Manufacturing

In an aerial view, a variety of new vehicles are parked at the National City Marine Terminal

PUT YOUR FOOT DOWN

Trump Gets Big Warning as U.S. Loses Million New-Car Buyers

Inflation, high rates, and pricey fuel have driven buyers from the new-car market—with no relief in sight.

Tom Latchem

A photo illustration of Michael Whatley, the US flag, and "Made in China" tags.

FORBIDDEN CITY

Trump-Backed Senate Candidate ‘Made in China' Merch

The “America First” Senate candidate spent hundreds on Chinese-made campaign merchandise.

Annabella Rosciglione

US President Donald Trump dances as he leaves after delivering a speech in front of US Navy personnel on board the US Navy's USS George Washington aircraft carrier at the US naval base in Yokosuka on October 28, 2025

WAIT, BUT?

America First President Tells Troops to Go Buy Japanese Cars

His platform is championing U.S. business.

Harry Thompson

A photo of robots transporting goods at an Amazon warehouse

COG IN THE MACHINE

These ‘Robot Wranglers’ Are Keeping Androids Safe on the Job

While robots are increasingly used in manufacturing, full automation seems a ways away, as long as the bots need a little human help to get the job done.

Edith Olmsted

THE GREAT AWOKENING

J.D. Vance Quietly Supports a Bill His GOP Allies Hate

The candidate has broken with the vast majority of the GOP—and most of his political allies—to support a bill that his opponent actually sponsored. But he’s being quiet about it.

Sam Brodey