pean Metal Recycling), the facility dismantles around 10,000 tonnes of EV battery packs annually. Northvolt designed the facility layout, integrating their battery discharging and dismantling solutions. Battery modules are sent to Northvolt for additional recycling, involving crushing for plastics, aluminum, and copper recovery. The remaining "black mass" is processed at the Revolt Ett recycling plant in Sweden using Northvolt's hydromet technolo...

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ced at and delivered by the plant. On April 16, XPeng unveiled the SEPA 2.0 all-domain intelligent evolving architecture, a high-end intelligent ultimate technical architecture for electric vehicles, before unmanned driving is realized. With SEPA 2.0, the only mass-produced front and rear one-piece aluminum die-cast vehicle body in China, which reduces overall weight by 17%, was built. SEPA 2.0 features the CIB (Cell Integrated Body) technology a...

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ry performance SUV, which Acura engineers focused on three core values: class-leading fuel efficiency, new levels of luxury comfort, and top-level safety performance. Developed on an all-new platform, the 2014 MDX has a 2.8-inch longer wheelbase, and is lower and narrower. With high-strength steel, aluminum and magnesium comprising 64-percent of its body structure, the 2014 MDX is 275 pounds lighter than the previous model. The passive safety is ...

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anada to the United States.” On July 21, Honda announced it will mark the 40th anniversary of the Anna Engine Plant. AEP is one of three production facilities in Ohio that are advancing the concept of flexible  motors on the same production lines. AEP has added three new processes to produce the aluminum EV battery case, including: megacasting, friction stir welding (FSW) and Minimum Quantity Lubrication (MQL) machining. When EV production beg...

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level during the period from December 5 through 10 as well. The operation after December 10 will be conducted according to Toyota's production schedule. On July 30, Toyota started marketing of the upgraded FJ Cruiser. An upgrade package includes seven exterior color options, newly-designed 17-inch aluminum wheels, a performance damper (front, rear) that provides ride comfort and sharp handling  as optional equipment. The price ranges from JPY3....

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V. The Fisker Ocean will initially be manufactured by Magna at its plant in Graz, Austria with production to begin in the fourth quarter of 2022. The vehicle will leverage Magna’s EV architecture combined with the Fisker-Flexible Platform Adaptive Design (FF-PAD) to create a new FM29 lightweight, aluminum intensive platform for the Fisker Ocean and potential future vehicles. On October 28, Jaguar introduced the new P300e PHEV powertrain combine...

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ular Economy strategy and is expected to create about 150 jobs. The center can dismantle up to 8,000 vehicles annually. The dismantling process includes decontamination, inspection, cleaning, traceability certification, and compliance with Brazilian vehicle authority regulations. Metals like steel, aluminum, and copper are fully recycled. The new facility and initiative helps address the low rate of environmentally responsible vehicle disposal in...

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art, in August 2010, the construction of a new plant of engine and automotive components in Joinville. The project will require total investments of 350 million Real and the new plant will start operating in 2012. Its initial production capacity is estimated at 120 thousand engines and 200 thousand aluminum cylinder heads per year. The production of engines and components at Joinville plant will be intended for vehicles manufactured at the Gravat...

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l Renault launches SUV Captur in Brazil Renault launches Kwid for Latin American markets in Buenos Aires Renault invests BRL 750 million for engines in São José dos Pinhais Renault launches Kwid compact SUV in Argentina Renault increases production of Kwid in Brazil Renault inaugurates Curitiba aluminum plant in Sao Jose dos Pinhais, Brazil Renault produces one million Sandero units in Sao Jose dos Pinhais, Brazil Renault records record growt...

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e world-class production quality with an initial production capacity of 150.000 units per year. The facility will eventually employ 2,800 people. JLR has so far made no comment on what models will be produced at the plant. However, the company said that the plant will manufacture a range of all-new aluminum lightweight JLR vehicles. The new factory will complement JLR’s existing facilities in the UK, China, India and Brazil. In an investor upda...

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e imported from Japan and sold throughout China via the sales network of FAW Group and Mazda. It measures 5,096 mm long, 1,936 mm wide, 1,728 mm high with the wheelbase of 2,875 mm and is designed incorporating Mazda's new design theme dubbed "Kodo- Soul of Motion". It is powered by a 3.7-liter all-aluminum V6 24-valve engine, mated to a six-speed automatic transmission with a manual mode (Activematic). Its safety features include the Emergency S...

