Porsche's 911 GT3 Bergsport swaps its lightest magnesium wheels for forged aluminium, proving that a few extra kilos can make sense when the road gets serious. There are few places where saving weight matters more than inside a Porsche 911 GT3. Yet for its new 911 GT3 Bergsport, Porsche has done...
Scientists at Oak Ridge National Laboratory have advanced the use of DuAlumin-3D for high-temperature automotive components, opening new possibilities for stronger, lighter 3D-printed aluminium parts in engines and beyond. Aluminium has long been attractive for automotive components because it...
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The month of April' 24 witnessed a 21.7 per cent increase in vehicle production in Mexico compared to last year's period, reaching a record high of 358,575 units. According to data from the National System of Statistical and Geographical Information (INEGI), eight assembly companies ramped up their...
In April'24, China rebounded in both exports and imports following a contraction in the previous month. This turnaround signals a positive uptick in domestic and international demand, which comes at a crucial time as Beijing grapples with various economic challenges. The data indicates that the...
Shandong Hongcan Material Technology Co., Ltd., the subsidiary of China Hongqiao Group, one of the world's largest aluminium producers covering the entire aluminium industry chain, stands at the forefront of innovation and efficiency in China's manufacturing sector. This pioneering company is...
The end user sector of the aluminium industry is one of the most versatile sectors with immense growth and business opportunity. From industrial to lifestyle, the demand of this green metal is growing with time, making it an indisputable choice for the end-user industry. From driverless car to the...
Yida Li, in collaboration with Mercedes-Benz Design for his Bachelor's thesis, introduced the innovative concept of "Smartchitecture," a driverless aluminium car built upon the Smart car platform, a division of Daimler AG, the parent company of Mercedes-Benz. This concept redefines the conventional...
Aluminium, with its lightweight yet durable properties, stands as a cornerstone in revolutionising transportation across the automotive and aerospace industries. In automotive, integrating aluminium components significantly reduces vehicle weight, enhancing fuel efficiency and reducing emissions....
For the eighth time, an international manufacturer of heat exchangers in the automotive sector has chosen the EV/CAB line from SECO/WARWICK. The first “Snake” battery coolers produced by this partner will be executed in SECO/WARWICK furnaces. This is the eighth CAB line, which will operate in the...
Vedanta Aluminium, India's leading aluminium producer, recently hosted AutoEdge 2024, a pivotal industry conclave focusing on the automotive sector, in New Delhi. Aluminium, pivotal for modern transportation, has emerged as a crucial raw material in automotive manufacturing. The event showcased...
Steel Strips Wheels (SSWL) secured a pivotal agreement to supply aluminium wheels to a prominent passenger vehicle (PV) manufacturer in India. This landmark deal not only underscores SSWL's commitment to pushing boundaries but also signifies a significant leap into the realm of alloy wheels,...
Aluminium Stewardship Initiative has reportedly certified Nanjing Chervon Auto Precision Technology Co., Ltd. against Provisional Performance Standard V2 (2017) certification for the production and sales of aluminium automotive components at Nanjing, China. The certification is valid for one year,...
BMW Group Plant Landshut is embarking on a significant expansion project. With a keen eye on the burgeoning electric vehicle market, the renowned automotive giant is injecting an additional €200 million into its German factory, pushing the total investment since 2020 to approximately €1 billion. A...
Elon Musk, Tesla's phenomenal chief, is set to embark on a significant journey to India. During the week of April 22, he will engage in crucial discussions with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi. Sources privy to the matter indicate that Musk's visit is poised to unveil plans for Tesla's...
Sandvik has inked a deal to acquire Almü Präzisions-Werkzeug GmbH (Almü), a renowned cutting tool and solution provider for aluminium machining in Germany. This acquisition highlights Sandvik's commitment to catering to the increasing demand for lightweight aluminium components, particularly in the...
Porsche and Alumobility are at the forefront of a constructive initiative poised to redefine automotive engineering. Their collaborative effort aims to revolutionise vehicle design by replacing traditional steel-intensive structures with lightweight aluminium alternatives. This strategic shift not...
Craftsman Automation, an Indian company specialised in diversified casting solution of highly complex lightweight aluminium components for the automotive & industrial engineering sectors, has reportedly signed an agreement with Rajasthan State Industrial Development and Investment Corporation...
Dr Matthias Irle is a highly accomplished Electrical Engineer specialising in Automation Engineering. He holds a Dipl. Ing. Elektrotechnik from Universität-Gesamthochschule Siegen, Germany, and a Doctorate in Engineering. With over two decades at EMG Automation GmbH, he has held key positions...
In the pursuit of innovation, BMW Group's Additive Manufacturing Campus in Oberschleißheim, Germany, spearheads a transformative journey utilising Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM) technology. This superlative approach employs Directed Energy Deposition (DED), leveraging aluminium to craft...
Nemak S.A.B de C.V, popularly known as Nemak, specialised in developing and manufacturing aluminium components for e-mobility, structure and chassis, has reportedly received Aluminium Stewardship Initiative’s Performance Standard V3 (2022) Certification for its three global production facilities in...
