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DEARBORN, MI—Ford Motor Co. has issued a safety recall involving 288,314 Explorer SUVs after determining that exterior roof rail covers may loosen and detach while the vehicle is moving. 

SANTA ANA, CA—According to a new report, Texas, Indiana and Wisconsinank the highest in manufacturing innovation and automation readiness.

DETROIT — Tariffs imposed in 2025 cost Midwest manufacturers an estimated 41,700 jobs, according to a new study from the Midwest Economic Policy Institute and the University of Illinois' Project for Middle Class Renewal.

SAN FRANCISCO—A new report claims that long-term manufacturing growth in the U.S. depends on workforce development and legislation in Washington.

FOOTHILL RANCH, Calif. — BIOLASE is investing nearly $1 million to expand manufacturing operations at its Corona, Calif., facility, increasing production capacity for dental laser systems while upgrading manufacturing infrastructure and cleanroom capabilities.

MARTINSBURG, WV—Helsing SE, a German defense company, plans to build a state-of-the-art factory here to mass-produce drones.

HINGHAM, Mass. — Microbot Medical is expanding manufacturing capacity for its LIBERTY endovascular robotic system through a new agreement with contract manufacturer Sanmina as the company prepares to increase production following growing commercial adoption.

BIRMINGHAM, Mich. — President Donald Trump has announced 50% tariffs on most Canadian imports, a move that could create new uncertainty for North America's automotive manufacturers and suppliers.

FREMONT, CA—Agility Robotics Inc. has opened a new facility here to develop humanoid robots.

INDIANAPOLIS — Boston Scientific plans to invest approximately $138 million in a new Indiana facility that will combine light manufacturing with global medical device distribution, expanding the company's logistics capabilities while supporting production-related operations.