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Renault S.A., Cléon Plant Engines- FR20, R916, R917, M920, M923; Gearboxes PX38; Electric Motors 5AL, 5AQ, 5DH, R135, R110, R90, R80, R75, 6AM, 7DL (2025-), ePT-160kW (2022-), ePT-100kW (2024-planning), ePT-200kW (2027-planning), E7A motor (2027-planning); Foundry parts (aluminum) and pinion collections; Ebusco: EV bus's body frames (2024-) Renault S.A., Electric motor, engine, and transmission assembly plant, an AMPERE's plant. Leased part of ...

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e. On October 29, Fuji Heavy Industries released a partially redesigned Forester. Power tailgate, SRS curtain airbags and side airbags are now installed on more Forester variants. The 2.0i-S EyeSight version with a naturally-aspirated engine is equipped with a sport type meter and sport pedals with aluminum pads, which were installed only on turbo models. Fuji Heavy Industry announced on November 11 that it will unveil the all-new WRX at the LA A...

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iesel Engine Technical Centre in Italy, with the support of engineers in Pune and Bangalore. It delivers maximum power of 75 ps and torque of 190 Nm along with fuel economy of 22.1 km/l. The 1.2-liter gasoline engine was developed in India and will be produced at a plant in Talegaon, India. It uses aluminum engine parts to make the car lighter and more fuel efficient. All variants is equipped with a 5-speed manual transmission. On September 10, G...

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passengers. Suzuki intends to pump up sluggish demands after a consumption tax hike by releasing the Land Venture. Suzuki Motor Corporation has released the new Landbreeze, a special version of the Escudo SUV. The new Landbreeze features fog lamps with LED ring illumination and specialized 18-inch aluminum wheels coated in gun metallic. Its black-based interior has accessories coated in champaign gold. Its seats and backrests are covered with wa...

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The plant's climate-neutral status aligns with Volvo Cars' goal of having climate-neutral manufacturing operations by 2025 and reducing emissions across its global operations. According to the Volvo Cars Annual and Sustainability Report 2023, the Company introduced closed-loop recycling systems for aluminium scrap at their factories in Taizhou and Chengdu, China in 2023....

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e delivering the maximum power of 80 kW and the maximum torque of 140 Nm. The ACTECO engine is mated to a five-speed manual transmission. The Karry Youya 2 features a positioning steering wheel, high-mount stop lamps, an instantaneous mileage display and a USB port as standard. High grade model has aluminum alloy wheels, ABS with EBD and electric door mirrors. On November 28, it was reported by Jetour’s website and various media sources that Je...

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Ford Motor, Kentucky Truck Plant Ford F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550 Super Duty, Expedition; Lincoln Navigator Truck assembly plant Year opened: 1969 Investment announced since 2014: USD 3.5 billion Employees as of July 2025: 8,738 Ford reduces summer shutdown time to meet strong demand Ford changes to aluminum for Expedition SUV by 2018 Ford introduces all-new aluminum-bodied 2018 Expedition Lincoln introduces all-new 2018 Navigator SUV at New...

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p truck to the North American market in 2019 and the Bronco midsize SUV to the global market in 2020. Both vehicles will be manufactured at the Michigan Assembly Plant in Wayne, Michigan. On August 9, Ford introduced its 2018 F-150 lineup with advanced powertrains, updating the recent generation of aluminum-bodied F-150 introduced first three years ago. The 2018 F-150’s powertrain lineup includes a 2.7-liter EcoBoost V6, 3.3-liter PFDI V6, 3.5-...

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is will start in Q4 2026, with prices starting from approximately USD 200,000. On August 15, Karma Automotive unveiled the Gyesera, a luxury Hybrid EREV four-seat Grande Coupé and successor to the Revero, at Monterey Car Week 2025. Priced from $165,000, it enters production in Q4 2025. Built with aluminum and carbon composites, Gyesera features distinctive “Backslash” and “Comet Line” design elements. Its powertrain delivers 566 hp, 546...

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