bout 25% of the plant’s yearly electricity needs, with more renewable projects planned. VWCV is also reducing emissions from heating. In Hanover, heating demand has been cut by around 40% through a new biomass combined heat and power plant operated by Enercity. The plant uses non-recyclable waste wood, modern heat pumps, and advanced emission controls. Based on Volkswagen press release...

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1970s and '80s. Duffy said that the existing fuel economy regulations led manufacturers to develop the market in unanticipated ways “such as by almost eliminating the production of station wagons.”  "This (new) rule will actually allow you to bring back the 1970s station wagon - maybe a little wood paneling on the side," Duffy said. "We can bring back choice to consumers so yeah the minivan is awesome but maybe the station wagon is cool too....

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-absorbing shield that uses Mxene, a highly electrically conductive nanomaterial. In line with the trend toward higher frequency and greater integration in electronic components, Hyundai Mobis plans to introduce this material into auto parts.  Meanwhile, the company proceeds with the adoption of a wood-based bio material called lignocellulose. This will allow the company to make automotive parts, such as bumper covers, by extracting specific com...

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Tongling begins construction of new plant in Mexico On November 28, Chinese automotive interior supplier Tongling began construction of a new manufacturing plant in the Marabis Castro del Río Industrial Park in Irapuato, Guanajuato, with an initial investment of USD 91 million. The facility will specialize in door panels and components using INS/IMD processes, as well as real wood, aluminum, and painted finishes. According to local authorities, ...

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ement (KORUS FTA) or U.S. Most Favored Nation (MFN) tariff rate, or a tariff rate of 15% on Korean goods for purposes of the reciprocal tariff provided under Executive Order 14257 of April 2, 2025. The U.S. will reduce its Section 232 sectoral tariffs on automobiles, auto parts, timber, lumber, and wood derivatives from Korea to 15%. For Korean products with a KORUS FTA or MFN tariff rate equal to or greater than 15%, no additional Section 232 ta...

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Daihatsu Group develops biomass fuel On November 13, Daihatsu Motor Co., Ltd. (Daihatsu) and Daihatsu Metal Co., Ltd. (Daihatsu Metal, Kawanishi City, Hyogo Prefecture), a manufacturer of engine and other parts, announced that they have developed a biomass fuel. They have established a manufacturing technology for the “bio briquette” solid fuel, which is made by compressing wood and plant fibers, and have begun using it as an alternative to c...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/14

Inspired by the legend of the “Lac Hong descendants,” it symbolizes national pride and aspiration. Both versions showcase cultural motifs such as a gold-plated Lac bird emblem, a grille modeled after Dong Son bronze drums, and bamboo-inspired accents. The interiors are crafted with Golden Nanmu wood, Nappa leather, and real gold details. The Bulletproof edition, certified to VPAM VR7, one of the world’s highest safety standards for head-of-...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/01

-road capabilities of the Lucid Gravity X are punctuated by various design features on the exterior and interior. Orange exterior accents help contrast against the satin paint finish, while the front and rear fascias are finished in brushed metal. The interior includes premium leather seats, walnut wood inlays, high-performance floor mats, and a microsuede steering wheel to maintain a luxurious and comforting experience.  (Lucid Group press rele...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/16

Audi Q3 introduces recycled materials and redesigned interior layout On August 5, Audi announced that the new Q3 model combines design and functionality with sustainable materials. Fast-growing timber is used for wood accents, while fabrics such as Impressum cloth, Passage, and microfiber are made from 100% recycled polyester. All seat covers use monomaterials for easy recycling, and floor mats are made from Econyl, a recycled nylon sourced from ...

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Antolin supplies interior components for Mercedes-Benz Vito van Grupo Antolin-Irausa, S.A. (Antolin) has supplied interior components for all three generations of Mercedes-Benz Vito van, produced in Vitoria, Spain, which is celebrating 30 years of production. The company has been a trusted partner from the beginning. The collaboration began with door panels made from wood fiber and cardboard, manufactured at Antolin’s Aragusa plant in Burgos, a...

