NAGOYA, Japan -- Japanese auto supplier Aisin said Thursday that it will start using "gigacasting," a manufacturing process pioneered by Tesla, to produce aluminum components for electric vehicles.
Toyota supplier eyes lower costs by molding many parts into larger units

Aisin showcases a frame for electric vehicles in Shanghai during April. The auto supplier looks to expand its EV business. (Photo by Tomoko Wakasugi)
NAGOYA, Japan -- Japanese auto supplier Aisin said Thursday that it will start using "gigacasting," a manufacturing process pioneered by Tesla, to produce aluminum components for electric vehicles.