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Fisker takes on Tesla with high-tech EV

The Fisker EMotion contains some of the world's most advanced battery tech. Image courtesy of Fisker Inc.

Posted on 15 Jun 2017 by Michael Cruickshank

Automotive designer Henrik Fisker has this week revealed a new electric vehicle which could revolutionize the way these EVs store energy.

What is a digital twin?

A digital twins is a computerised versions of a physical asset, data from sensors in the real world can be inputted in to the twin to create simulations - image courtesy of APS

Posted on 15 Jun 2017 by The Manufacturer

The Fourth Industrial Revolution, Industry 4.0 and 4IR are terms that are becoming commonplace in manufacturing. Now that these terms are accepted, a new wave of technical turns of phrase have been born.

The smart technologies set to change manufacturing

Various types of manufacturing in action that utilise smart technologies. Microsoft email header image - image courtesy of APS

Posted on 8 Jun 2017 by The Manufacturer

Smart technologies are becoming increasingly ubiquitous in our day to day lives. From smartphones to smart homes, the dramatic increase in power and sophistication of technology is opening up new technological frontiers and promising endless possibilities for the development of many different industries, particularly manufacturing.

Supply shortage sees BMW production plummet

Posted on 30 May 2017 by Jonny Williamson

Production at multiple plants operated by luxury automotive giant, BMW Group, has had to be reduced due to a reported shortage of steering components supplied by Bosch.

Ford seeks renewal with new CEO

Posted on 23 May 2017 by Michael Cruickshank

US automotive manufacturer Ford Motor Company has replaced its CEO this week as the company seeks to reposition itself for the future.

Car sales down as US automotive industry suffers decline in 2017

In April 2016, Ford announced a $200 million investment in its Ohio Assembly plant to build Super Duty chassis cabs - image courtesy of Ford.

Posted on 17 May 2017 by Aiden Burgess

The US automotive industry has suffered its fourth straight month of declining sales with US car and truck sales falling more than expected for April.

Smart robotics technology hits big at Hannover

Robotics - By simulating millions of potential robot path combinations, IPS Robot Optimisation maximises efficiency and avoid collisions – image courtesy of fleXstructures.

Posted on 4 May 2017 by Jonny Williamson

fleXstructures has won the coveted Hannover Messe Robotics Award 2017 in recognition of its innovative IPS Robot Optimisation smart technology.

GM to pull out of Venezuela following plant seizure

GM will pull out of Venezuela following the seizure of one of its plants. Image courtesy of Flickr - Meesh

Posted on 3 May 2017 by Michael Cruickshank

US-based automaker General Motors (GM) has announced that it will pull out of Venezuela following a lengthy legal and political fight.

Education key to reap benefits of robotics

Robotics - The US automotive industry installed 17,500 robots in 2016, with the number of jobs in the sector rising by 260,600 during the same period – image courtesy of IFR.

Posted on 26 Apr 2017 by The Manufacturer

Education and training systems must be adapted to enable current and future workers to reap the full benefits of robotics, according to the International Federation of Robotics.

UK innovation to drive autonomous vehicles in the US

Autonomous Vehicle - The Pod Zero is being showcased for the first time - image courtesy of RDM - Autonomous Vehicles

Posted on 26 Apr 2017 by The Manufacturer

Coventry-based RDM Group has announced plans for further international growth with the signing of a collaborative agreement to conduct autonomous vehicle projects in the US.