See the magic of 3D printing as auto manufacturers are increasingly moving towards this new and cost-effective method of auto-component production. In our Cover Story, we discuss the potential of additive manufacturing and how it can be a game changer in the future of automotive businesses. The ever-increasing pressure to be more eco-friendly has allowed auto battery manufacturers to be more pro-active when it comes to recycling and researching lithium-ion options as explored by the Special Feature. OEM Corner discusses how market trends in the SUV and Luxury Cars sector such as electrification, safety systems, light weighting, etc affect vehicle sales as much as the external economic factors and sales initiatives by OEMs. The Markets Matter story debates whether or not the rush to EVs will result in a loss of jobs in the forging industry, while Auto Accessories explores the role that good ergonomic design plays in keeping passengers and drivers safe. The issue also features domestic and global news, news about the latest technological development, a Case Study about additive manufacturing, interview with Nishant Arya of JBM Group and more!
Automotive Products Finder (APF) is an auto engineering magazine that looks into technology and components. Launched in 2005, the magazine is aimed at the engineers in the auto industry, and especially those who are in search of the latest developments in the field of automobiles and the industries related to it, may it be IT/Software, CAD/CAM, CAE, production systems/PLM/ERP, material handling, machine tools/special tools, assembly systems, specialized systems, garage equipment, service gadgets/diagnostics, accessories, etc. The readers include strategic sourcing teams, purchase engineers and those who are in a position to influence decisions and on a long-term.
