But self-driving cars powered by AI are not the only change — AI technology is already being infused into vehicle production. CNBCFurther down the line, AI technology checks to ensure every stud is precisely placed, according to BMW Group Manager Curtis Tingle. A BMW worker at the AI Stud Correction Station. CNBCAccording to Tingle, the AI stud correction laser has already saved the company more than $1 million a year. BMW told CNBC the AI technology is patent pending and was developed inside the Spartanburg plant.

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Persons: Curtis Tingle, Tingle, Camille Roberts, Roberts Organizations: BMW Group, CNBC, BMW, BMW Group's, cnbc Locations: BMW'S, Spartanburg, South Carolina, U.S