RICHLAND, WA—Engineers at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory have developed a new manufacturing process that can convert recycled aluminum into parts for electric vehicles.

AURORA, ON—LG Electronics and Magna International Inc. have formed a joint venture to manufacture e-motors, inverters, on-board chargers and related e-drive systems.

HIGHLAND PARK, MI — Magna International will expand its seat manufacturing facility here that will generate $35.4 million in private investment and create 480 jobs.

The Tier One supplier’s plant in Toledo, OH, thrives on continuous improvement and sequencing.

SPRING HILL, TN—Magna International Inc. has started construction on a new, state-of-the-art assembly plant here to make seat assemblies for GM. The new facility is expected to employ approximately 75 people when it begins production next year.

MUNCIE, IN—Automotive supplier Magna Powertrain is planning to invest $11.5 million in its assembly plant here.