Automotive

Machining Centers Market Expected to See Robust Growth in APAC Region

September 22, 2016

The global machining centers market in automotive, aerospace, metal fabrication and other verticals is expected to grow at a CAGR of close to 6 percent during the period 2016-2020, according to a Technavio report.

Driverless Transport? Don't Take Your Hands Off the Wheel Just Yet

September 20, 2016

New York Times

Jitendra Malik, a researcher in computer vision for three decades, doesn't own a Tesla, but he has advice for people who do. "Knowing what I know about computer vision, I wouldn't take my hands off the steering wheel," he said.

In Today's Online World, Fashions Often Are Outdated Upon Arrival at Stores

September 14, 2016

The Economist

New York City has just begun its sacred rites of retail. For its fashion week, which started Sept. 7th, tents go up, guests emerge from black cars, models sulk down catwalks and the wealthy and celebrated clap in unison. The point of all this is for designers to declare what will be "in" next spring. But for much of fashion retail, it is increasingly clear that something is out of place.

Update Your Automobile While You Sleep?

September 12, 2016

New York Times

Tired of your vehicle and its aging, limited features? Don't trade it in just yet. Download new software instead.

Unlock the Value of Your Supply Chain Through Embedded Analytics

September 9, 2016

OpenText

Is your Business Network Optimized for the Digital World?

September 9, 2016

OpenText

Western Europe Automobile Sales Fairly Strong in August

September 9, 2016

HIS Automotive

In Germany, Europe's biggest automotive market, August was another month of consolidation and strong performances during the traditionally weak holiday period. Much of the remainder of the year should see fairly robust growth in much of Western Europe, though there may be some tailing off toward the end of the year.

Incremental Automotive Supplier Business to Burgeon Through 2021

September 7, 2016

HIS Markit

Fuel efficiency, weight reduction, advanced safety technologies, human machine interface, lighting and consumer comfort features will drive $350bn in incremental automotive supplier business opportunities, by 2021 -- but not without initial challenges.

Toyota Opens Parts Center to Serve 27 Lexus Dealerships in Southeastern U.S.

August 30, 2016

Toyota

Toyota Motor Sales U.S.A. Inc. (TMS) has opened a parts distribution center in Lithia Springs, Ga., near Atlanta. Stocking approximately 43,000 Lexus parts, the facility will serve 27 Lexus dealers in the Southeast, primarily in Atlanta, as well as a five-state area that includes Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Alabama and Tennessee.

Lure of Cheaper Airbag Lands Auto Industry in Litigation, Largest Recall Ever

August 30, 2016

The New York Times

Automakers embraced Takata's cheaper technology almost 20 years ago despite signs that it was unsafe. The airbags are now at the center of the auto industry's biggest recall.

Automotive

The latest supply-chain news, analysis, trends and tools for executives in the automotive industry — which consists of companies that produce automobiles, utility vehicles, motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles and heavy trucks. Learn how automotive companies and their suppliers around the world are managing the flow of products across all channels of the enterprise. Experts sound off on forecasting and demand planning, supply-chain visibility, logistics outsourcing, inventory optimization, transportation management, warehouse management, supply-chain security, corporate social responsibility and more.