clude lightweight components, thermal and acoustic shielding systems, cylinder-head and specialty gaskets, battery and fuel cell systems, and electric drive units.-The Company's business operations are comprised of four business segments: Business Segment Business Unit Original Equipment ・Lightweighting/Elastomer Technology ・Metal Sealing Systems & Drivetrain Components ・Metal Forming & Assembly Technology ・E-mobility Aftermar...

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r a part in series production and offers very good corrosion properties as well as outstanding strength values. (From a press release on November 10, 2017) Hirschvogel informed that it is bringing a proposal to the table which integrates functions of the wheel hub and brake disk and may fulfil both lightweighting as well as cost advantages alike. The core idea is to connect the brake disk directly to arms which are forged onto the wheel hub. Even...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/07/10

ASK Automotive, India enhances R&D for EV and ICE safety-critical aluminium components In its FY 2024–25 annual report, ASK Automotive announced key developments in its R&D strategy focused on lightweighting, thermal management, and safety-critical components for electric vehicles (EVs), internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), power tools, and outdoor equipment. The company is leveraging its in-house Tool Room an...

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were presented at the SURCAR automotive painting conference in Cannes, France. The study revealed that greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from the steel material required to build a vehicle can be reduced by up to 30% by using ArcelorMittal’s electric arc furnace (EAF) steelmaking process, along with lightweighting strategies such as its ArcelorMittal Multi Part Integration (MPI) solution and the application of its third-generation advanced high-st...

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oen DS3. This model debuted at 2010 Geneva Auto Show. (From a press release on March 15, 2010) Faurecia has developed new wood composite Ligneos for interior applications such as door panels as well as seatbacks. Ligneos combines natural-fiber-based substrate materials with a wood veneer to achieve lightweighting compared with conventional products. (From a press release on April 22, 2010) Faurecia has presented its medium term objectives. It ta...

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sistant module cover Insulation and insulation system, high temperature gas guide Heat resistance up to 1400°C, electrical insulation up to 18 kV, zero heat transfer   ------------------ Keywords:JSAE, Battery, Storage Battery, Lithium-ion Battery, Solid-state Battery, Capacitor, Battery Pack, Lightweighting, Aluminum, Cooling System, Thermal Management ...

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Toyota Business Fair 2025: Hydrogen, Carbon Neutrality Lightweighting, plastic materials, recycling, production technology Summary Special Exhibit: FCEV Crown, fuel cell module, hydrogen engine (Toyota) Hydrogen-related components, electrification components (FTS, Kyoho Machine Works) Various technologies contributing to carbon neutrality (Aisin, Kojima Industries) Lightweight technology, component manufacturing technology (Toyoda Iron Works, Toy...

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ternative to natural rubber. In automobiles, natural rubber is used in tires and in anti-vibration applications. ------------------ KeywordsJSAE, Plastic, Plastic Injection Molding, Material, Composite, CFRP, Film, Silicone, Rubber, Engine Mount, Biomass, Bioplastic, Battery Case, Front-end Module, Lightweighting  ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/06/19

Craftsman Automation, India to sell Gurugram plant On June 13, Craftsman Automation Limited announced that its board of directors has approved the sale or disposal of land and buildings belonging to its wholly owned subsidiary, Sunbeam Lightweighting Solutions Private Limited, located at Narsingpur, Gurugram (38/6 K.M. Stone, Delhi-Jaipur Highway, Gurugram - 122001, Haryana). The potential buyer is yet to be identified. Sunbeam has successfully r...

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ng the LIDAR module on the roof ■Hybrid product made from high-rigidity foamed resin and polyamide (PA)resin ■Achieves both weight reduction and improved collision safety ■Can be customized to specified shapes   ------------------ KeywordsJSAE, Gigacast, Die Casting, Casting, Aluminum, Lightweighting, Joining, Welding, High-tensile Steel, Steel, Titanium, Stamping, Adhesive, Film, Coating, Plating, Painting, Decoration, Material, Sub...

