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Humanoid robots 'the future' of car making, says BMW

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BMW to deploy humanoid robots in European manufacturing, citing adaptability to existing workflows and cost-effectiveness, with potential to address labor shortages.

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BMW to deploy humanoid robots in European manufacturing, citing adaptability to existing workflows and cost-effectiveness, with potential to address labor shortages.

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