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BMW F 450 R brings 48 horsepower twin-cylinder power and lightweight aluminum engineering to India
BMW Motorrad has revealed the new F 450 R as a road-focused addition to its 450 range, with the motorcycle expected to arrive in India early next year. The new naked streetfighter combines a 420 cc parallel-twin engine with a lightweight chassis package that includes several aluminium components. The BMW F 450 R has a ready-to-ride weight of 175 kg, with its lightweight construction supported by an aluminium double-sided swingarm, cast aluminium 17-inch wheels and forged aluminium foot controls. The motorcycle uses a tubular steel space frame, with the engine serving as a load-bearing element. Up front, the F 450 R gets a 43 mm KYB upside-down fork, while the rear uses a KYB monoshock with adjustable preload and rebound. The Sport Suspension version additionally offers adjustable...
US-Mexico trade review faces delay, with automotive rules and metal tariffs in focus
The United States and Mexico have postponed their fourth round of trade talks until October, extending uncertainty for North American manufacturers as both governments continue discussions on tariffs affecting automobiles, steel, and aluminum. Mexico’s Deputy Economy Minister for Foreign Trade, Luis Rosendo Gutiérrez, said the meeting would not take place as planned in September because of scheduling conflicts, including Chinese President Xi Jinping’s visit to the United States and the upcoming G20 trade ministerial. A new date has not been announced. Although the formal negotiating round has been delayed, technical coordination between Mexican officials and the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative continues. Mexico is seeking relief from U.S. Section 232 tariffs on steel, aluminum,...
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CIE Automotive brings aluminium casting subsidiary into parent after NCLT approval
The merger will absorb CIE Aluminium Casting India into its parent, with no new shares to be issued and provisional net worth rising by INR 942.2 million (USD 9.82 million). CIE Automotive India has received approval from the Mumbai Bench of the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) to merge its wholly owned subsidiary, CIE Aluminium Casting India, into the parent company. The tribunal approved the scheme on September 24, 2026, paving the way for consolidation of the aluminium casting business. The merger by absorption has an appointed date of April 1, 2026. As CIE Aluminium Casting India is wholly owned by CIE Automotive India, the parent will not issue new shares. The subsidiary’s paid-up share capital will be cancelled once the scheme becomes effective. The companies said the...
Mercedes-AMG G 63 Offroad Pro adds aluminium expedition hardware at ₹38m
Limited-edition G 63 combines an aluminium-panel roof rack with upgraded suspension and traction systems for more demanding off-road adventures Mercedes-AMG has taken the G 63 beyond its familiar luxury-performance role with the launch of the G 63 Offroad Pro, a limited-edition variant priced from INR 38 million (USD 396,050) ex-showroom in India. Instead of focusing only on styling upgrades, the new version adds dedicated expedition hardware and technology aimed at making the SUV more capable away from paved roads. One of the most practical additions is a professional roof luggage rack featuring an aluminium panel construction, along with a removable rear ladder. The setup provides greater flexibility for carrying expedition equipment and luggage, giving the G 63 a more...
Mexico pushes for lower US aluminum tariffs as trade talks advance
Mexico and the United States are making progress toward a potential trade agreement, with tariffs on aluminum, steel, and automobiles among the key issues under discussion, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said Friday. Sheinbaum said she had a "very good" phone call with U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday as the two countries work toward an agreement linked to the ongoing review of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). Mexican Foreign Minister Roberto Velasco and Economy Secretary Marcelo Ebrard also participated in the call. "Progress is being made toward a potential agreement between us, Mexico, and the United States," Sheinbaum said at a news conference. She did not disclose details of the discussion, saying the governments would not announce the agreements...
20 tonnes of aluminium, one Veyron: Why Alonso chose Bugatti chassis 8.100
Spanish racing driverFernando Alonso has added a one-off Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse to his growing collection of rare cars. Known as chassis 8.100, the car is distinguished by bespoke aluminium bodywork that required more than 20 tonnes of aluminium to produce, along with dedicated CAD programmes developed by Bugatti. Its history is equally distinctive, being produced after an original customer pushed Bugatti to create something it had initially considered too expensive. For Alonso, the automobile fits closely with an approach to luxury he outlined in 2024 about choosing manufacturers that treat individual customers differently rather than simply producing cars in larger numbers. To know the aluminium casting demand forecast in the transportation sector, explore our report "Global...
Ducati Desmo450 SM pairs aluminium frame with 63.5hp racing performance
Ducati has unveiled the Desmo450 SM, a new production supermoto developed from its Desmo450 MX platform, featuring an aluminium twin-spar frame. This is designed to combine low weight, rigidity and strength. The motorcycle made its debut during World Ducati Week and is aimed at competition use. The Desmo450 SM uses the same aluminium frame architecture as the motocross model. Ducati says the frame has also been designed to allow a straighter intake route while maintaining the strength and rigidity needed for high-performance riding. The bike has a fuel capacity of 7.2 litres. The company has also focused on reducing weight in other areas. Its Bartubeless wheel system, for example, removes inner tubes and cuts rotating and unsprung mass by 1.2kg. The motorcycle also features a cast...
Groupe GPA targets aluminium recovery via closed-loop automotive recycling
French vehicle recycler Groupe GPA is broadening the scope of its automotive recycling strategy. Moving beyond parts reuse, it aims to recover aluminium, rare earth elements or critical minerals, copper, plastics, glass and batteries from end-of-life vehicles and return them to vehicle manufacturing supply chains. The company has created a dedicated five-person R&D team to formulate processes for turning materials recovered during vehicle dismantling into secondary raw materials for the automotive industry. Led by mechanical engineer Marc Jolivet, the team is working around three priorities: extracting greater value from materials amid rising pressure on raw material supplies; helping automakers establish closed-loop recycling systems; and developing safe treatment methods, particularly...
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