EV Maker Banned in U.S.; Ford's 'Emotional Injuries'; Missing Cargo Plane | Today in Manufacturing Ep. 276

Also on the podcast, Toyota's massive U.S. investment, Apple partners to make 15 billion American chips and AI orchestrates sophisticated ransomware attack.

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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 Cargo Plane Sparks Massive Sea Search

Five crew members remain missing, and the Boeing 737 aircraft was operated by private carrier K2 Airways.

Major Ford Recall Causes Two Alleged 'Emotional Injuries'

Last week, Ford recalled more than 741,000 vehicles in the U.S.

Polestar Banned from Selling Vehicles in the U.S.

Polestar has decided to shift its focus on Europe.

In Case You Missed It

Agentic Ransomware Registers First Major Hit

This is the first documented case of agentic ransomware.

Apple Partners With Broadcom to Produce Over 15 Billion U.S.-Made Chips

The new deal is worth more than $30 billion.

Toyota Says $3.6B Investment Will Add 2,000 Jobs at Texas Plant

The expansion will create 2,000 new jobs and add 2.5 million square feet to Toyota Texas, doubling its size by 2030.

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