Category Archives: Manufacturing

McLaren MP4-12C production slowed to sort out quality issues

In true, British style, the guys at McLaren have had to slow production of the MP4-12C to sort out some “minor” quality issues.

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Ford Transit to be sold in North America, possibly under T-Series nameplate

A recent UAW press release has confirmed that the full-sized Ford Transit is on its way to North America, with production destined for Kansas City.

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UK production of the MG6 set to begin April 13th

MG has announced that UK production of the MG6 will begin on April 13th.

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General Motors suspends production at Shreveport Assembly due to Japanese part shortage

General Motors has suspended production at Shreveport Assembly due to a shortage of parts from Japan.

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Chevy Camaro Z28 to enter production on January 1st, 2012, could be called the HP Edition

During a dealership meeting, Chevrolet revealed that the Camaro Z28 will be entering production on January 1st, 2012. However, it was referred to as the HP Edition, so the Z28 nameplate might not be around when it goes on sale.

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Detroit 2011: GMC considering production of Sierra All Terrain HD Concept

GMC is said to be considering production of the Sierra All Terrain HD Concept, revealed this year at the Detroit Auto Show.

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Xenatec’s Maybach coupe conversion begins limited production

Limited production of Xenatec’s Maybach coupe conversion, dubbed the Cruiserio coupe, has begun.

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General Motors and Ford forced to slow production in Canada due to winter storms

General Motors and Ford have been forced to slow production at seven Canadian assembly plants due to winter storms resulting in road closures.

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Ford confirms Escape concept car for January’s Detroit Auto Show

Ford has confirmed that an Escape concept car will debut at January’s Detroit Auto Show. They have also announced that the production variant will be built at their Louisville, Kentucky manufacturing plant.

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Honda Element ending production after 2011 model year

The Honda Element will be ending production after the 2011 model year.

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