Egypt Government discusses localization with major automotive component manufacturers On August 12, the Ministry of Industry and Transport, Egypt, held a meeting with major automotive component manufacturers to localize the industry and achieve industrial networking and integration. The Minister discussed component suppliers’ needs and priorities, which ranged from plastic injection plants used in the automotive industry to stainless steel fact...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/13

NDR Auto, India to set up plant for seat components in Anantapur On August 11, NDR Auto Component Limited announced that its board has approved the setting up of a manufacturing facility for frame structures, seat covers (trims), and other plastic/metal/polyurethane-based automotive components. The said project will be set up at Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh, for an investment of INR 272.9 million in two financial years through a wholly owned subsidi...

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work.  The transaction is part of the implementation of the “Elcano Plan”, which aims to increase the Group’s efficiency and competitiveness by focusing its activity on larger-scale plants of greater strategic importance. Teknia is a multinational Group specialized in manufacturing metal and plastic components for mobility solutions.  Based on Teknia press release ...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/08

, it has localized several components such as front fender noise insulation, car glass, Zubr-Energy batteries, BELSHINA tires, wheel disks, toolbox, as well as front and rear bumpers. Plans for 2025 include the possibility of localizing such components as seats, floor carpets and ceilings, bumpers, plastic exterior parts, fuel tank, and exhaust system. Based on press release from BELGEE CJSC...

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EU approves DSBJ’s acquisition of French auto parts maker Groupe Mécanique Découpage S.A. (GMD) On August 4, the European Commission approved the acquisition of Groupe Mécanique Découpage S.A. (GMD) of France by DSBJ PTE. LTD of China under the EU Merger Regulation. GMD Group is a French based industrial subcontractor specializing in flat metal transformation through cutting, stamping, plastic injection molding, thermoforming, and aluminum ...

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ows BMW’s “Design for Circularity” concept. This includes using more recycled materials, choosing smarter materials, and designing parts for easy disassembly. Overall, a third of the materials used in the iX3 are recycled. One example is the Econeer seat cover, made entirely from recycled PET plastic, including the fabric, adhesive, and lining—making it highly recyclable. The same circular thinking applies to the center console, dashboard...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/04

s, a keyless fuel tank cap, an electric glove box actuator, an integrated seat latch actuator, and ignition locks designed for high-voltage electric vehicles. At Spark Minda Technical Centre (SMIT), the company advanced user interfaces with smart surfaces, integrating key vehicle controls, reducing plastic use, and enhancing durability. SMIT also developed an indigenous Augmented Reality Heads-Up Display (AR HUD) to boost driver awareness, and ma...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/31

tandards for dimensional accuracy, surface quality, and manufacturing tolerances. The approach also ensures corrosion protection and operational safety under extreme conditions. In addition, OTTO FUCHS and Demmel offer a patented fastening system for Aero Blades. These are aerodynamically optimized plastic elements fitted into the wheel's ventilation holes. Their key feature is a secure clip connection that replaces complex screw connections. (Fr...

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ness. The company is undertaking capacity expansion projects at its Pune and Bangalore facilities. Additionally, SJS Enterprise has commenced supply to Hero MotoCorp. It also updated its new age products for passenger vehicles (PV), which include wheel caps, aluminium badges, IML interiors, optical plastic, and touch screen cover glass. The acquisitions of SJS Decoplast and  Walter Pack Automotive Products India Private Limited (WPI) have added ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/30

METI to require auto and parts manufacturers to submit recycled plastic use plans starting in June 2027 for decarbonization across the entire supply chain The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry of Japan (METI) presented its policy to require automobile and parts manufacturers to submit plans for the use of recycled plastics by around June 2027. Going forward, METI will conduct hearings with automakers, parts suppliers, and material manufactu...

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AGR Automotive, Russia presents its first TENET model, all-new T8 urban crossover On July 29, the new Russian brand TENET unveiled its first model, the TENET T8, a seven-seater urban crossover. The front of the TENET T8 features a large chrome-trimmed grille with a unique checkered pattern, giving it a bold and refined look. It comes with a high-tech LED headlights made from molded plastic, offering 50% lower energy use and 30% better illuminatio...

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LISI AUTOMOTIVE signs agreement to buy Hungarian company specializing in plastic assembly components During its 2025 half-year results announcement, LISI Group revealed that its LISI AUTOMOTIVE division submitted a non-binding offer and signed a six-month exclusive agreement on April 19, 2025, to acquire the assets of a Hungarian company specializing in plastic assembly components. This acquisition will enable the Clipped Solutions Business Group...

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Porsche’s R&D team pushes sustainable plastics and wools with circular design focus On July 24, Porsche announced that its team at the R&D center in Weissach is following a “Holistic Eco Concept” to improve sustainability, especially in how to use plastics inside and outside cars. Working with materials engineers, the team examines every plastic component to find ways to cut carbon emissions and use recycled or renewable materials. Porsche ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/28

Shenyang Minghua designated for exterior trim project Shenyang Minghua Mould & Plastic Technology Co., Ltd. (Shenyang Minghua), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Jiangnan Mould & Plastic Technology Co., Ltd. (JNMPT), was recently designated by a leading luxury automaker for an exterior trim project. According to the customer’s plan, the project is expected to start mass production in January 2028, with a lifecycle of 5 years, an estimated total sal...

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IIT Guwahati, India develops bamboo-based plastic alternative for car interiors On July 24, researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati announced the development of an eco-friendly composite material made from Bambusa tulda—a fast-growing bamboo species native to Northeast India reinforced with biodegradable polymers. The composite offers high strength, thermal stability, low moisture absorption, and cost efficiency, making...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/25

Fiat signs second deal with SIGIT, Italy to increase local parts production in Tafraoui plant, Algeria On July 24, Stellantis MEA announced that Fiat signed a second subcontracting deal with Italian company SIGIT to help expand production in Africa, during the Algeria-Italy Intergovernmental Summit. Under the agreement, SIGIT will produce plastic parts in Algeria for FIAT’s Tafraoui plant, in partnership with Algeria’s ENPC (National Plastics...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/24

Toyota Tsusho adopts ASR-derived recycled plastic for Toyota vehicles Toyota Tsusho Corporation (Toyota Tsusho) announced that automotive shredder residue-derived (ASR-derived) recycled plastic made by its group company, Planic K.K. (Omaezaki City, Shizuoka Prefecture), has been adopted for the front fender seal of Toyota Motor Corporation’s (Toyota) Crown Sport. This is the first time that ASR-derived plastic has been adopted in a Toyota vehic...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/23

BMW recycles 3D printing waste into new manufacturing components across global plants On July 17, BMW announced that it is recycling waste 3D printing powder and used parts to produce new components using 3D printing. Waste that was once discarded is now turned into plastic filament, which is wound onto spools and used to print tools and support devices. In addition to filament for the Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF) process, the Campus also pro...

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ant in Irapuato, Mexico, following an investment of USD 19.8 million. The expansion strengthens the company’s role as a Tier 2 supplier in the Mexican automotive value chain and is expected to generate 80 specialized jobs. SK Tec employs 200 workers and focuses on stamping, welding, assembly, and plastic injection. It produces key interior, door, seat, and hood components, with an annual output of 12 million assembled parts. In 2024, the compan...

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ire vehicles to be designed for easy removal of parts for reuse, recycling, or repair by authorised treatment facilities. Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) add that manufacturers should not 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 ...

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