Manufacturing and material technologies assist in quality, efficient and innovative production processes. Metal casting and stamping, machining and 3D printing processes allow efficient and accurate manufacturing of components. Automation enables faster, more precise and consistent production for quality. Smart factories and industry 4.0 use IoT, data exchange and smart systems to connect and respond to the manufacturing process. Lightweighting and materials are advanced alloys, composites and plastics for better performance and efficiency. Testing and inspections, quality control and metrology ensure compliance through advanced measurement, testing and inspection, resulting in safer and more reliable vehicle parts.