3D PRINTERS OFFER MEANS OF BUILDING CAR BODIES AND COMPONENTS
March 9th, 2015
DEVELOPMENTS in 3D printing technology are revealing significant opportunities for automotive manufacturers to cut costs, time, and have more freedom in design. From printing entire structures to specific parts, 3D printing can even now build most of an innovative automobile – and could in future build an entire car.Later this year, Phoenix, Arizona-based Local Motors is preparing to release the design of a highway ready, 3D printed vehicle, CFO Jean Paul Capin told wardsauto. He added it will likely be electric and include four seats. This follows the ...
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