While it’s interesting to see the big car companies making a splash into 3D printing, it’s always more interesting to see what the average Joe can come up with. In this video, you’ll see a fully functioning model of a Toyota engine, created entirely with a 3D printer!

Not to be left behind, North American manufacturers are getting in on the act as well. In this next video, Ford suggests that 3D printing is a big part of its future plans. You’ll be stunned by some of the applications it’s talking about using this technology for. If you’re not comfortable driving a car with 3D printed parts, you’d better get over it in a hurry.

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