NOVEMBER 19, 2020

New COVID-19 Surge Pressures Auto Production

Ford, Fiat Chrysler and Toyota all report varying degrees of increased absenteeism connected to the coronavirus, which causes COVID-19. But they have not directly tied any cases to outbreaks in their manufacturing plants.

This year, Michigan businesses had to adapt. And the Michigan Economic Development Corporation was right there alongside them, helping to connect businesses to new resources, meet new partners and access the additional capital they needed from the start. If your business needs support to reach its new potential, the MEDC is available to help. Find customized business assistance at https://www.michiganbusiness.org/pure-partnership

Autoline Daily: Top Industry News for Nov. 19

VW Dropping Passat From U.S. Market; Rivian Eyes Smaller EVs for Europe & China; Subaru Reveals New BRZ

Passat on Way Out at VW’s Chattanooga Plant

Volkswagen says the Tennessee plant will launch production of the ID.4 in 2022, dividing capacity with the Atlas and Atlas Cross. U.S. production of the Passat ceases in 2023 and it will no longer be offered in the country.

Making a Flawed USMCA Work

We must and will make USMCA work, partially by reinventing how we do things under this new free trade agreement. It may take a couple of years before we progress through the pain together and make USMCA a win-win-win for all.

Innovative Gearbox Targets BEVs, Motor Efficiency

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Canadian automotive supplier Inmotive launches a unique two-speed transmission aimed at improving efficiency of battery-electric vehicles.

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