Episode 9—Assembly News Now
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ASSEMBLY News Now episode 9: Volvo Launches EV Production in U.S.

Volvo Launches EV Production in U.S.

September 3, 2024
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Volvo Cars has been producing gas-powered vehicles in Ridgeville, SC, since 2018. Now, the factory is assembling two new electric SUVs: the Volvo EX90 and the Polestar 3. The Swedish carmaker invested $118 million to convert the factory, updating the body and paint shops and adding a battery pack assembly line. We take you inside the factory to see what has been done.

This episode also covers:

  • A billion-dollar battery factory is coming to North Carolina.
  • Georgia is set to become a hub for solar panel manufacturing.
  • Researchers develop a new way to train robots.
  • Tesla is looking for people to train a future workforce of humanoid robots.

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