desert sand, announced on March 31 that it aims for sales of JPY 43 billion by 2034. Starting in 2027, the company will begin demonstrations in parts of Africa to establish specifications that meet road paving requirements, and will establish a plant in the Republic of Kenya in 2028 to begin volume production. The aggregate being developed by the company, "Rising Sand," is made using desert sand. By mixing chemicals and subjecting the sand to hea...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/01

BMW i3 sets new standard with 360° sustainability approach On March 16, BMW announced that it is using a full 360° sustainability approach for BMW i3, focusing on reducing emissions throughout the entire life cycle starting from design and production to use and recycling. BMW i3 50 xDrive can produce fewer carbon emissions than a similar gasoline or diesel car within just 1–2 years, depending on how it is used and charged. BMW follows the “...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/17

GlobalData blog: SIAT 2026: Engineering signals point to a broader, more disciplined EV launch cycle in India The Symposium on International Automotive Technology (SIAT) 2026 event in Pune provided clear signals on how upcoming vehicle launches and market growth in India are likely to evolve over the next few years. While the event was technical in nature, its emphasis on validation, safety, and digital engineering offers an important context for...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/10

minus 15 degrees Celsius, 30% shorter than its predecessor; a 30% higher all-domain discharging power that enables the cells to power a fully loaded vehicle to 100km/h at minus 15 degrees Celsius; a gradeability of 15 degrees at minus 15 degrees Celsius when the vehicle is fully loaded; and a cell cycle life of 8,000 cycles that extends vehicle lifecycle operational mileage by 80,000km, equivalent to an additional CNY 150,000 revenue.Engineered ...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/29

sing demand for one of its engines. Starting January 2026, the factory will increase capacity and produce 3,600 additional Horse H12 engines per week to keep up with global demand. To achieve this, the company will introduce a third night shift and a fourth weekend shift early next year. The higher production requirements are driven by needs at its plants in Valladolid, Palencia, Spain and in Tangier and Somaca, Morocco. The new shift will also a...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/12

Smart Eye, Sweden to supply DMS software for new European truck models On December 5, Smart Eye announced that it will supply its Driver Monitoring System (DMS) software to two new truck models from a major European truck manufacturer. The new truck models equipped with Smart Eye’s technology are scheduled to enter production in Q1 2028. The estimated revenue for the order is SEK 15 million, based on product life cycle volume projections.  Th...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/08

BMW Group sets new climate target for 2035 On December 2, BMW Group announced a new 2035 milestone to advance its decarbonization strategy, aiming to reduce CO2e emissions by at least 60 million metric tons compared to 2019 levels, an increase of 20 million metric tons more than its previous 2030 target. The strategy covers the entire vehicle life cycle and includes the vehicle supply chain, production, and use phase. Key measures include expandi...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/03

and ETAS Global Sales2 Senior Director Takeo Sugiyama. The theme of Bosch’s booth was "Software-Driven Mobility" highlighting a comprehensive range of solutions, from hardware to software. Q1. In 10 years from now, what is your vision for a mobility-based society that includes SDVs? A1. Over the life cycle of a vehicle, software will continue to be updated over the air (OTA), as in the case of smartphones. In doing this, the vehicle’s perfo...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/18

Bern University, Switzerland announces completion of CircuBAT project to boost circular economy for EV batteries On November 10, Bern University of Applied Sciences announced the successful completion of the CircuBAT research project, which aimed to close the loop between the production, use, and recycling of automotive lithium-ion batteries. A total of seven Swiss research institutions and 24 companies partnered to develop solutions that improv...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/13

tterning have co-developed a demonstrator for automotive lighting, which will be presented at productronica in Munich, Germany, from November 18–21, 2025. The demonstrator replaces complex multilayer designs with single-layer flexible printed circuit boards (FPCBs) while cutting the CO2 impact of production by up to 98% compared to traditional chemical wet etching, according to a Fraunhofer Life Cycle Assessment. It combines DP Patterning’s d...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/10

EVE Energy to launch all-solid-state battery for HEVs in 2026 EVE Energy Co., Ltd. (EVE Energy) announced that it made technological deployment in the field of solid-state batteries and developed related industrial plans. For power batteries and energy storage batteries, EVE Energy is committed to significantly enhancing battery energy density, safety, and cycle life to drive the rapid development of products such as EVs and energy storage system...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/23

Green NCAP conducts Life Cycle Assessment of BMW, MINI, Citroën, Fiat, Hyundai, KIA, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, Renault, Volvo and VW models On September 18, Green NCAP tested 12 popular cars under its new whole-life assessment rating, showing the wide differences in environmental impact. The new system looks at real-world use, including car weight, efficiency in warm and cold weather, and hidden emissions from tyres and brakes. Most importantly, it ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/19

BMW iX3 Neue Klasse sets new sustainability benchmark with recycled materials, production, and efficient design On August 4, BMW announced that its new iX3 reflects a full commitment to sustainability throughout a vehicle’s life cycle—starting from supply chain and production, to everyday use. It plays a key role in helping BMW meet its 2030 and 2050 carbon dioxide reduction goals. BMW iX3 becomes more climate-friendly than a similar gasoline...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/04

lysis, the formulation using bio-based epoxy “FormuLite” was identified as the most balanced and high-performing option. Priced at INR 4,300 per kilogram, the composite is suitable for automotive components like dashboards, door panels, and seat backs. The research team is now conducting a full life cycle assessment and exploring industrial production methods to scale up manufacturing. Based on the IIT Guwahati press release...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/25

ss mat (AGM) technologies for hybrid vehicle applications. Other technical work included the development of a custom polyethylene separator, a revised alloy for four-wheeler batteries, and an improved negative electrode additive designed to enhance battery performance. The company also integrated recycled polymers and sustainable lead-based materials into production processes. As part of its IP development, Amara Raja filed a patent for an electr...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/22

rship, BatX will handle high-voltage battery recycling, repurposing, and rare metal recovery, including lithium, cobalt, and nickel, across VinFast India’s factory and after-sales operations. The agreement supports a circular economic approach by reintegrating recovered materials into the battery production cycle, reducing mining dependency, and minimizing environmental impact. It also aims to develop localized, scalable solutions aligned with ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/11

Comau partners with Intecells, U.S. to advance cold plasma tech in battery manufacturing On June 4, Comau announced its collaboration with Intecells, US to improve how cold plasma is used in making battery cells. Intecells holds a patent for the new technology, and together they aim to help customers add it to their current production lines in a cost-effective way. The cold plasma technology already helps reduce cycle time and energy use during s...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/05

Avtotor, Russia launches IT project for auto component life cycle management On May 27, Avtotor announced that it has started implementing an IT project to develop a life cycle management system for auto components, covering product development, production technologies, and engineering data exchange between suppliers and automakers. The project aims to boost production efficiency by creating scalable IT solutions for domestic automotive companie...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/28

wo from the Volkswagen brand and one each from CUPRA and Škoda – will be built at the Spanish plants in Martorell and Pamplona. Collaboration on the “Electric Urban Car Family” project alone will unlock synergy potential at brand group level totaling EUR 650 million across the entire product life cycle. The group’s global production network of 22 locations will be organized in five production regions with a view to fostering stronger net...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/06

ions that meet user needs and a customer-oriented ecological operation network. Through cross-domain collaboration among powertrain, intelligent chassis, and driver assistance systems, it achieves three major breakthroughs: reduced vehicle power consumption, lower system costs, and extended product life cycle. Currently, Bosch’s complete Super Light Truck System Solution is being tested on JMC’s relevant vehicle models. Bosch Electric Drive S...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/05