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Sharda Motor, India, updates about new patents and capacity expansion
In an investor update, Sharda Motor Industries Limited announced that during the last quarter of FY 2026 (ending March 31, 2026), it filed two additional patents, bringing the total number of patents filed to 22 and the total awarded patents to 4. Its R&D efforts are focused across emission and thermal management, li
Auto China 2026: ElringKlinger showcases solutions for NEVs
ElringKlinger AG presented itself at Auto China 2026 as a technology and development partner, with a focus on the Chinese and Asian markets as well as on New Energy Vehicles (NEV) applications of global relevance. The company emphasized its R&D capabilities and “local-for-local” approach to support global OEMs, inclu
Riversimple, UK, receives government funding for ZELLOR project
On April 9, Riversimple announced that it had received GBP 1.7 million for the Zero Emission Lightweight Long Range (ZELLOR) project. Riversimple is the lead company in the ZELLOR project, to demonstrate a vehicle with the unprecedented balance of zero emissions, light weight, and a 400-mile range. Funding is part of
Vibracoustic exhibits innovative NVH solutions at 5th Seres Lightweighting Conference
At the 5th Seres Lightweighting Conference, Vibracoustic, a Freudenberg SE subsidiary, exhibited a range of innovative lightweight automotive NVH (noise, vibration, and harshness) reduction solutions. These solutions included several lightweight products for EVs, such as dual plastic spring pads made with double-laye
Toyota to lead UK consortium for development of lightweight EV
On October 15, the Advanced Propulsion Centre UK (APC) announced that Toyota will lead a consortium to research and develop a new lightweight battery electric vehicle in Derbyshire, UK.
The project aims to accelerate the shift to zero tailpipe emission transport by validating a novel, lightweight battery electric veh
FEV and Nature Architects, Japan partner to develop AI-driven lightweight vehicle structures
On September 25, FEV, an international engineering service provider, announced a strategic collaboration with the Japanese technology company Nature Architects (NA) to jointly develop innovative vehicle structures. The partnership aims to set new standards in lightweight construction, functionality, and development e
GRI and TE Connectivity establish joint innovation lab
On August 7, Geely Auto announced that Geely Automobile Research Institute (GRI) and TE Connectivity recently established a joint innovation lab in Ningbo, Zhejiang. The lab will focus on objectives such as next-generation electronic and electrical architecture innovation, wiring harness material innovation, automoti
IAA Mobility 2025: TI Automotive to make European debut
TI Automotive, formed through ABC Technologies’ acquisition of TI Fluid Systems in April 2025, will present its combined portfolio to the European market for the first time at IAA Mobility 2025, in Munich, Germany.
By combining TI Fluid Systems’ fluid management expertise with ABC Technologies’ strength in lightweig
PWO Group, Germany opens new site in Serbia
On July 3, PWO Group opened its new engineering and production site in Čačak, Serbia. It will commence production towards the end of 2025. It will see an investment of EUR 28 million. The new facility is built on a 100,000 square meter site with a scope for further expansion.
The PWO Group will engineer and produce s
Benteler partners with Tongji University in Shanghai to drive innovation in sustainable mobility
Benteler Group (Benteler) has partnered with Tongji University for joint research and talent development. Both partners will research on key topics such as lightweight construction, vehicle safety, and sustainable mobility. They also promote young talent through internships, training programs, and a dedicated scholar
Borealis invests to increase capacity for recyclable, lightweight polymer foam solutions in Germany
On May 26, Borealis announced an investment of EUR 100 million in a new High Melt Strength polypropylene (HMS PP) line at its Burghausen, Germany, facility. The start-up is planned for the second half of 2026. The new line will triple Borealis’ supply capability for fully recyclable HMS PP.
It will increase productio
ROX Motor partners with Borouge, UAE to develop sustainable materials for future vehicles
On May 20, ROX Motor partnered with Borouge, a leading petrochemicals company specializing in polyolefin solutions, to advance sustainable mobility based on advanced polyolefin innovation, designed to meet the needs of drivers in the Middle East and around the world.
In the partnership, ROX Motor and Borouge will wor
TATA AutoComp, India and Katcon announce JV in Mexico for sheet moulded composite
TATA AutoComp Systems Ltd and Katcon announced a new joint venture in Mexico to manufacture Sheet Moulded Composites (SMC), with a focus on serving the North American market. The venture will specialize in lightweight applications for commercial vehicles, agricultural tractors, off-road vehicles, and specialized non-
SAG Group, Austria planning truck cryogenic tank production in India with local partner
On April 30, SAG Group announced that it is planning to set up a joint production facility for truck cryogenic tanks for LNG and liquid hydrogen (LH2), as well as for innovative rheocasting lightweight components for the two-wheeler market in India.
It is discussing a strategic partnership with a manufacturing compan
SEAT starts production of Arona with Oryzite, material derived from rice residue
On April 15, SEAT started production of the SEAT Arona, featuring two components made from Oryzite, a renewable, natural-based material derived from rice by-products.
Under the boot of the SEAT Arona, the two double-floor support parts incorporates 15% Oryzite, which was once 100% polypropylene and fiberglass, now a
Auto Shanghai 2025: KIRCHHOFF Automotive, Germany to present innovative body solutions
On April 12, KIRCHHOFF Automotive announced in a social media post that it will present innovative body solutions at Auto Shanghai 2025. It will present products with improved crash performance, reduced weight, and CO2 emissions. It will also display an innovative steel module cross-member in an open shell design wit
Envalior, Germany presents applications for electromobility, weight reduction and safety at PIAE conference
On March 25, Envalior announced that it would present its latest materials innovations, focusing on electromobility, lightweight, sustainability, and safety and comfort, at the Plastics in Automotive Engineering (PIAE) conference organized by the Association of German Engineers (VDI).
It presented a mounting frame m
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