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Additive Technology Grows—and Needs Know-How
One of the things that is true about additive manufacturing is that the technology is growing by leaps and bounds.
Ford to Close Two Assembly Plants in Russia
Ford Motor Co. is expected to announce on Wednesday it is closing two of three factories it operates in Russia as a cost-cutting move, Bloomberg News says.
EV Startup EVelozcity Changes Name
EVelozcity Inc., a Los Angeles-based electric vehicle startup, has changed its name to Canoo.
EC Closes CO2 Loophole in New WLTP Emission Test
The European Commission has tightened emission testing protocols after determining that carmakers were gaming the process to make it easier to meet future carbon dioxide goals.
Uber Buys Middle East Rival in $3.1 Billion Deal
Uber Technologies Inc. is acquiring Careem Inc., a larger ride-hailing rival in the Middle East and North Africa, for $3.1 billion in cash and convertible notes.
Clariant on Colors
Who knew that the changes in automobility—everything from ride-hailing to potential autonomous operation—would have an effect on. . .exterior color?
Volvo CEO Warns Against “Irresponsible” Claims for Automated Cars
Touting semi-autonomous vehicles as more capable than they really are risks killing a technology that “might be the best lifesaver in the history of the car,” declares Volvo Cars CEO Hakan Samuelsson.
China’s Carmakers Call for Connectivity Standards
Several of China’s largest carmakers are calling for the country to set unified rules for the “internet of vehicles” that will enable cars to communicate with each other and their environment.
Proton Launches Assembly JV in Pakistan
Malaysian carmaker Proton Holdings Bhd and partner Alhaj Automotive are building a plant to assemble complete knock-down (CKD) vehicles outside Karachi, Pakistan.
Nissan Plans Assembly Plant in Ghana
Nissan Motor Co. plans to open an auto assembly plant in Ghana by 2022 with capacity to make as many as 60,000 vehicles per year, according to The Nikkei.