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GRUNHEIDE, Germany—Tesla’s plant near Berlin has started producing updated Model Y vehicles.

"Our 125th anniversary isn’t just about celebrating our past – it’s about driving toward an even more innovative future," Roy emphasized, highlighting the company's commitment to sustainability and innovation as it enters its next chapter.

WASHINGTON—On January 10, 2025, the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) announced $635 million in grants to bolster the nation's electric vehicle (EV) charging and alternative refueling infrastructure.

CHAKAN, India—The plant is equipped with advanced automation technologies, including over 1,000 robots, with 500 deployed in the AI-driven body shop. The facility also features robotic press and paint shops for enhanced precision and efficiency.

OTTUMWA, IA— John Deere is laying off 75 employees at its Ottumwa, Iowa, plant, effective February 7.

The Dodge Viper’s production officially ended in 2017 when the Conner Avenue Assembly plant was shut down. Slowing sales and anticipated challenges with meeting updated safety standards were cited as reasons for its retirement.

TOKYO—Honda Motor Co. and Nissan Motor Co. are planning to join forces to compete in the fast-changing automotive landscape.

SEOUL—Hyundai Motor Group recently revealed the smart factory technologies that it is deploying in assembly plants.

KARIEGA, South Africa—Plant Kariega, part of Volkswagen Group Africa (VWGA), has set a new production record of 167,084 vehicles in 2024, surpassing its previous high of 161,954 vehicles achieved in 2019.

CAPE CANAVERAL, FL—A new R&D project will study cold welding techniques for in-orbit spacecraft repairs.