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Every week, we cover the five biggest stories in manufacturing, and the implications they have on the industry moving forward. This week:
California Testing Surveillance Method to Tax EV Drivers – @2:57
Gas taxes are “dwindling” in California.
$25,000 Jeep EV to Hit U.S. Market ‘Very Soon’ – @13:32
Carlos Tavares, the CEO of Stellantis, says buyers can expect a new Jeep electric to hit the U.S. market “very soon”.
Orange Juice Makers May Switch to a Different Fruit – @22:09
Big OJ is facing a crisis.
Boat Manufacturer Lays Off Nearly 300 at Wisconsin Facility – @35:20
Boat and engine maker BRP U.S. recently announced mass layoffs in Sturtevant, Wisconsin.
F-35 Crashes After Leaving Lockheed Martin Factory – @45:18
A $90 million F-35 fighter jet is a total loss after a catastrophic accident this week.
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Chobani Founder Buys Famed San Francisco Craft Brewer – @53:16
Anchor Brewing had closed its doors last year amid amid declining sales and rising competition.
Toyota Apologizes for Cheating on Vehicle Testing – @58:04
Mazda also reported similar irregular certification testing and halted production of two models.
How Drinking Coffee Can Help Solve Manufacturing’s Labor Crisis – @1:01:34
ShopFloor Coffee is a new company that gives back to workforce development programs in the manufacturing industry.
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