3 stories tagged gigacasting on EV Digest.
Ford has produced over 5,000 massive aluminum "unicastings" for its upcoming Fathom midsize electric pickup ahead of an expected 2027 debut. The front and rear castings consolidate approximately 146 components, mirroring the manufacturing approach pioneered by Tesla's Giga Press. The streamlined production strategy is central to Ford's plan to deliver the electric truck with a target price under $30,000.
Toyota is reportedly set to introduce its own advanced manufacturing techniques, similar to Tesla's gigacasting, for EV production in China later this year. This move aims to streamline manufacturing processes, reduce costs, and accelerate the output of its battery-electric vehicles in the highly competitive Chinese market. The adoption of such innovative production methods could significantly impact Toyota's global EV strategy.
Toyota has reportedly canceled its planned Lexus LF-ZC flagship EV, but not all is lost for the luxury brand's electric ambitions. A company executive confirmed that while the LF-ZC won't see production, a new successor model is now on the drawing board. This future EV will leverage all the advanced technologies intended for the LF-ZC, including revolutionary new battery designs, a dedicated EV platform, and advanced gigacasting manufacturing.
