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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Japan is one of those countries exhibiting a buoyant aluminium market for the fiscal year 2024, driven by potential demand due to the revival in the semiconductor and automobile sectors. According to the estimated data shared by the Aluminum Research Committee, Japan’s demand for aluminium products...
The spot prices for Aluminium ADC12 alloy ingot (equivalent to automobile grade) witnessed a slight increase of INR 3,000 per tonne, reaching INR 211,000 per tonne W-o-W exw Delhi, excluding GST. The market reflects a somewhat tense situation in Chennai, with offers at INR 182,000 per tonne....
In response to a recent bridge collapse affecting the Port of Baltimore, leading U.S. automakers General Motors (G.M.) and Ford have swiftly adapted their logistics strategies to mitigate disruptions. While the incident has prompted the rerouting of shipments and adjustments in supply chains, both...
Since early March this year, Longkou City in east China's Shandong Province has embarked on the construction of 21 projects, representing a combined investment of RMB 19.6 billion. Notably, on March 14th, significant progress was observed at the construction site of the high-end lightweight...
Shanghai Unison Aluminium Products, a Chinese car parts manufacturer, is investing over 35 million euros ($38.1 million) in a new facility near Bulgaria's second-largest city, Plovdiv, as per the city authorities. The new plant, to be situated in the Trakia Economic Zone, will specialize in...
The Finance Ministry of India has imposed a definitive anti-dumping duty on imports of cast aluminium alloy wheels or Alloy Road Wheels (ARW) originating from China. The definitive anti-dumping duty, which remains effective for five years, varies between $0.23 per kg and $1.71 per kg depending on...
The workshop for the aluminium alloy strip 2# production line for automobiles at Chinalco Ruimin has been completed. The goal is to commence production by the end of August. This includes installing the steel structure and heating area of the gas-electric furnace and 80 per cent completion of the...
Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) announced the joining of Shinhwa Auto USA Corp. as the new Industrial User Member. Shinhwa Auto USA Corp. is a premier provider of aluminium die-cast, machining, and assembly components in the automotive industry. Their expertise extends to manufacturing...
Japan has a well-established aluminium casting industry with a long history of producing high-quality aluminium products for various sectors, including automotive, electronics, construction, and aerospace. Aluminium as a metal has been a key player in Japan's manufacturing sector, contributing...
Aluminium Stewardship Initiative has certified Kobe Steel, Ltd. against Performance Standard V3 (2022) Certification for its subsidiary Kobelco Group’s facility Kobelco Automotive Aluminum Rolled Products (China) Co., Ltd., in Tianjin, China. The facility manufactures and supplies Series 5000 and...
The German automotive sector has experienced a notable recovery following the conclusion of the pandemic, with exports exhibiting particularly robust growth for car manufacturers. The automotive industry in Germany is said to be one of the largest employers in the world. Germany's automotive...
On February 28, 2024, Constellium SE unveiled its leadership in a fresh R&D venture named "Close the Loop," collaborating with a consortium of recycling enterprises in France. This partnership encompasses INDRA (specialising in automotive recycling), GALLOO (a prominent figure in metal recycling),...
Two prominent East Asian nations, the world's top economies, are leading in the steel industry. Now, from the cross border, two steel giants are poised to make significant investments in the aluminium sector. Kobe Steel, the third-largest steelmaker in Japan, and China Baowu Steel Group, a global...
The spot prices for Aluminium ADC12 alloy ingots used in automobiles rose by INR 2,000 per tonne W-o-W, reaching INR 204,000 per tonne. This surge is primarily linked to the rise in local tense scrap prices. India's prominent automobile manufacturer, which holds significant influence in setting...
To bolster UAE's industrial prowess, KEZAD Group and Automotive Precision Technology (APT), a subsidiary of Al Ghurair Group, have signed a lease agreement for a cutting-edge automotive aluminium component manufacturing facility. The 30,000 sq meters facility, set to operate by early 2025, will be...
Rusal, the world's largest aluminium company by primary aluminium output, announced that it produced cast alloy with a higher share of recycled aluminium content, which increased to 25-30 per cent. The alloy is tailored primarily for the automotive industry. This new alloy is equivalent to Rusal's...
SUVs and trucks dominate the American automotive landscape, while sedans are declining in popularity. However, within the EV market, there are still notable four-door options. Despite lacking SUVs' bulk, elevated viewpoint, and storage capacity, sedans appeal to those who prefer a more traditional...
Evtec Aluminium Limited, a leader in designing and manufacturing complex aluminium castings, has reportedly entered into a supply contract with Jaguar Land Rover. According to the deal, the former will supply automotive components to Jaguar for its new line of electric vehicles. Evtec is a...
