An automatic transmission case is a complex casting that includes a sophisticated valve body with many channels and passages. These channels and passages must be precisely connected to ensure smooth, accurate shifting.

AUBURN HILLS, MI—Allison Transmission has completed installation of a new assembly line here to build axles for electric vehicles. This purpose-built production line integrates automated assembly features and will manufacture Allison’s eGen Power series of fully integrated electric axles.

LIVONIA, MI—Artificial intelligence is enabling six-axis robots to assemble transmissions at Ford Motor Co.’s assembly plant here.

GRAY COURT, SC—ZF Transmission is investing $200 million in its assembly plant here, creating approximately 500 new jobs.

LAFAYETTE, IN — Subaru of Indiana Automotive announced Wednesday that its assembly plant here will add a new $158 million service parts facility and a transmission assembly shop.

Midwestern automotive supplier uses servo-driven presses to install sleeves, bearings and plugs in transmissions on an automated assembly line. Precision and data collection are key benefits of the system.

HUNTSVILLE, AL—Toyota Motor Corp. is considering a plan to manufacture transmissions at its engine assembly plant here.

After revamping its transmission production line, GM improved workflows, reduced changeover time, and cut costs.