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Suppliers' factories could aid medical push

Suppliers are scrambling to evaluate what tooling, worker retraining and quality control assurance they need to start producing medical items quickly.
In February, StradVision recommended that its employees start working from home.
Supplier's first move: Protect employees

Many auto companies waited for customers to start the chain of reaction of production halts, but vehicle software supplier StradVision moved early to protect its chief assets — its people.
Mobility services grapple with insurance policies

While the long-term viability of some mobility services remains unclear, one factor surrounding them is certain: The need for comprehensive insurance coverage for users.
Continental's Klei: Crisis a time for partnerships

The retiring president of Continental's North American operations looks back on changes that took root at another bleak time for the industry, back in 2008.
Suppliers in better shape for crisis than in ’08

Some observers are comparing the global health crisis to the Great Recession of 2008-09 in its impact on parts makers. But the sector is in better financial shape today.
With lower parts inventories, cost worries rise

A sense of urgency surrounds the global automotive supply chain as it continues to evaluate the steep impact of the coronavirus.
Aluminum deal hits a roadblock

Arbitrators have ruled that Novelis cannot own the U.S. automotive body sheet business of Aleris.
Linamar posts Q4 hit from UAW strike, warns of virus impact

The Canadian auto supplier said the COVID-19 outbreak will have the single largest impact on the first quarter, with an estimated impact of $14.5 million to $21.7 million on operating earnings.
Michigan tries new tack to lure auto industry

The state plans to step up its recruitment of automotive mobility firms for investment. But instead of pursuing it through its economic development organization, the effort will come from Michigan's labor and work force department.
FCA’s Mack Avenue plant, shown in a rendering, will pump out Jeeps.
Suddenly, Detroit is where the action is for plant investments

U.S. automakers have unleashed a flood of plant investments in and around the Motor City, signaling a resurgence of economic development in the traditional industry capital.
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Michigan supplier Piston Group names new CFO, COO

Career finance officer Gordon Fournier takes over as CFO and COO at Piston after Amit Singhi held the roles since August 2017.
Coronavirus has industry stressing out globally

Product ramp-ups and marketing events have been disrupted and stock prices are falling, chewing into industry revenues. The crisis is forcing industry leaders globally to make difficult decisions.
Columbus halts self-driving shuttle pilot program following sudden stop; NHTSA steps in

One of the pilot program's vehicles made a sudden stop last week and one passenger fell from her seat to the floor of the shuttle. NHTSA ordered a suspension of passenger operations for 16 autonomous shuttles operated by EasyMile in 10 U.S. states.
We ask the experts

What are the biggest misconceptions about autos and AI?
Just the facts on artificial intelligence

Most of what consumers know about artificial intelligence comes from the movies or other pop culture. It's important to put aside these mischaracterizations and get down to the facts.