3D Printing

GM banks on 3D printed parts for lower costs, vehicle weights

Future automotive components could look less like rigid pieces and more like organic shapes. General Motors announced on Thursday that the automaker has worked with Bay-area software company Autodesk to create a 3D-printed component to preview future manufacturing processes. The part is a seat... read more

May 4, 2018 by Sean Szymkowski

Hackrod uses 3D printing and VR to bring beautiful La Bandita to life

1988 Porsche 959 Sport, courtesy RM Sotheby's, Remi Dargegen

3D printing allows Porsche to create obscure parts for classic cars

Hackrod La Bandita made from 3D printed parts

Startup wants to 3D-print your car design

Mercedes-Benz 3D-printed metal replacement parts

Mercedes-Benz has 3D-printed a replacement part out of metal

3D printing is poised to redefine numerous industries and has the potential to significantly impact manufacturing processes. Today, Mercedes-Benz took another major step in... read more August 3, 2017 by Sean Szymkowski

Local Motors Unveils Its Latest 3D-Printed Car: Video

Local Motors is keen to bring 3D printing into larger focus within the automotive world. Certain automakers or component manufacturers might make a part this way, but Local... read more November 9, 2015 by Jeff Glucker

Peugeot Fractal concept, 2015 Frankfurt Auto Show

Peugeot Fractal Concept Previews Next-Gen Sound System, 3D-Printed Cabin: Video

Peugeot is hinting at the future of vehicle interiors with its Fractal concept car which is set to debut later this month at the 2015 Frankfurt Auto Show. The concept... read more September 1, 2015 by Viknesh Vijayenthiran

Local Motors Strati 3D-printed car concept

Local Motors Moving Along With Plans For 3D-Printed Car: Video

Last year, boutique company Local Motors announced a contest to design a 3D printed car. And now, Automotive News (subscription required) is reporting that the company says... read more August 7, 2015 by John Coyle

Ford Releases Four Printable 3D Vehicle Models For Download

The Ford Motor Company [NYSE:F] is on a hot streak—and it's eager to bring that enthusiasm to your home in a particularly 'cutting-edge' way. The video announcing the... read more June 12, 2015 by John Coyle