Toyota's Sticker Problem; Workers Hidden in Restaurant; Jaguar Takes Year Off | Today in Manufacturing Ep. 183

Also on the podcast, Stellantis cutting thousands of jobs, Navy warship production in trouble, Stihl invests millions to make batteries, Mars buys Kellanova and Indians want their Tesla money back.

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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:

The U.S. Navy's Warship Production Is in Its Worst State in 25 Years - @3:17

The U.S. Navy is facing new global threats every day, but the shipbuilding industry is running into production and maintenance challenges that have created backlogs. 

Stellantis Warns Union of 2,000 or More Potential Job Cuts at Auto Plant Outside Detroit - @18:21

Stellantis is shifting production of the new Tradesman.

Jaguar to Take a Year Off from Selling Vehicles - @30:10

In an interview with Autocar, Managing Director Rawdon Glover, revealed an odd strategic choice: The Jaguar is being put down for a while. 

Logistics Company Faces Injunction After Hiding Workers from OSHA in Nearby Restaurant - @41:26

NBG Logistics Alliance and its alleged Mexican affiliate provide logistics support, like warehouse management and customs assistance, at its locations in San Diego and Calexico.

Thousands of Toyotas Recalled Over a Sticker - @50:55

Toyota recently recalled 33,000 vehicles and the NHTSA has revealed some details surrounding the problem. 

In Case You Missed It

Indians Want Their Money Back for Undelivered Teslas - @1:02:27

Preordered Tesla Model 3s from 2016 have yet to be delivered.

Stihl Invests $60 Million to Improve Battery Manufacturing in Virginia - @1:08:45

Switching to battery-powered tools is a leading trend in the outdoor power equipment industry and one of the fastest-growing market segments for Stihl. 

Mars to Buy Kellanova for Nearly $30B - @1:16:59

The deal will vastly expand the number of household-name brands under one roof.

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