Manufacturing
Magna begins Jaguar SUV production
Contract manufacturing growing as niche production popularity increases.
Category: Cars/Light trucks
Vehicle Tech
Battery quality testing needed for electric vehicle growth
Inficon offers tips on testing techniques for different types of lithium-ion batteries.
Industry
News roundup: GM pushes STEM education, Toyota expands production, Ford offers Mustang logo option
GM education initiative offers support to four tech-focused charities.
Manufacturing
Ford to build 2019 Focus in China, Europe instead of Mexico
Automaker says move to Asia will save $500 million on top of $500 million in savings announced in January.
Vehicle Tech
Ford cuts size, boosts performance of base F-150 V6
Downsizing should improve fuel economy despite 200cc loss in volume.
Vehicle Tech
Canadian student team hits 4,113mpg in SAE/Eaton mileage contest
Université Laval wins SAE Supermileage for fourth consecutive year.
Manufacturing
Audi, GM, BMW, Honda announce electric/autonomous vehicle developments
Self-driving cars in New York, Michigan, Arizona, California; electric advancements everywhere.
Vehicle Tech
Toyota goes with Linux system for 2018 Camry infotainment
Most popular car in U.S. avoids Apple-, Android-native solutions; opts for open-source platform.
Manufacturing
New Ford CEO Jim Hackett: 4 things to know
New leader at Ford has a background in furniture, football, and technology.
Manufacturing
Ford to invest $350 million in Livonia, Michigan, transmission plant
Job additions could come in 2018 or 2019.
Manufacturing
Ford ousts Mark Fields as CEO, names Jim Hackett to run company
Fields' 3-year tenure marked by low stock prices, despite record 2015 earnings.
Vehicle Tech
Qualcomm successfully charges two moving electric vehicles
System could allow EVs with smaller batteries that draw charges from roads.