Automobile Manufacturers
Aluminium replaces cast iron: What drove the auto industry’s engine-block shift?
Since late 1970s, the shift from cast iron to aluminum engine blocks became a major change in automotive manufacturing, driven by the need for lighter vehicles and lower emissions. As automakers faced stricter emissions standards, reducing vehicle weight gained greater momentum. As the block is among the heaviest components of an engine, aluminum emerged as an attractive alternative to the traditional cast iron, lowering weight onus and offering better thermal conductivity. According to the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), replacing conventional cast iron with aluminum casting alloys can reduce engine-block weight by approximately 40% to 55%. The lighter block is favorable to automakers, lowering overall vehicle weight, improving efficiency and cutting emissions. To know the global...
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,...
Grow with
AL Circle
Price
→Events
15th International Bauxite, Alumina & Aluminium Conference & Exhibition - IBAAS–VFMSTA 2026
ALUMINIUM Arabia 2026
ICSOBA 2026 - 44th International Conference and Exhibition
15th International Bauxite, Alumina & Aluminium Conference & Exhibition - IBAAS–VFMSTA 2026
ALUMINIUM Arabia 2026
ICSOBA 2026 - 44th International Conference and Exhibition
Business Cards
A report that reveals where the aluminium casting industry is heading and how businesses can act.
LEARN MORE
A report that reveals where the aluminium casting industry is heading and how businesses can act.
LEARN MOREGermany’s aluminium FRP consumption reaches 1.68 Mt as 2025 trade surplus tops $3.1 billion
AL Circle Analysis: Europe’s aluminium scrap curbs, India’s risk and US’s supply opportunity
German downstream aluminium exports fall 13% in H1 2026 but US enters top 5 with 228.1% import surge
Caustic soda plant setup in India: How aluminium growth is reshaping demand, costs and opportunities
News
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...
European Aluminium and ACEA urge EU to include low-carbon aluminium in car CO2 credits
European Aluminium and the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) are calling on the European Parliament and the Council to make low-carbon aluminium eligible alongside steel under the proposed material-credit mechanism for vehicle CO2 standards. The joint industry statement focuses on the revision of Regulation (EU) 2019/631, under proposal 2025/0420 (COD). The two organisations want both materials covered by a single, technology-neutral mechanism with harmonised carbon-intensity thresholds and verification rules. They said the approach would give automakers greater flexibility in meeting regulatory requirements while supporting European markets for low-carbon materials. It would also allow vehicle engineers to continue selecting materials based on technical and economic...
Yadea finds a new route into Africa’s electric two-wheeler market, partnering with Spiro
Expanding across Africa may no longer require building an electric mobility network from scratch. The Chinese electric two-wheeler maker, Yadea, has partnered with African electric mobility company Spiro, giving it access to an established fleet of electric motorcycles and battery-swapping infrastructure across the continent. Signed in Dubai on September 11, 2026, the strategic partnership will see Yadea supply electric two-wheelers and related products for Spiro’s African markets. The scale of Spiro’s existing network is significant. The company operates more than 130,000 electric motorcycles and around 2,500 battery-swap stations across West and East Africa. For Yadea, that network could provide a ready-made route into markets where electric two-wheelers are gaining ground. Yadea has...
Interviews
→
Blog
LATEST POSTS
Turn marketplace visibility into more relevant buyer enquiries.
View Priority Plans
Turn marketplace visibility into more relevant buyer enquiries.
View Priority Plans
