All Electrification articles – Page 12
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ArticleWatch: Packing the power in battery system production
Increasing EV battery output is essential to automotive electrification targets. Watch this AMS Automotive Evolution Livestream on-demand about ramping up the battery value chain, from raw material risk through to lithium-ion cell and battery module producton. Featuring experts from Scania, Verkor, S&P Global, Henkel and Recharge.
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ArticleVolvo’s mega changemaker
Javier Varela, senior vice-president of engineering and operations, is leading Volvo Cars’ industrial transformation, from platform engineering through to vehicle production. He explains key steps in the carmaker’s ramp up in EV and battery output, and how it will achieve ambitious sustainability targets
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NewsLightning eMotors expands manufacturing facility to meet customer demand
The expanded production capacity is expected to support the manufacture of up to 1,500 complete zero emission vehicles and powertrain systems annually by the end of 2022
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ArticleA future for fuel cells
Hydrogen fuel cell technology is not a new development, and the use of these energy sources has, until recently, been in niche applications. Now, though, fuel cells are beginning to find their way into real automotive use as a means of facilitating the goal of ‘zero emission’ vehicles with supporting investment of significant proportions
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NewsAudi-FAW to construct new EV plant in China to meet growing demand
Audi plans to begin construction on a new plant in China for fully electric Audi models, set to be completed by the end of 2024.
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NewsNissan to invest $500m in converting Canton Mississippi assembly plant and meet electrification aims
Nissan will be investing $500m to convert its Canton Vehicle Assembly Plant in Mississippi into a centre for US EV production, including the INFINITI brand.
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NewsFaraday Future equips its Hanford manufacturing facility for FF 91 model production
Faraday Future has been working with Guangzhou MINO Equipment to develop intelligent, body assembly equipment, specific to the production of the FF 91 model
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NewsAMS EVolution summit returns with fresh new format and guest speakers
The Automotive Manufacturing Solutions EVolution Summit returns this spring from 17th - 19th May with a brand-new format and with a mission to provide unique and exclusive insight into the world of automotive production.
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NewsToyota to expand US manufacturing capacity with $90m investment in North American plants
Toyota has announced an additional $90m investment in two US manufacturing facilities to expand hybrid transaxle and engine capacity for electric vehicles.
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NewsVauxhall appoints Colin MacDonald as transformational projects director
MacDonald, who was previously Vauxhall’s Luton Plant Director, will be responsible for leading several UK based industrial transformation projects
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ArticleMegacasting: a chance to rethink body manufacturing
The aluminium die-casting process could revolutionise body construction. Professor Wolfram Volk, the department head for forming technology and casting at the Technical University of Munich, explains the advantages and disadvantages of so-called ‘mega’- or ‘gigacasting’.
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NewsVolvo investing $1.1 billion in Gothenburg site to support huge electrification push
In the coming years, Volvo Cars will be investing SEK 10 billion ($1.1 billion) into its manufacturing plant in the Torslanda province of Gothenburg, Sweden, as preparation for the production of the next generation of fully electric cars.
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NewsBMW expands sources of low-carbon steel to advance 2030 sustainability goals
The BMW Group has signed a corresponding agreement with Salzgitter AG to deliver low-carbon steel.
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ArticleThe die is cast for Volvo’s future EV production
One of the key pillars of Volvo’s investment in electric vehicles will be the application of aluminium megacasting to produce large structural parts. Mikael Fermér, solution architect for vehicle platforms at Volvo Cars, explains the significance of this change for EV production.
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NewsVolvo and Northvolt agree to build new gigafactory in Sweden
Volvo Cars and EV battery manufacturer Northvolt have announced a new joint battery manufacturing plant will be built in Gothenburg, western Sweden.
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ArticleBritishvolt and Glencore agree to expand battery recycling capacity in the UK
Britishvolt has announced a joint venture with strategic partner Glencore to build a battery recycling ecosystem in the UK.
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NewsSwitch announces €100m manufacturing site in Spain to feed European EV market
Switch Mobility has announced the creation of a new manufacturing and technology centre in Castilla y León, Spain, to expand the electric vehicle manufacturer’s global outreach.
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NewsMazda resumes US production with new all-electric CX-50 SUV rollout at Alabama factory
The first 2023 CX-50 SUV has rolled off Mazda’s new Huntsville assembly line, marking the Japanese carmaker’s return to US-based manufacturing following a 10-year hiatus.
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ArticleBritishvolt signs agreement with Lotus to expand battery cell production for electric sports car
Britishvolt has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Lotus to advance lithium-ion battery cells and support the British EV car manufacturers brand targets and vehicle performance objectives.
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NewsGM announces $6.6 billion investment in Michigan EV and battery production
General Motors has announced $6.6 billion worth of investment across Michigan to construct a new manufacturing plant and develop EV pickup production.