Rockwell Automation, CAR Release Smart Manufacturing Report
Analysis based on 10 articles · First reported Jun 16, 2026 · Last updated Jun 16, 2026
The release of this white paper by Rockwell Automation and the Center for Automotive Research highlights the growing adoption of AI and automation in manufacturing, particularly in the automotive, tire, and battery industries. This could lead to increased investment in industrial automation solutions, benefiting companies like Rockwell Automation and potentially improving efficiency and competitiveness across the affected industries.
Rockwell Automation and the Center for Automotive Research have released a new white paper titled 'Smart Manufacturing in Automotive: Deployment and Impact'. The report details how artificial intelligence, machine learning, and automation are transforming manufacturing in the automotive, tire, and battery sectors. The research indicates a new phase of adoption where manufacturers are focusing on how quickly and where to apply smart manufacturing technologies, moving beyond traditional automation areas into electronics assembly, validation, production coordination, and logistics. The findings highlight measurable gains such as reductions in unplanned downtime, improvements in overall equipment effectiveness, and gains in throughput, while also pointing to a growing divide in adoption rates across the industry.
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