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The project begins with a needs-based approach, using eye-tracking smart glasses to collect data on employee workload and visual focus during the picking process.

AUBURN HILLS, MI— Engineers at Stellantis are using virtual reality tools to optimize plant layouts and refine installation procedures.

TOKYO—Until now, the GR Corolla has been manufactured exclusively at the Motomachi Plant in Japan.

The 42-year-old facility in Smyrna, TN, is home to the Murano, Pathfinder and Rogue.

CHANGZHOU, China—Global systems integrator Comau has designed and built an automated line to assemble small “range extender” engines for EV manufacturer Li Auto Inc.

TOKYO—Kawasaki Heavy Industries has developed a four-legged robot, called Corleo, for use as an all-terrain vehicle.

MUNICH—The three-millionth electrified vehicle rolled off the assembly line May 27 at the BMW Group’s factory here. 

BUFFALO, NY—General Motors plans to invest $888 million in its Tonawanda Propulsion plant to support production of a new line of V-8 engines for full-size trucks and SUVs. 

Modeling and forecasting can help manufacturers cope with tariffs.

Digital ecosystem provides systematic controls for work instructions, change management and data collection.