KINGSBORO, NC—Natron Energy Inc., a manufacturer of sodium-ion batteries, is investing $1.4 billion to build a new “gigafactory” here.

The innovation has practical applications in a variety of industries, including aerospace and automotive manufacturing.

Faster curing times make one- and two-part adhesives more versatile.

Get a behind-the-scenes look at Airbus’ new assembly line in Hamburg, Germany.

Dürr Systems provides automated paint line, final assembly, and inspection and test systems for Turkish EV manufacturer.

CHICAGO—Ford Motor Co.’s Chicago Assembly Plant officially celebrated its centennial yesterday with a big birthday bash and an open house.

Additive manufacturing allows engineers to create large, weight-optimized grippers for handling roof and floor assemblies.

ARLINGTON, TX—General Motors’ assembly plant here celebrated its 70th anniversary last week and assembled its 13 millionth vehicle. The milestone vehicle is a 2024 Cadillac Escalade-V powered by a 682-horsepower supercharged V8 engine.

TOKYO—Yazaki Corp. and Toray Industries Inc. have developed a new recycled plastic formulated specifically to mold connectors for automotive wire harnesses.

WASHINGTON—Three automotive recalls this year have been related to assembly defects in wire harnesses.