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Every week, we cover the five biggest stories in manufacturing, and the implications they have on the industry moving forward. This week:

-Military-Grade e-Bike Can Go 80 MPH
Hi Power Cycles claimed its new e-bike can produce up to 10,500 watts.

-Two-Story Home Built in Eight Hours
Can offsite manufacturing solve the housing crisis?

-John Deere Reveals More Jobs Cuts, Plans for Mexico Plant
The company had already axed 600+ positions since January.

-JCB Begins Work on $500 Million Factory in Texas
It is the biggest investment in the equipment maker's history.

-Toyota Subsidiary to Close its Largest U.S. Plant, Cut 1,300 Jobs
The decision affects more than two-thirds of the company’s U.S. workforce.

In Case You Missed It

Kikkoman Starts Work on Huge $800 Million Soy Sauce Empire Expansion in Wisconsin
The state-of-the-art food manufacturing plant will grow the company's Midwestern footprint.

Rising Coffee Prices a Rude Awakening for U.S. Consumers
Poor growing conditions and increasing demand are driving prices higher.

Mexico Drought Impacts Chemical Plants, Manufacturing
There are concerns that industries like medical device, electronics and automotive may be impacted.

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