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its growth and innovation strategy for the 2016-2020 period at its "Investor Day" presentation. Based on orders already secured, Plastic Omnium expects to service 19% of the bumper market in 2020, versus 15% in 2016, and 25% of fuel systems, versus 21% in 2016. The company is developing innovative lightweighting solutions with plastic, composite and carbon fiber body parts, and fuel tanks for plug-in hybrid vehicles and SCR emissions control sys...

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pril 13, JAC Group announced that it will officially unveil the QX PHEV, its first plug-in hybrid vehicle, at the Auto Shanghai 2023 event. Developed based on the FWD PHEV platform of the MIS intelligent automotive modular architecture, the QX PHEV is equipped with the P13 hybrid system and vehicle lightweighting technologies and is planned for the application of Level 2+ or NOA (Navigation On Autopilot) features. The intelligent cabin for the ve...

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such as the Modular Pinion-Assist Electric Power Steering (mPEPS) system, an innovative modular product.(From a Nexteer press release dated January 17, 2025) On March 17, Auburn Hills, Michigan-based Nexteer Automotive announced a Rear-Wheel Steering (RWS) system engineered for cost-effectiveness, lightweighting, durability and seamless integration. Nexteer's RWS is also optimized for enhanced maneuverability, stability, safety and performance, ...

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g in the automotive, aerospace, and industrial industries. (From a press release on May 26, 2022) GKN Automotive Limited (GKN Automotive) announced that it has released its next-generation inverter compatible with advanced 800V EV technology. The next-gen inverter features a range of efficiency and lightweighting improvements to deliver market-leading performance and enhanced sustainability. The next-gen inverter, one of three modular elements of...

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ol arms, and trailing arms; body components such as side rails, A and B pillars, door beams, wheel housings and bumpers; and several other components such as fuel tanks. The operations have some great processes and leading edge technologies in joining multi-materials further promoting Martinrea’s lightweighting strategy, including hot stamping and paint, as well as composite capabilities. The largest customers of the business are Daimler, BMW, ...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/04/28

th electronic control, delivering digital, high-precision braking powered by actuators at each wheel. Without traditional brake lines, EMB enables greater design flexibility, supports software-defined vehicles (SDVs) architectures, driver assist and automated features, while contributing to vehicle lightweighting and improved EV range by eliminating hydraulic fluids and reducing mechanical losses. Building on its advanced Steer-by-Wire, advanced ...

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n be chosen, and it has a high design quality. Material: Teeth: Steel / carburized quenching Core: Aluminum alloy / color anodizing treatment Process: Rivet fastening   ------------------ KeywordsTokyo Motorcycle Show, Electric Motorcycle, Motorcycle, Bike, Scooter, BEV, Battery, Clutch, Wheel, Lightweighting, Composite, Aluminum ...

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lly home to the Detroit Arsenal Tank Plant, built in 1940 and operational through 1997. Beyond capacity and capability extension, the addition of the USM operations provides Dana with intellectual property and proprietary manufacturing processes that strengthen the company’s existing portfolio of lightweighting innovations. (From a press release on March 1, 2017) General Motors recognized 110 of its best global suppliers. General Motors’ 2015...

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in the 100,000 square feet facility, which allows member companies and partners the opportunity to conduct R&D projects in both lightweight metals and advanced composites onsite using the facilities extensive machinery and lab space. AAM is a member of LIFT and will use the facility to help further lightweighting activities. (From a press release on October 11, 2017) Teikoku Piston Ring Co., Ltd. (TPR) announced on February 28 that it has establi...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/03/21

Nexteer introduces rear-wheel steering, production in 2026 On March 17, Auburn Hills, Michigan-based Nexteer Automotive announced a Rear-Wheel Steering (RWS) system engineered for cost-effectiveness, lightweighting, durability and seamless integration. Nexteer's RWS is also optimized for enhanced maneuverability, stability, safety and performance, especially when steering heavier vehicles with long wheelbases such as trucks, SUVs and EVs. Nexteer...

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