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udicial matters, and those affecting U.S. companies with business in Brazil. The added 40% affects all goods, except for a long list included in the document, which includes items such as silicon metal, pig iron, civil aircraft and parts and components thereof, metallurgical grade alumina, tin ore, wood pulp, precious metals, energy and energy products, and fertilizers. (Whitehouse.gov release on July 30, 2025)...

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ckered 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 illumination than halogen lights. The vehicle’s dashboard blends classic and modern design, using high-quality materials like premium wood textures and galvanized steel for a refined look. It features a large 15.6” 2.5K multimedia screen, a 10.3” digital instrument cluster and a ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/29

’s sustainable materials subsidiary, has introduced NAFILean Vision, an advance bio composite designed for visible vehicle parts. Building on the success of NAFILean-R, NAFILean Vision combines low carbon recycled plastics from post-consumer sources with up to 25% renewable biomass, such as hemp, wood, reed, vine shoots, and oyster shells. According to life cycle assessments, it reduces up to 75% of CO2 emissions. NAFILean Vision meets stringen...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/20

& Mobility segment and will complement the Matikon Group within Amaneos as an add-on acquisition. NBHX Trim Europe is a leading European supplier of decorative surfaces for premium automotive interiors. It develops and produces interior components from a wide range of materials, including aluminum, wood, carbon, leather, and injection-molded plastics. Headquartered in Bruchsal (Germany) and with additional production facilities in Rolem (Romania)...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/10

l undergo a review in 2026 to revise rules of origin and introduce new sector-specific quotas. During the presentation of the 31st Mexican Foreign Trade Congress in October, COMCE Executive President Sergio Contreras will emphasize the importance of close monitoring in sectors such as metals, food, wood, non-ferrous metals, computers, vehicles, and auto parts. Contreras reaffirmed that the trade agreement remains beneficial and will continue unde...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/23

double-layer capacitors. The result is a new generation of capacitors with double the energy density of current models, alongside high-performance lithium-carbon batteries that recharge in just 60 seconds without compromising lifespan. The material is made from lignin, an organic polymer that gives wood and other plant cells their structure. Allotrope Energy’s hybrid lithium-carbon technology comprises a high-rate battery-type anode and a high-...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/04

Alejandro Rolland Ruiz, Director of Industrial Development. The expansion will boost production capacity at Novem’s facility in the Querétaro Industrial Park, where the company manufactures decorative interior components for vehicles. Novem is globally recognized for its expertise in integrating wood, aluminum, carbon, synthetics, and textiles into innovative car interior products. The Querétaro site is strategically positioned to serve the N...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/01

nked contracts with the specialist for decarbonized energy GETEC and Stadtwerke Hanau for a renewable energy heat supply, aiming to reduce the Goodyear Hanau site’s CO2 emissions by up to 95% per year. GETEC will build a heating plant on the Goodyear Hanau site based on regionally available waste-wood biomass. The new heating plant will provide up to 95% of the Hanau site’s heat requirements for production. It will generate around 15% of the ...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/25

Chinese government, NBHX's Board, shareholders, and merger control authorities. It is expected to close in Q2 2025. NBHX Trim Europe, based in Bruchsal, Germany, is a top supplier of decorative surfaces for premium automotive interiors. The company produces components from materials like aluminum, wood, carbon, leather, and plastics. It has facilities in Romania and the UK too. NBHX Trim generated nearly EUR 200 million in revenue in 2024 and em...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/04

ent software further reduces charging time from 10% to 80% by up to 30%, cutting it down to just 20 minutes. The ES90 also supports sustainability by using recycled materials. 29% of its aluminum, 18% of its steel, and 16% of its polymers are from recycled sources. It also includes an FSC-certified wood interior. Volvo’s blockchain-based battery passport ensures transparency in raw material sourcing. The ES90 will be officially unveiled on Marc...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/27