HOLON’s first autonomous urban shuttle arrives in Hamburg, Germany HOLON, a subsidiary of Benteler Group (Benteler) announced that the first autonomous HOLON urban shuttle has arrived in the Hanseatic city of Hamburg, Germany. The 5-meter, barrier-free minibus seats up to 15 passengers and reach speeds of 60 km/h. Test operations will begin in late summer 2025 on routes from Stadtpark to the Elbe and from Schlump to Wandsbek. The vehicle will b...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/20

Lyft, US, and BENTELER Mobility plan to deploy autonomous shuttles across Lyft network from 2026 On July 25, Lyft announced a partnership with BENTELER Mobility to deploy next-generation autonomous shuttles across the Lyft network. BENTELER Mobility, part of BENTELER Group, offers solutions that manage the entire lifecycle of an autonomous vehicle fleet. They are planning to deploy HOLON urban autonomous shuttles on the Lyft platform in the US in...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/28

Over 70% of Benteler’s 67 production plants worldwide powered by green electricity Benteler Group (Benteler) announced that more than 70% of its 67 production plants worldwide are powered by green electricity, driving global climate protection. In 2024 alone, the company reduced its CO2 emissions by approximately 320,000 tons (compared to a 2019 baseline), primarily through the use of green electricity. This move marks a key step toward Bentele...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/21

BENTELER announces groundbreaking of new plant in Morocco On June 24, the Ministry of Industry and Trade, Morocco, announced that BENTELER Group announced the foundation stone laying ceremony of its new manufacturing facility in the Kenitra industrial zone. It will see an investment of 400 million dirhams.  The plant will create approximately 400 new jobs and produce components such as front and rear shock absorbers, suspension systems, anti-rol...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/25

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 scholarship. (From a press release dated J...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/17

Benteler improves energy efficiency of production process at Valladares plant in Spain Benteler Group (Benteler)’s subsidiary, Benteler Automotive Vigo, S.L., has conducted various operations at its facilities in the Valladares Industrial Estate in Vigo, Pontevedra, Spain, aiming to improve the energy efficiency of its production process. The project includes (i) Replacing the thermal insulation of the HSL1 hot stamping furnace to reduce heat e...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/14

HOLON to test electric autonomous shuttle in Hamburg, Germany On April 30, BENTELER Group announced that HOLON is forging ahead with series production and the market launch of its fully electric autonomous shuttle named HOLON urban. In 2025, the HOLON urban will be tested on the streets of Hamburg, Germany, as part of the first pilot project. The shuttle accommodates up to 15 passengers and can reach a top speed of 60 km/h. Based on BENTELER Grou...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/01

Benteler develops 500-bar fuel line for petrol engines Benteler Group (Benteler), in collaboration with PHINIA, has commenced series production of the world’s first 500-bar fuel line for petrol engines. The line is already in use in new Changan vehicle models, as part of the PHINIA system. It improves fuel efficiency, ensures finer injection, and helps to meet emission standards such as China VI and Euro VI. Manufactured using a forging and bra...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/30

Benteler expands production capabilities in Paderborn with new XXXL 3D printer Benteler Group (Benteler) has installed a new XXXL 3D printer at its Talle site in Paderborn, Germany. With a print volume of 1700 mm x 1050 mm x 1050 mm, the printer enables the plant to produce components that were previously impossible with less effort. Other key benefits include optimized use of materials, reduced production time, and high precision regardless of f...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/17

Benteler to open new plant in Morocco by end of 2025 On January 22, multiple sources reported that Benteler Group (Benteler) will open a new plant in Kenitra by the end of this year. It will supply components to the Stellantis Vigo factory. Benteler selects Morocco due to its low production costs and advanced infrastructure.  Based on multiple sources ...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/24

Benteler to present products and solutions at Detroit Auto Show in the USA Benteler Group (Benteler) announced that it will present the latest products and solutions from its automotive portfolio at the Detroit Auto Show in the USA, from January 10-20, 2025. The focus will be on Chassis and Modules, Thermal and Tubular, and Structures. Highlights include a hot-formed battery tray, an innovative battery cooling plate manufactured using the press b...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/13

Benteler to establish new automotive plant in Wyoming, Michigan, the USA Benteler Group (Benteler) announced that it is constructing a new automotive plant in Wyoming, Michigan, the USA, with production set to begin in 2026. The new Stafford Avenue plant in the Greater Grand Rapids area will be Benteler's 7th facility in the states and produce components for EVs for a well-known American carmaker. The plant covers an area of approximately 29,300 ...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/16

Benteler supplies components and Software Defined Architecture platform for new Changan Qiyuan E07 Benteler Group (Benteler) has provided its high-performance aluminum components and advanced Software Defined Architecture platform for the new Changan Qiyuan E07, all-electric coupé, SUV. These help the new Qiyuan E07 meet the highest standards of range, safety, and smart technology. The 4-in-1 car, which can also transform into an off-road vehicl...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/05

Benteler invests double-digit million amount at its plant in Spartanburg, the USA Benteler Group (Benteler) announced a plan to invest in the mid-double-digit million-dollar range at its automotive plant in Spartanburg, South Carolina, the USA. The aim is to improve the existing production and assembly facilities at the site and make production more efficient. The investment includes building improvements as well as the modernization of machinery...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/24

Benteler develops and supplies lightweight components for NIO’s ONVO L60 e-SUV Benteler Group (Benteler) revealed that it served as the main supplier for NIO’s ONVO L60 electric SUV. The company was involved in the development process from the very beginning and supplied 14 assemblies and 7 components. It used ultra-high-strength steel, which increases safety and optimizes weight of EVs. The lighter components also help improve vehicles' rang...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/10

Benteler approved for USD 105 million battery components plant in Wyoming, Michigan Benteler Automotive received city approval on its USD 105 million proposal to build a new battery components assembly plant facility in Wyoming, Michigan.  Benteler is a Tier One supplier of battery-storage systems for EVs as well as other automotive components and assemblies. City records show the new 316,965-square-foot facility is expected to be an assembly pl...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/12

HOLON to establish autonomous shuttle manufacturing plant in Jacksonville, Florida, U.S. Benteler Group (Benteler) announced that its subsidiary, HOLON, will build its first production plant for autonomous movers in Jacksonville, Florida, U.S. The construction of the approximately 500,000-sqf facility expects to be completed in 2026. It will create 150 jobs by 2027 and produce approximately 5,000 autonomous movers annually. HOLON’s mover, desig...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/05

Benteler opens new pressing facility at its plant in Pune, India Benteler Group (Benteler) has officially inaugurated a new pressing plant in Pune, India, in July 2024. The new facility will enable the company to focus on increased production capacity and efficiency to meet the growth of the Indian market. (From Benteler social media updates on August 16, 2024)...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/19

paradigms of model-based system design. Leveraging PREEvision and the skills of the team, the demanding time and quality requirements of the Holon mover project were met. This inclusive on-demand vehicle, designed for local public transportation and mobility-as-a-service providers, is a product of Benteler’s subsidiary Holon. It comprises 25 ECUs, around 280 sensors and actuators and about 1,500 circuits. In total, around 130 engineers are inv...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/09

Benteler receives approval for investment in HOLON Mover Benteler Group (Benteler) announced that the EU Competition Directorate and the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Protection have approved TASARU Mobility Investments’ investment in the Benteler subsidiary HOLON. The investment funds will be used to further advance the series development and industrialization of HOLON’s autonomous mover. The company has planned to...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/06