The real value behind 3D printing is what some refer to as “distributed manufacturing“, the idea that we no longer have to build everything at a single centralized factory but instead we can build at multiple decentralized locations. In addition to saving on transport and shipping costs, another value-add is that of flexibility. Imagine a world someday where you go down to your Toyota dealership to buy one of these:
Not only do you get to choose the color and options for the above vehicle, but now you can choose from the following:
- 12 unique exhaust tips printed from 3 different metals alloys
- 7 Front grill options
- 5 Rear spoiler options
- 13 different rim choices
