Manufacturing
FCA taps Toledo Machining for plug-in hybrid Jeep Wrangler components
Facility will build critical electronics unit for installation in Jeeps in nearby Toledo plant by 2020.
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Manufacturing
Glebar overcomes feed challenge for non-symmetrical valve seats
Grinding company finds inspiration in candy necklaces.
Fleets
Collins Bus goes into full production on low-floor school bus
Vehicle eliminates hydraulic lift, allows special needs students to enter through same door as all other students.
Vehicle Tech
Musk considering taking Tesla private with Saudi investors
CEO says he has funding lined up to take electric car maker off the stock exchange.
Manufacturing
Trump moves to lower fuel economy mandates, cancel California’s ability to set stricter rules
Two-pronged fight will likely lead to lengthy court battles.
Engineering
Ram & Jeep: Lightweight designs go mainstream
Two of FCA’s most popular vehicles feature advanced lightweight materials strategies, mixing aluminum and steel components to boost efficiency and performance.
Industry
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Engineering
Video games save lives
Hardware and software technologies developed to destroy animated aliens in computer games are protecting drivers and speeding automotive development.
Engineering
Zinc protection for underbody components
Thermission, BASF’s anti-corrosion technology can protect high-strength steel components in lightweight vehicles.
Manufacturing
DMG MORI to move US headquarters to Chicago
Relocation from Hoffman Estates suburb will put machine tool maker near Illinois Institute of Technology.
Vehicle Tech
Detroit auto show moving to June in 2020
North American International Auto Show organizers say a summer show will be less expensive for exhibitors.