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Xaba is on a mission to change automation from simple mechanization to a connected, intelligent ecosystem, enabling factory machines to self-program, self-optimize, and run without a single line of code

COLOGNE, Germany—Ford has launched mass production of electric vehicle battery packs at its new, state-of-the-art assembly facility in Cologne.

MUNICH—The BMW Group is expanding the use of its Virtual Factory. One major application is the automated collision check, a critical step before launching new vehicle models.

KANSAS CITY, KS—General Motors has announced a sweeping $4 billion investment across its U.S. manufacturing facilities over the next two years, aimed at increasing domestic production of both internal combustion and electric vehicles.

AUBURN HILLS, MI—The Chrysler brand recently celebrated its 100th anniversary with a special employee gathering at its tech center here.

PARIS—Renault Group has formed a strategic partnership with Wandercraft, a start-up company that has developed a bipedal machine called Calvin. 

DETROIT—Kurt Kelty, GM vice president of battery, propulsion and sustainability, recently tried his hand at assembling EV battery packs.

WASHINGTON—The United States Mint has issued a commemorative $1 coin that honors the moving assembly line.

FRANKFURT— Automakers in the United States have invested in more automation to improve productivity and address labor shortages.

STUTTGART—Mercedes-Benz AG has ramped up production of its new CLA Series sedan at its state-of-the-art factory in Rastatt, Germany.