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Cobot sales are expected to grow at a cumulative annual rate of 31 percent over the next five years.

Deere & Co.'s flagship factory in Davenport, IA is transforming itself with productivity enhancing tools, such as 5G networks, data analytics and digital twins. We take you behind the scenes at this world-class facility.

The company says its new midsized electric pickup, priced at $30,000, represents a “Model T Moment” that will make EVs available to more people.

Amazon subsidiary Zoox, has just opened a new assembly plant in northern California to mass-produce robotaxis.

Techman claims its new flying-trigger technology can reduce inspection time by 40 to 50 percent.

Automotive suppliers rank Toyota, Honda, and General Motors as the top three OEMs to do business with.

Engineers at Stellantis are using virtual reality tools to simulate workstations, optimize layouts and refine installation procedures.

AMSTERDAM—In an effort to create a more circular economy, automotive supplier Valeo has agreed to supply two remanufactured components to Stellantis: an LED headlamp and an infotainment display screen.

HOUSTON—Foxconn is considering deploying humanoid robots at a new assembly plant here, which will produce servers for chipmaker Nvidia. It would mark the first time that the contract manufacturer has used humanoids on an assembly line.

Hyundai Motor Group's new, state-of-the-art assembly plant in Ellabell, Georgia held its grand opening earlier this year. The factory will produce electric and hybrid vehicles under the Hyundai, Genesis and Kia nameplates.