SPARTANBURG, SC—“Plant Spartanburg is not just an assembly plant,” a company spokesperson said. “It is a cornerstone of our global production network and a major driver of economic growth in the United States. We export more vehicles from the U.S. than we import into the country.” The plant manufactures the X3, X3 M, X4, X4 M, X5, X5 M, X6, X6 M, X7, and XM models.
EAST HARTFORD, CT—Pratt & Whitney has introduced a cutting-edge additive manufacturing repair process that significantly reduces turnaround time for GTF engine components—cutting process time by more than 60%.
DEBRECEN, Hungary—Key advancements include just-in-sequence delivery to the production line, modularized components, a simplified wiring harness, digital quality checks integrated directly into the production line, and an innovative cockpit assembly.
BOWLING GREEN, KY—Investigators believe at least nine individuals were involved in the heist, using a hole cut in a chain-link fence to drive the stolen cars off the lot. More arrests are expected as police work to identify the remaining suspects. Walker has no known ties to the GM plant.
SEOUL, Korea/NASHVILLE, TN—This deal, SK On's first partnership with a Japanese automaker, contributes to U.S. manufacturing growth, supporting 1,700 jobs, and involves a $661 million investment from SK On. This investment is in addition to Nissan's $500 million investment in EV production at Canton.
CHATTANOOGA, TN—The automaker cited declining demand for electric vehicles as the reason for reducing production to two shifts and offering voluntary severance packages.
The mobile factories are deployed on-site, where they assemble and position completed solar farm sections, significantly reducing installation time and costs.
SAO PAULO, Brazil—According to news reported by Reuters, Brazilian aircraft manufacturer Embraer announced today that it is exploring the possibility of setting up a final assembly line for its KC-390 military cargo aircraft in Poland.
TOYOTA CITY, Japan—As a result, Toyota will temporarily close one of two lines at its Takaoka plant and two additional lines at a Toyota Industries Corp. factory. This disruption could impact RAV4 and Harrier deliveries, though Toyota is exploring recovery production.
