Automotive Manufacturing Solutions – Assembly

EU carmakers say 2035 CO2 targets unworkable

Europe’s leading automotive executives are pressing Brussels to rethink its car and van CO2 rules, warning that rigid 2030 and 2035 targets are no longer realistic amid rising costs, import dependence and trade barriers.

Ilkhan Ozsevim

29 August 2025

Why range extenders, hybrids, and hydrogen ICEs still matter in the EV era

Mahle Powertrain’s Mike Bassett tells AMS how advanced simulation, clean-sheet design, and targeted hybrid integration are driving the development of next generation internal combustion engines for EV platforms.

Renault names François Provost as new group CEO

Veteran executive to lead Renault Group through its next phase of industrial evolution, with a strong focus on global partnerships, innovation and manufacturing agility.

Ilkhan Ozsevim

4 August 2025

Benteler launches advanced manufacturing project in Morocco, integrating 4.0 tech

Key steps to building flexibility into production operations

GM promotes Mike Trevorrow to head global manufacturing, align with EV and software shift