Tag: Ford
The world’s most advanced research centre for next-gen vehicles to be established at Deakin
Deakin University is set to become a global leader in advanced research and innovation, in both driver-based and autonomous mobility technologies.
The University will be...
Ford teams up with HP to transform 3D waste into auto parts
In an industry first, automotive giant Ford has partnered with global tech company HP to reuse spent 3D printed powders and parts and turn...
Ford to invest US$1bn at the Silverton plant in South Africa
Ford Motor Company will invest US$1 billion in its South African manufacturing operations in Silverton to boost production capability and create new jobs.
The overall...
Ford to close Brazil manufacturing operations after more than a century
Ford Motor Co. announced that it would end vehicle manufacturing in Brazil in 2021, citing persistent idle capacity and a reduction in sales caused...
New report backs Government’s support for businesses impacted by car manufacturing transition
A new report released last week has found that about three quarters of former supply chain companies remain in business following the closure of...
Deakin, Ford Motor Company craft green car insulation for auto industry
Media Release
Deakin fibre scientists have developed a new wool-based insulation textile for car interiors, in a bid to solve the automotive industry’s need for...
Holden ends car making in Australia
Holden has ended 69 years of car making in Australia as workers at the company’s Elizabeth factory in Adelaide’s northern suburbs clocked off for...
Ford tests designing new vehicles by using holograms
In order to be one step ahead of the competition when it comes to designing more stylish vehicles for its customers, Ford has turned...
ACCC institutes proceedings against Ford for “misleading” drivers
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has announced that it has launched legal action against Ford Motor Company of Australia Limited (Ford) for...
Ford trials Stratasys system 3D printing large, personalised car parts (VIDEO)
Ford has become the first automaker to pilot the Stratasys Infinite Build 3D printer with a view to adopt the technology for prototyping and...
