Auto assembly is among the most complex operations in existence, and it requires thousands of parts, people, and machines to make it all work. While early automobiles were built individually by hand, ...

Before computers and automation, cars were a lot harder to build, often requiring hard men and brute force to go from raw materials to cool '50s or '60s Chevys sitting on a dealership's lot. Back then ...

Starting a collection of high-performance machines is a thrilling journey for any car lover. It requires a mix of passion and ...

Building hot rods remained basically the same for decades, with tried-and-true “old school” methods being used to create increasingly complex builds. Computers really changed the game, allowing things ...

GM has gone to a laser scanner for digitizing clay models. The portable unit from Minolta contrasts with GM's traditional 4,500-lb CMM. "We've been able to use the Minolta Vivid scanner on every part ...