onstrated in three pilots within the Press Shop, joining operations and final assembly. Ford experts from Aachen, the Cologne plants, and experts from manufacturing IT and VOME will participate in it. On February 8, Ford announced that it is using a new 3D printing center to increase efficiency and quality in production processes, ahead of this year's launch of its first European-built, all-electric model. In the Cologne plant, twelve high-tech 3...

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Renault Trucks, Venissieux Engine Plant Engines- 5, 9, 11 L; Stamping (Cab & Chassis); Axles (Planning) Engine production plant owned by Volvo Group since 2001 - Number of Employees: 700 (as of Nov. 2025). Renault Trucks announces Used Parts Factory for carbon neutrality Renault Trucks with Immersion to experiment with mixed reality to control engine quality Renault Trucks adopts drone inventory and photography solutions Renault Trucks to rel...

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operations relating to electric vehicles. The Renault Trucks D and D Wide Z.E. are assembled on the same line as the equivalent diesel models. At the end of the assembly line, the electric trucks are returned to the Z.E. building for the technicians to carry out additional technical operations and quality tests. In total, 50 hours of work is required to manufacture an electric truck. On April 23, Renault Trucks informed that production has been ...

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capacity of 1.3 megawatts and can perform up to 6,000 complete validation analyses of high-voltage system-related functions annually. It is a part of EUR 5 billion investment plan announced by the company to electrify its vehicles and facilities. On June 30, SEAT S.A. announced that to ensure the quality and performance of the batteries, they have to be tested to withstand any conditions. SEAT S.A. does this at its pioneering Test Center Energy...

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is the first vehicle globally to be based on Ford’s new C2 platform designed to enhance crash performance; deliver more interior space for Ford’s mid-size models without negatively impacting exterior dimensions; and support improved aerodynamics for better fuel-efficiency. The craftsmanship and quality is delivered following a EUR 600 million investment at Ford’s Saarlouis assembly facility, Germany. On July 18, Ford announced that the all-...

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be used to locate where a part is installed or where a particular piece of equipment is located. Digital Twin technology will also support conducting "what-if" scenarios, which can help Toyota to simulate the impact of changes or improvements production systems may undergo with no risk to safety or quality. On March 1, Toyota announced the creation of 70 new jobs at the Deeside plant in order to meet increased engine demand. Recruitment has alrea...

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commissioned a high-tech coating facility for high-performance battery cells in Bietigheim-Bissingen. CFG will soon be using a special process from Dürr that enables both sides of the electrode to be coated simultaneously. In this way, the coating process can be accelerated, and the precision and quality significantly increased when compared to the standard procedure. CFG is currently building a development and production site for battery cells...

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gadam plant. The Datsun GO is a five-door, five-seat hatchback family car to go on sale in March in India. Oragadam will be the first plant to assemble next-generation Datsun cars. Technical facilities of the plant are equal of any other factory within the global Renault Nissan Alliance in terms of quality, efficiency and flexibility. Over 100 local companies supply components and parts for the Datsun GO, which will create a positive economic eff...

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y electric vehicle, which will eventually become the main product of the plant. On October 27, the Moscow automobile plant "Moskvich" completed the preparation of the body painting shop for the start of small-unit assembly in 2024. Based on the results of internal and external laboratory tests, the quality of the body painted at the plant has been confirmed. New trajectories of movement of the body and robots were developed to ensure uniform appl...

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n of Lincoln MKC began in May. Through July, 2,895 vehicles have been sold. Ford expects sales of the small premium utility segment will grow 300 percent between now and 2018, which is the fastest-growing segment with more than 600 percent growth since 2008. Ford released details on March 18 of its quality systems at the Louisville Assembly plant where the 2017 Escape is now entering production, with sales beginning in May. After 2011 production ...

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adolid plants. The reduced production will take place starting January 1, 2024, and will continue at least through the first half of 2024. The Intercenter Committee will discuss the modifications in a meeting on November 9, 2023. This production cadence will lead to a reorganization of Maintenance, Quality, Technical Office, Die Makers, and others, starting from November 21, 2023. On November 24, Renault announced that it has developed a tool at ...

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duction, therefore, the company cannot continue its production activities. In view of the above, the company has decided to shut down its production plant from July 21 to August 3, 2023 (both days inclusive). On July 12, Indus Motor Company (IMC) signed an agreement with Toyota Egypt to export high-quality products starting July 2023. The first consignment of semi-processed raw material to be shipped to Toyota Egypt will mark the beginning of an ...

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will provide comprehensive end-to-end capabilities in product development, IT services, and pioneering software technologies. On November 23, Stellantis opened a state-of-the-art Dolby Atmos 9.1.6 qualified immersive audio lab in Bengaluru, India. The lab focuses on audio reference, production, and quality assurance. The lab boasts an array of features, including exceptional levels of control over reverberation time (RT), achieving an impressive ...

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n its annual report FY 2021-22, Mahindra Group announced the various technology developments which were being made during the year at the company’s various plants. At its Haridwar plant, in their new paint shop, they installed features like robotic painting, metallic painting, and better process quality with higher safety. At its Igatpuri plant, a flexible engine shop was made for gasoline and diesel engines having integrated quality assurance...

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cturing electronic as well as drivetrain components for electric three- and four-wheelers. The facility will also create employment for 800 to 1,000 employees in the region. The new unit has been designed to minimize carbon footprint and reduce waste while maximizing efficiency and ensuring product quality. Mahindra and Mahindra are committed to achieving carbon neutrality by 2040. On May 30, Mahindra and Mahindra Limited announced that Mahindra ...

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n its annual report FY 2021-22, Mahindra Group announced the various technology developments which were being made during the year at the company’s various plants. At its Haridwar plant, in their new paint shop, they installed features like robotic painting, metallic painting, and better process quality with higher safety. At its Igatpuri plant, a flexible engine shop was made for gasoline and diesel engines having integrated quality assurance...

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o establish "ALLIANCE QUALTIY ACADEMY (AQA)" in Togliatti, Russia. With the aim of developing human resources and enhancing parts supply capabilities jointly by the two partners, AQA has the objectives of improving quaity in production, sales and engineering services. It is part of "Common Supplier Quality and Supplier Development AVTOVAZ-Renault (CSQSD)." AvtoVAZ and the Renault-Nissan Alliance plan to produce 30 models shortly in Russia, which ...

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ngement was the first truck that marked the start of production for F-series at the Ulyanovsk plant. The vehicle is equipped with a 7.8-liter 280 HP engine. Sollers-Isuzu has shipped the first 12 vehicles to customers who placed advanced orders for them after the vehicles passed inspection audit by quality engineers from Isuzu Mortors (Japan). Sollers-Isuzu plans to annually produce 1,000 to 1,500 Forward series trucks at the Ulyanovsk plant. UAZ...

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ts, including drop-side trucks, passenger and cargo trucks with a GVW of 2.8 to 5 tons, panel vans, minibuses, taxis and frame buses with 19 seats. The price starts at 699,000 rubles. Production of the GAZelle-Business, a revamped model to meet the needs of customers, has begun. In order to improve quality and reliability, 20 structural improvements and 130 technical improvements were added to the new model including rear bridge, brake system, st...

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nt for the stockpile of completely knocked down (CKD) units and locally developed parts. The construction of these facilities will mean that MMPC can now house these items within its vicinity. The reduction in storage, transportation, and MHO cost will further improve the operational efficiency and quality of its products. MMPC have invested PHP 4.3 billion for the Comprehensive Automotive Resurgence Strategy or CARS program of the Philippine gov...

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