Electrification – Page 4
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In Emden, VW wants to leave the Passat behind
Volkswagen is using the latest production technology and some novel in-plant logistics to ramp up EV production in Emden
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Mahindra to pioneer ABB’s Inkjet paint tech in Indian EVs
Mahindra & Mahindra will use ABB Robotics’ PixelPaint for customised EV finishes, enhancing quality and efficiency while reducing waste.
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Designing manufacturing systems for flexibility and scalability
Comau discusses assembling e-drives, developing battery manufacturing solutions, and collaborations with universities for next-generation cells.
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Stellantis and CEA collab on next-gen battery cell tech
Stellantis and CEA join forces to focus on EV battery technology, aiming for higher performance, longer lifespan and lower costs.
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Arno Güllering becomes Chief Operating Officer of Dräxlmaier
Arno Güllering has taken on the Chief Operating Officer role at Dräxlmaier where he will oversee the production and logistics functions of the Dräxlmaier Group.
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BeyonCa chooses Hong Kong for new EV assembly plant
BeyonCa, backed by Renault, charts Hong Kong’s automotive future with plans for its first EV brand and assembly plant.
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HORSE Powertrain welcomes Aramco as strategic investor
HORSE Powertrain Limited secures Aramco’s 10% equity investment to advance low-emission technologies.
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Volkswagen invests $5B in Rivian to forge EV-software Joint Venture
Volkswagen’s $5B investment in Rivian aims to enhance EV technology and software, boosting market confidence and industry innovation.
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Stellantis could export UK production over strict EV regulations
Stellantis warns UK production may halt unless the government boosts EV demand, citing stringent regulations and market challenges.
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Hyundai’s Metaplant America begins 2025 IONIQ 5 production
Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America has revealed plans to kick off production of the 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5, marking a significant milestone in electric vehicle manufacturing.
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BMW opens first North American press shop at Spartanburg, debuts new X3
BMW’s Spartanburg plant opens a $200M press shop, introduces new X3, and announces all-electric vehicle production by 2026
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The future may be all electric, but not just yet
With demand for battery electric vehicles lower than expected, OEMs are boosting hybrid output and extending ICE production.
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JLR and Chery announce strategic Freelander EV collaboration for China
JLR and Chery sign a “transformative” agreement to revive the Freelander brand for EVs in China, signalling a new chapter in innovation and cooperation
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Europe’s tariffs on Chinese EV imports stresses importance of local production
The additional tariffs follow fears that Chinese manufacturers are “dumping” cheap EVs on already struggling markets.
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HORSE announces next-generation Range Extender powertrains
HORSE is ramping up its powertrain production effciencies with range extenders delivering a 200km pure-electric range, and more…
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Stellantis marks 60 years of vehicle production at Ellesmere Port
Stellantis’ Ellesmere Port plant is celebrating 60 years since starting production operations, beginning with the Vauxhall Viva
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ACC halts construction of two European gigafactories
ACC opened the first of the three planned European gigafactories in June last year.
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VinFast weighs delaying $4bn US assembly plant opting for SE Asia expansion
VinFast eyes further delays for its $4B North Carolina plant as it expands into Southeast Asia with new dealerships and strategic growth
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Volkswagen announces new affordable European EV
Volkswagen Group has announced that it will make all-electric entry-level mobility widespread across Europe, with affordable EVs made in the continent, for the European market.
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Q&A with Patrice Haettel: CEO of powertrain tech firm, HORSE
We interviewed powertrain producer HORSE’s CEO, Patrice Haettel, to talk battery tech, flexible production, sustainability, data, digitalisation, and more