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SME Media Industry Reports Motorized Vehicle Manufacturing Industry Report 2018 Motorized Vehicle Manufacturing Yearbook

Motorized Vehicle Manufacturing Yearbook 2018

The 2018 edition of the Motorized Vehicle Manufacturing Yearbook is available as a digital magazine. Links to individual articles are below.
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Thomas Kurfess

Auto Industry Growing; Offers New Demands, Opportunities

June 7, 2018
In 2017, the international automotive industry produced 73.5 million passenger cars, an increase of around 2.4%, compared with the previous year. In 2018, car sales are expected to continue to grow to about 81.6 million units, with China remaining the largest producer of passenger cars, according to a report on statista.com.
Thomas Kurfess
By Thomas Kurfess 2018 SME President
ihs markit

OVERVIEW: What’s Coming for Vehicle Output

June 7, 2018
On a global stage, IHS Markit forecasts that several regions will see growth in light vehicle manufacturing in 2018, with worldwide production estimated at 95.11 million vehicles.
By Stephanie Brinley & Joe Langley IHS Markit

Auto Industry

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    Michael McConnell June 16, 2026
    Lockheed Martin workers in Fort Worth, Texas, who build the F-35 fighter jet, will get a pay hike and see the end of mandatory overtime under terms of a new contract.

Outlook

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    Manufacturing USA was created in 2014 to secure U.S. global leadership in advanced manufacturing by connecting people, ideas and technology. Manufacturing USA institutes convene business competitors, academic institutions and other stakeholders to test applications of new technology, create new products, and reduce cost and risk.
  • Revitalizing America’s Energy Resources
    EVENTS

    Revitalizing America’s Energy Resources

    Steve Plumb June 16, 2026
    The United States needs to take a comprehensive approach to meet rapidly growing demand for energy while enhancing national security, Christopher Saldaña told attendees on Monday during his keynote presentation at the North American Research Conference (NAMRC) on the campus of Pennsylvania State University in State College, Pa.
  • Texas Lockheed Martin Workers Approve Contract
    AEROSPACE DEFENSE

    Texas Lockheed Martin Workers Approve Contract

    Michael McConnell June 16, 2026
    Lockheed Martin workers in Fort Worth, Texas, who build the F-35 fighter jet, will get a pay hike and see the end of mandatory overtime under terms of a new contract.

Tech View

  • An In-Depth Look at Manufacturing USA
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    An In-Depth Look at Manufacturing USA

    Amy Bryson June 16, 2026
    Manufacturing USA was created in 2014 to secure U.S. global leadership in advanced manufacturing by connecting people, ideas and technology. Manufacturing USA institutes convene business competitors, academic institutions and other stakeholders to test applications of new technology, create new products, and reduce cost and risk.
  • Revitalizing America’s Energy Resources
    EVENTS

    Revitalizing America’s Energy Resources

    Steve Plumb June 16, 2026
    The United States needs to take a comprehensive approach to meet rapidly growing demand for energy while enhancing national security, Christopher Saldaña told attendees on Monday during his keynote presentation at the North American Research Conference (NAMRC) on the campus of Pennsylvania State University in State College, Pa.
  • Texas Lockheed Martin Workers Approve Contract
    AEROSPACE DEFENSE

    Texas Lockheed Martin Workers Approve Contract

    Michael McConnell June 16, 2026
    Lockheed Martin workers in Fort Worth, Texas, who build the F-35 fighter jet, will get a pay hike and see the end of mandatory overtime under terms of a new contract.

Workforce

  • An In-Depth Look at Manufacturing USA
    MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING

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    Amy Bryson June 16, 2026
    Manufacturing USA was created in 2014 to secure U.S. global leadership in advanced manufacturing by connecting people, ideas and technology. Manufacturing USA institutes convene business competitors, academic institutions and other stakeholders to test applications of new technology, create new products, and reduce cost and risk.
  • Revitalizing America’s Energy Resources
    EVENTS

    Revitalizing America’s Energy Resources

    Steve Plumb June 16, 2026
    The United States needs to take a comprehensive approach to meet rapidly growing demand for energy while enhancing national security, Christopher Saldaña told attendees on Monday during his keynote presentation at the North American Research Conference (NAMRC) on the campus of Pennsylvania State University in State College, Pa.
  • Texas Lockheed Martin Workers Approve Contract
    AEROSPACE DEFENSE

    Texas Lockheed Martin Workers Approve Contract

    Michael McConnell June 16, 2026
    Lockheed Martin workers in Fort Worth, Texas, who build the F-35 fighter jet, will get a pay hike and see the end of mandatory overtime under terms of a new contract.

Online Extra

  • An In-Depth Look at Manufacturing USA
    MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING

    An In-Depth Look at Manufacturing USA

    Amy Bryson June 16, 2026
    Manufacturing USA was created in 2014 to secure U.S. global leadership in advanced manufacturing by connecting people, ideas and technology. Manufacturing USA institutes convene business competitors, academic institutions and other stakeholders to test applications of new technology, create new products, and reduce cost and risk.
  • Revitalizing America’s Energy Resources
    EVENTS

    Revitalizing America’s Energy Resources

    Steve Plumb June 16, 2026
    The United States needs to take a comprehensive approach to meet rapidly growing demand for energy while enhancing national security, Christopher Saldaña told attendees on Monday during his keynote presentation at the North American Research Conference (NAMRC) on the campus of Pennsylvania State University in State College, Pa.
  • Texas Lockheed Martin Workers Approve Contract
    AEROSPACE DEFENSE

    Texas Lockheed Martin Workers Approve Contract

    Michael McConnell June 16, 2026
    Lockheed Martin workers in Fort Worth, Texas, who build the F-35 fighter jet, will get a pay hike and see the end of mandatory overtime under terms of a new contract.