e an integral part and improve its added value. Fine Sinter, which is expanding its business areas, will actively propose it as the company’s first product for EVs, aiming for adoption around 2029. The newly developed core reduces loss by combining a material that is a blend of iron, silicon, and aluminum with an insulating coating of alumina. The new core has a high magnetic flux density compared with ferrite cores and can be halved in size. (...

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n supply chain to power its lineup of EVs.    •    With the Ultium Cells plants in Spring Hill and Warren, Ohio, GM has the largest OEM battery cell manufacturing capacity in the U.S. Building on a USD 2.3 billion commitment, Ultium Cells Spring Hill has been producing nickel cobalt manganese aluminum (NCMA) pouch cells,   •    The Spring Hill plant will soon begin work on lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery cell lines at Spring Hill...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/16

the German Aerospace Center (DLR) to complete this publicly funded, five-year project.  The FlexCAR platform envisions a future where major vehicle systems, such as the drivetrain, energy storage, and interior, can be easily configured or updated. Constellium developed a modular sill concept using aluminum extrusions made from Constellium HSA6 high-strength aluminum alloys featuring significant recycled content. Designed to support various power...

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Brembo chooses EGA’s CelestiAL solar-powered aluminum for brake calipers Brembo S.p.A. (Brembo) has signed an agreement with Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) to source CelestiAL solar aluminum, produced using solar power, for its brake calipers. The agreement allows Brembo to reduce emissions by nearly 50% for the same volume of aluminum, further reinforcing its ongoing commitment to sustainability across its operations. (From a press release da...

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of 14.5 minutes from 30% to 80% state-of-charge, an EV-mode range of 260km, and, when fully fueled and charged, an estimated combined range of over 2,500km. The system boasts advanced thermal runaway protection technology and IP68-rated water and dust resistance, while adopting an aviation-grade T6 aluminum alloy housing and a bottom guard plate with a compressive strength as high as 1,300MPa. In the event of a collision, it will cut off high-vol...

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ing cars and tariff rates on agriculture. Member states were briefed on the status of talks on July 13. Earlier in the day, European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen said the bloc will extend the suspension of trade countermeasures against the U.S., due to Trump’s tariffs including steel and aluminum, until August 1.  The current list of countermeasures would affect EUR 21 billion (USD 24.5 billion) of U.S. goods, while the EU has prepare...

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S., complementing our high-nickel and future lithium manganese rich solutions and further diversifying our growing EV portfolio," said Kurt Kelty, VP of batteries, propulsion, and sustainability at GM. The Ultium Cells plant in Warren, Ohio will continue producing cells with nickel cobalt manganese aluminum chemistry, which has enabled GM to deliver a range of crossovers with more than 300 miles of range on a charge.  (GM press release on July 1...

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would apply only to goods currently tariffed at 25%. However, the official said the president had not made a final decision. The U.S. is currently imposing a 25% tariff on all non-USCMA compliant goods coming from Canada and a lower 10% rate on energy and potash, as well as 50% tariffs on steel and aluminum. (CBC/Radio Canada on July 10, 2025) (Truth Social post on July 10, 2025)...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/12

methods struggle to separate lithium from more abundant elements like sodium and magnesium. The Argonne team has developed a new filtering membrane that is made from vermiculite, a naturally abundant clay, with a process to peel the clay into ultrathin layers and treat them by inserting microscopic aluminum oxide pillars between the layers, and electrically charging the membrane’s surface from neutral to positive. This difference allows the mem...

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hinder the removal and replacement of parts and components using software updates. MEPs also want the plastic used in each new vehicle type to contain a minimum of 20% recycled plastic, within six years of the rules’ entry into force. The Commission should introduce targets for recycled steel and aluminium, and their alloys, following a feasibility study. Manufacturers would have extended producer responsibility, covering the cost of the collec...

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ck said he expected Trump to soon sign the proclamation that would put the copper tariff in place by the end of July. The news sent U.S. copper prices up 10.5% to new record highs of USD 5.8955 per pound, adding to the higher cost of manufacturing in the U.S., alongside the 50% tariffs on steel and aluminum. At the same cabinet meeting, the president discussed tariffs of up to 200% on pharmaceuticals and said he might send a letter to the Europea...

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ASK Automotive, India enhances R&D for EV and ICE safety-critical aluminium components In its FY 2024–25 annual report, ASK Automotive announced key developments in its R&D strategy focused on lightweighting, thermal management, and safety-critical components for electric vehicles (EVs), internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), power tools, and outdoor equipment. The company is leveraging its in-house Tool Room an...

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on "reciprocal" tariffs could be extended beyond July 8, and that the two countries could also reach a broad agreement in principle rather than a full-fledged trade deal. Aside from reciprocal tariffs, Korea is also seeking to minimize the impact of sector-specific tariffs on automobiles, steel and aluminum. However, Yeo said, "We think that a relatively more difficult area is the sectoral tariff issue, given that the U.S. regards it as important...

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or contract with Dubai’s Roads & Transport Authority (RTA) to supply 76 Volvo B13RLE double-decker buses. The deal marks the introduction of the advanced Volvo B13R Euro 6 chassis in Dubai. The ordered Volvo B13RLE 6x2 Euro 6 double-decker buses will be built by Gemilang Coachworks, known for its aluminium structures. The buses will include advanced Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) with features like real-time tracking, passenger inform...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/04

steel bar plants until 2030, and the FTI is pushing for a similar policy to protect the rolled steel sector.  Thailand’s annual steel consumption remains at around 16 million tons, with roughly 60% consumed by the construction sector and 30% by automotive manufacturing. On the export front, Thai aluminum producers are facing uncertainty following U.S. President’s decision to raise tariffs on steel and aluminum imports from 25% to 50%, causin...

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rms into a California King, and a newly-designed insulated rear door that improves energy efficiency without sacrificing the view. Grounded reengineered the electrical system for 1,400 W vehicle-to-house charging and added self-heating batteries to enable four-season travel.  The G3’s reinforced aluminum substructure supports a full suite of onboard systems, including rooftop HVAC, 1000W of solar, and Starlink internet. Up to 20 kWh of modular...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/03

June 24, 2025.  The meeting followed South Africa's submission of a proposed Framework Deal with the US on May 20, 2025. South Africa is seeking, through the Framework Deal, to have some of the key export products exempted from the Section 232 duties, including autos and auto parts, and steel and aluminium through tariff rate quotas. South Africa is also seeking the maximum tariff application of 10%, as a worst-case situation.  Ahead of the 90...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/02

y sectors including pharmaceuticals, alcohol, semiconductors and commercial aircraft, according to people familiar with the matter. The EU is also pushing the U.S. for quotas and exemptions to effectively lower Trump’s 25% tariff on automobiles and car parts as well as its 50% tariff on steel and aluminum, according to the people. The European Commission views this arrangement as slightly favoring the U.S. but still something it could agree to,...

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port tariffs for the UK's automotive and aerospace sectors. UK car manufacturers can now export to the US under a reduced 10% tariff quota, saving hundreds of millions annually and supporting hundreds of thousands of jobs. The UK is the only country exempt from the global tariff of 50% on steel and aluminum.  Based on press release from the UK Government...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/01

Hydro receives ASI recertification for 74 aluminum extrusion sites Norsk Hydro ASA (Hydro) has completed the recertification of its 74 production sites under the Aluminum Stewardship Initiative (ASI) Performance Standard V3.1, the highest number among aluminum extrusion companies. The sites include 42 operations in Europe, 25 in North America, 2 in Asia and 5 in South America. The recertification, audited by DNV Assurance Services UK Ltd., is val...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/30