SendCutSend's 'Anything Factories'; NC Sues Foreign EV Maker; Tesla's Sticker Recall | Today in Manufacturing Ep. 271

Also on the podcast, new robot has 20 legs and eyes, Blue Origin's expansion and Slate Auto expands in Michigan.

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Every week, we cover the three biggest stories in manufacturing, and the implications they have on the industry moving forward. This week:

Missing Sticker Triggers Recall for Thousands of Teslas - @2:46

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recently posted a recall notice that could impact nearly 15,000 Tesla Model Y vehicles.

North Carolina Sues Vietnamese EV Maker After Ongoing Delays - @13:09

Last Thursday, North Carolina sued Vietnamese EV maker Vinfast for breach of contract.

SendCutSend Raises $110 Million to Build 'Anything Factories' - @23:01

Rapid custom manufacturer SendCutSend last week reached a valuation of $1.01 billion. This came after a $110 million investment round.

In Case You Missed It

Robot With 20 Legs and Eyes Built to Move, See in Any Direction Instantly - @34:37

Meet Duke University’s Argus.

Blue Origin’s $600 Million Expansion Project to Boost Upper-Stage Production in Florida - @40:58

Last Friday, Blue Origin unveiled a $600 million expansion project at its Rocket Park campus at the Cape Canaveral Spaceport.

Slate Auto Nabs Michigan Grant to Expand EV HQ - @47:16

The Bezos-backed automaker set up shop in Troy. 

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