J.D. Power APEAL: What Do Customers Like?
If the Initial Quality Study (IQS) is about issues customers have after three months of ownership, the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study is about what they like. Really like
#Tesla #Porsche #Apple
Big Organizational Change at Bosch
The future—as in a few months from now—is largely digital
#facilities #engineer #Bosch
Porsche Prints Pistons
Although Porsche—like most OEMs—has been using additive technology to produce prototype components and the like, through work performed with supplier Mahle and equipment manufacturer Trumpf, it is using additive for pistons.
#Mahle #Porsche
Mercedes Launches Extensive Digital Production Platform
Company plans to achieve 15% efficiency improvement through connecting sensors—and everything in between—to the Cloud
#MercedesBenz
LIFT: Advancing Lightweighting Tech
Next-generation manufacturing and talent development programs
#tech
Building Hondas and Acuras Is a Family Affair
First-hand insights into building NSXes, Accords and much more
#tech
Next Frontier for Robots: General Assembly
The next challenge for industrial robots is achieving human-like dexterity, including the ability to handle flexible components such as wiring and fabric, says Fanuc America.
#tech
CAR MBS: Auto Rebound On Track, But…
Uncertainty casts plenty of doubt about pace and timiing
Could GM Spin Off EV Business?
An intriguing way to get Wall Street’s attention
#GMC #LG #GeneralMotors
CAR MBS: Manufacturing Ops Need Better Tech, Experts Say
Equipment needs updating—as do the personnel in the industry
#Chrysler #Tesla
Nissan Manufacturing Wish List
What are the sorts of things that people at Nissan North American manufacturing ops are looking for?
#Nissan #Infiniti #facilities
Could GM Spin Off EV Business?
An intriguing way to get Wall Street’s attention
#Cadillac #tech #GeneralMotors
CAR MBS: Auto Rebound On Track, But…
Uncertainty casts plenty of doubt about pace and timiing
Vehicle Wholesales in China Jump 15%
Year-to-date volume still lags, but gap is closing quickly
#asia
Lordstown Motors Plans IPO
Reverse merger strategy for year-end offering
#HP #Mahindra #Ford
Seven Cool Tools
Increase operational productivity with these new developments
#HP
Rivian Targets Mid-2021 Launch
Pilot production begins at former Mitsubishi plant
#Amazon #Rivian
Nissan to Cut Production 30% through 2020?
Report says 1.1 million fewer units planned for April-December
#Mitsubishi #Datsun #Nissan
Kia Unveils the K5
A sporty midsize sedan will be coming out of the Kia Motors America plant in West Point, Georgia. The GT model will have a 2.5-liter turbo, 8-speed DCT and the ability to go 0 to 60 mph in 5.8 seconds. Yes, a midsize sedan
#Bose #Kia #HP
Dodge Soars to Top of J.D. Power Quality Report
New survey questions turn 2020 results topsy-turvy
#quality #Tesla #Volvo
