Rivian recalls more than 12,000 vehicles

The recall equals nearly half the EV company’s total production last year, as it strains to scale capacity.

By Kate Magill • March 2, 2023

Tesla to build next gigafactory in Mexico

The company is expanding production worldwide as it aims to produce 20 million EVs a year.

By Sara Samora • March 2, 2023

Inside a federally funded strategy to strengthen US lithium supply chains

The U.S. is behind in its goal to expand production of battery materials. Here’s how one Energy Department-backed group thinks the country can catch up.

By Kate Magill • March 2, 2023

Transportation Secretary praises industry gains at Panasonic battery site visit

Buttigieg credited recent federal funding laws for making big manufacturing wins possible during his speech.

By Sara Samora • Feb. 28, 2023

Virginia to invest $66.7M in biomanufacturing projects

The funding comes as the state looks to become a leader in the sector.

By Sara Samora • Feb. 27, 2023

As solar manufacturing grows in the US, lobbyists have big plans for the future

With the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act, the Solar Energy Manufacturing for America Coalition has a new platform to vie for industry and government attention.

By Emma Penrod • Feb. 27, 2023

Federal incentives help drive $52B in EV battery production facilities

Bank of America analysts expect to see the first wave of new domestic facility orders this year as the U.S. strives to onshore critical manufacturing.

By Robert Walton • Feb. 24, 2023

CHIPS Act funding to open as US plans semiconductor manufacturing clusters

Approximately $39 billion will be made available to chipmakers willing to build sites in the U.S., with more money set to come.

By Sara Samora • Feb. 24, 2023

Applied Materials prioritizes R&D, manufacturing expansion

The semiconductor manufacturer is investing millions of dollars to grow production and development capabilities, including in California and Texas.

By Sara Samora • Feb. 23, 2023

How one Department of Defense director leads the agency’s work with small manufacturers

Tracy Frost enables connections with manufacturing firms to improve military safety and efficiency.

By Sara Samora • Feb. 17, 2023

EV chargers funded through Bipartisan Infrastructure Law now required to be built in US

As part of the new standards, at least 55% of all component costs for chargers must be manufactured domestically by July 2024.

By Robert Walton • Feb. 17, 2023

Tesla fires workers following unionization efforts, complaint says

The EV maker allegedly terminated at least 18 employees at a factory in Buffalo, New York, one day after they announced plans to form a union.

By Megan Ruggles • Feb. 16, 2023

New York solar equipment maker plans to reshore production

Linton Crystal Technologies' return to the U.S. comes as more companies look to capitalize on federal incentives.

By Megan Ruggles • Feb. 16, 2023

Integra Technologies to build $1.8B plant in Kansas

The facility is part of the push to boost domestic semiconductor manufacturing and will serve as the company’s headquarters.

By Sara Samora • Feb. 15, 2023

Canoo, Lucid Motors win contracts to develop battery modules for Defense Department

The partnerships are helping to develop integrations with electrified tactical military vehicles.

By Sara Samora • Feb. 13, 2023

Hyundai, Labor Department in talks over child labor allegations at supplier sites

The automaker said it is taking several steps to address the concerns, including adding anonymous tip hotlines and discouraging the use of third-party staffing agencies.

By Megan Ruggles • Feb. 10, 2023

Energy Department offers battery material maker $2B loan to up production

The money will help Redwood Materials expand material production capacity to power 1 million EVs annually.

By Kate Magill • Feb. 10, 2023

4 manufacturers win prototype contracts to modernize US Army tactical trucks

The military branch is seeking to update its tactical vehicle fleet so it can incorporate modern technology.

By Sara Samora • Feb. 9, 2023

Steel pipe manufacturer abandons Louisiana plant deal

Benteler Group cited improved market conditions as reason to scrap the deal, while the Justice Department claims the decision came after it voiced antitrust concerns.

By Megan Ruggles • Feb. 9, 2023

Energy Department seeks cobalt alternatives for lithium-ion batteries

Researchers created and analyzed a material for a lithium-ion cathode that uses no cobalt and is instead rich in nickel.

By Stephen Singer • Feb. 9, 2023

‘Pride is coming back’: Biden touts manufacturing investments at State of the Union

The president highlighted new semiconductor and EV production projects as evidence the U.S. can once again lead in global manufacturing.

By Kate Magill • Feb. 7, 2023

U.S. auto parts manufacturer faces second allegation of workers’ rights violation at Mexico facility

The review, requested by the Department of Labor, is part of a push to enforce domestic labor laws at U.S.-owned factories. 

By Sara Samora • Updated Feb. 7, 2023

What’s ahead for manufacturing in 2023

Labor crunches, regulatory roadblocks and tech upgrades are set to define the year. Here's how companies are preparing for the changing landscape.

By Kate Magill • Feb. 3, 2023

Maritime battery manufacturer opens new US factory

Corvus Energy is looking to expand its operations in the country as demand for zero-emission vessels grows.

By Megan Ruggles • Feb. 2, 2023

NEO Battery establishing US subsidiary to leverage federal funding opportunities

The new entity will be based in Ohio, with a focus on expanding its silicon anode business.

By Sara Samora • Feb. 2, 2023