BMW recycles 3D printing waste into new manufacturing components across global plants On July 17, BMW announced that it is recycling waste 3D printing powder and used parts to produce new components using 3D printing. Waste that was once discarded is now turned into plastic filament, which is wound onto spools and used to print tools and support devices. In addition to filament for the Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF) process, the Campus also pro...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/17

Comau partners with Roboze, Italy to transform on-demand manufacturing with automated, sustainable solutions On June 11, Comau announced its partnership with Roboze 3D printer maker to make advanced, on-demand manufacturing more affordable and accessible. Their collaboration, combining digital additive manufacturing and automation, will benefit industries such as automotive, energy, racing, and others. Through the collaboration, customers will ha...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/16

OPmobility partners with startup AIRY Automotive on composite material 3D printing for lightweight battery casing OPmobility SE (formerly Plastic Omnium) has partnered with Danish startup AIRY Automotive to develop a new generation of lightweight battery casing using continuous composite material 3D printing technology. Their collaboration was honored with the Plug and Play Global Innovation Award 2025 in the “Manufacturing” category at START...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/09

prism containing a copper piece—symbolic of the CUPRA brand. Touching the prism activates different light and sound patterns, linked to various driving modes. Beyond the sensory features, the interior materials reflect CUPRA's latest design and technology. Techniques such as parametric design and 3D printing are used in the seats and surfaces, combining sustainability with advanced craftsmanship by reducing waste. Based on SEAT S.A. press relea...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/06

was built in 18 months, the facility includes 12 workstations with rooftop access platforms, a thermal chamber that reaches 50°C for climate comfort tests, and areas for testing noise, vibration, handling, and energy use. It also houses sections for metal part assembly, wooden part production, and 3D printing of plastic parts up to 1.5 meters in size. The center employs over 50 people, including 20 engineers. Training hours will be increased by ...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/29

erstanding) with IIT Delhi (Indian Institute of Technology Delhi) to support three technical development research projects under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program. The three projects include the development of a low-cost, high-torque density reduced rare-earth magnet-based EV motor; 3D printing of smart fabrics and innovative design prototypes; and the development of an intermediate-temperature proton-conducting solid oxide electr...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/27

presented the latest developments in additive technologies in the automotive industry to Raisa of Tatarstan Rustam Minnikhanov and forum guests. The Russian Venture Forum is taking place in Kazan on April 10-11, 2025.  It presented samples of complex geometrically shaped auto components made using 3D printing. Among them are an air filter housing, a bumper cover, a headlight trim, and more. The company widely uses additive technologies in the ma...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/11

Stellantis partners with CIM4.0 to advance 3D printing in automotive manufacturing at Mirafiori, Italy On April 2, Stellantis announced its partnership with CIM4.0 to increase 3D printing in the automotive sector by enhancing capabilities at the Mirafiori Engineering hub, Italy. The partnership will improve production efficiency, cut development time, and reduce material waste, promoting innovation and sustainability. CIM4.0’s printers will sup...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/02

Bosch invests in metal 3D printing center On March 18, Bosch announced that it is investing EUR 6 million in a metal 3D printing center at its Nuremberg plant. Bosch is the first Tier 1 supplier in Europe to have a system of this performance class. At full capacity, the system can produce metal parts with a total weight of around 10,000 kilograms within a year, achieving speeds of up to 1,000 cubic centimeters per hour. NXG XII 600 metal 3D print...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/19

Alpine unveils futuristic interior design of A390_β show car On January 23, Alpine unveiled the interior design of A390_β, a show car previewing the A390 sport fastback set to launch in 2025. Two leading French suppliers contributed: Erpro Group, specializes in 3D printing, crafted the headrests, and Lavoisier Composites provided advanced materials for the vehicle floor. The interior is conceptual and inspired by Formula 1. The front seats feat...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/24

on of the 2025 Nivus at its factory in Anchieta, Brazil. With the production of the 2025 Nivus, VW Brasil marks the beginning of a new era of connectivity with the new 10.1-inch VW Play Connect and the new Meu VW 2.0 app. The Anchieta plant uses cutting-edge Industry 4.0 technologies, including AI, 3D printing, and augmented reality, to enhance efficiency and innovation. In addition, the GTS version of the 2025 Nivus is also confirmed for the fir...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/22

joint signing ceremony for the establishment of a tripartite research center with Nanyang Technological University (NTU) and the Agency for Science, Technology, and Research (A*STAR).  The Corporate Lab Program is set to conduct research in innovative manufacturing domains such as AI, robotics and 3D printing. The collaboration highlights HMGICS's transformative influence on manufacturing and customer experience. It will accelerate innovations i...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/10

tivity and sustainability. VW Brazil is also preparing for Industry 5.0, which integrates human and machine collaboration for customized production. The company will implement advanced technologies like virtual reality project simulators, data management solutions using AI and machine learning, and 3D printing for parts prototyping.  BNDES President Aloizio Mercadante emphasized the importance of digital transformation for Brazil’s industrial ...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/01

ises focusing on the synergistic development of all industry chains. Under the agreement, BAIC Group and Jingcheng Mac will leverage their respective industry advantages to conduct multi-mode, multi-level in-depth cooperation in areas such as clean energy, high-end machine tools, industrial robots, 3D printing, and automobile promotion. From a BAIC Group press release...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/18

Nexen Tire to develop tires using XAI and 3D printing technologies Several South Korean media sources reported that Nexen Tire Co., Ltd. will develop tires by integrating advanced technologies, including XAI (eXplainable AI)-based design processes and 3D printing for mold production. The company leverages XAI-driven designs to create virtual tire models and assesses their product performance in virtual environments. That will increase accuracy an...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/22

pe thermal management components and systems from six months to as little as two weeks.  It also can achieve system-weight reductions of up to 60% and overall cost savings of up to 30%. The facility features equipment that enables rapid prototyping of fully functioning components and systems using 3D-printing and injection molding.(TI Fluid Systems release on June 26, 2024)...

News  Updated at: 2024/06/27

BMW transforms production with advanced 3D printing technologies across plants On May 23, BMW Group announced that it currently manufactures many work aids and tools using 3D printing, including orthoses for employees, teaching aids, and large robot grippers for tasks like handling CFRP roofs and floor assemblies. At the "Additive Manufacturing Campus" in Oberschleißheim, BMW produced over 300,000 parts in 2023. Globally, more than 100,000 parts...

News  Updated at: 2024/05/23

SSAB, Sweden launches world’s first emission-free steel powder On March 21, SSAB launched the world’s first emission-free steel powder for commercial deliveries, made of recycled SSAB Zero steel. The product will create opportunities for customers to 3D-print their unique designs in steel produced without fossil carbon dioxide emissions. The powder combines the properties of SSAB’s high-strength steel with the light structural possibilities...

News  Updated at: 2024/03/27

Renault Group collaborates with CEA for 3D printed structures On March 26, Renault Group announced its collaboration with CEA to develop a complex mesh structure using a single material and 3D printing after two years of research and testing. The innovation produces components with adaptive mechanical behavior and enhanced performance, replacing parts typically made of multiple materials. The lattice structure's strands can be parameterized three...

News  Updated at: 2024/03/26

ZF adopts 3D Spark platform for additive manufacturing On March 19, ZF Friedrichshafen AG (ZF) announced the adoption of the 3D Spark platform, an innovative B2B manufacturing and procurement software, to simplify and democratize the process of fabricating parts using 3D printing technology. The platform is developed by 3D Spark GmbH.  The platform provides an integrated approach to the entire part order workflow from request to quote. This enab...

News  Updated at: 2024/03/20