Key facts
- Mazda is reshoring part of its wire harness production.
- The automation process was developed with supplier Yazaki.
- The CX-5 sport utility vehicle's wire harnesses are affected.
Mazda Motor is bringing back domestic production for a portion of its wire harness supply for the CX-5 sport utility vehicle. The Japanese automaker collaborated with supplier Yazaki to develop an automated process for assembling the traditionally labor-intensive component. This initiative aims to address labor shortages and enhance production efficiency.
