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

- Former First Brands CEO Patrick James and His Brother Are Indicted for Bilking Billions from Banks

- Honda, GM to End U.S. Manufacturing Joint Venture This Year

- Tesla to Close Down Production of Two Car Models

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