providing such infotainment functions as in-car communication, in-car payment, video streaming and voice assistants.
By David Zoia • Dec. 9, 2021 -
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Adaptation Key to Waking Up From Supply Chain Nightmare
To help overcome the current chip shortage and prepare future prevention strategies, procurement teams must make crucial considerations when sourcing components to ensure quality parts make it into the vehicles their company manufactures.
By Marc Barnhill • Dec. 1, 2021 -
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Survey Finds Supplier Executives’ Pessimism Growing
The survey of executives with Original Equipment Suppliers Assn. companies revealed a fourth-quarter index reading of 34, an 18-point decline from the third-quarter reading of 52, and 16 points below a neutral reading of 50.
By Jim Irwin • Nov. 12, 2021 -
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Magna Gains More Business for New Seat Technology
FreeForm seating, which launches on four new vehicles next year, offers flexibility to auto interior stylists, Magna says.
By Jim Irwin • Nov. 9, 2021 -
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Facing Urgent Demands, Bosch Adds Capacity for Chips
While the Tier 1 supplier had previously avoided prioritizing chip production for the auto industry, it now specifically refers to the urgent requirements called for by automakers.
By Paul Myles • Oct. 29, 2021
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