Tag: manufacturing

U.S. electric off-roader manufacturer, Rivian, has announced a conditional loan worth up to $6.6 billion, committed to by the U.S. Department of Energy.The loan is designed to accelerate the growth of EV design, development,...

When you picture a bike workshop, you probably imagine a group of passionate, hands-on experts, meticulously aligning brake pads. You'll be encouraged to know that the ebike world is firmly in touch with its...

Polestar has begun producing the luxury SUV Polestar 3 in South Carolina, its first model made on two continents.The South Carolina plant will serve both the U.S. and European markets, alongside the Chengdu, China...

UK car production fell by 7.6% in early 2024 as the industry shifts towards electric vehicles.Substantial £23.7 billion investment and factory retooling caused structural changes and a 26.6% production drop in June.Despite overall decline,...

The Biden administration is granting $1.7 billion to boost electric vehicle manufacturing in eight key battleground states.Major carmakers like GM and Fiat Chrysler will use funds to create and retain thousands of union jobs.These...

GKN Automotive reduced CO2e emissions by 10.5% in 2023 and increased renewable electricity use to 10%.74% of new business came from EV platforms, and 87% of R&D spending focused on decarbonisation products.The company aims...

Chinese automakers eye production in Turkey to avoid EU tariffs.Turkey, a key player in automotive production, accelerates discussions with BYD, Chery, and SAIC.Partnership signifies Turkey's readiness for Europe's electric vehicle transition, boosting its role...

Volvo Cars achieve climate-neutral status at Taizhou plant in China through biogas transitionTransition expected to reduce over 7,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions annuallyPart of Volvo's broader goal for global climate-neutral manufacturing operations by 2025Volvo...

Greenpower Park will revolutionise battery research and manufacturing.It attracts global collaboration with £2.5 billion investment and 6,000 skilled jobs.Positioned in Coventry, it leads Britain's green industrial revolution.Greenpower Park opens to provide training and facilitate...

Chennai plant hit 100% green energy in Sept 2023, advancing the Nissan carbon-neutral goal.RNAIPL aims for water positivity by 2030, using recycling and innovative water management.RNAIPL in Chennai contributes to Nissan's global sustainability despite...

Germany’s Production Engineering of E-Mobility Components (PEM) announces successful tests of an electric truck with a fuel cell range extender.Game-changing "SeLv" research project hits the mark, pushing the boundaries of heavy-duty trucks for emission-free...

Renault Group’s Re-Industry initiative aims to cut production costs by up to half by 2027.Central role of Renault's Industrial Metaverse in enhancing competitiveness and agility.Comprehensive overhaul focuses on excellence, environmental sustainability, and innovation.Renault Group’s...

This will be used for GM’s Ultium batteries found in the Chevrolet Silverado EV, GMC HUMMER EV and Cadillac LYRIQ.

New facility will be able to produce up to 500,000 electric vehicles (EVs) annually

New plant is expected to manufacture 150,000 electric cars annually when it opens in 2025 and create several thousand jobs

New facility will be a key milestone on Scania’s journey towards the electrification of heavy vehicles

His role will be to lead the digital transformation of the company’s battery manufacturing unit

The investment will help to preserve and upskill around 2,000 jobs

The company will introduce a number of new and more sustainable technologies and manufacturing processes at the plant

New facility will provide around 230 new jobs between 2023 and 2026

At capacity, the Gigaplant will produce over 300,000 electric vehicle batteries and provide 3,000 direct skilled jobs and another 5,000 plus indirect wider roles

As the automotive industry transitions towards electric vehicles (EVs) gathers pace, parts manufacturers must invest in flexible facilities that can respond to rapidly changing demands

Plant is first to produce electric car batteries for Toyota in North America and expected to create 1,750 new jobs

This deal is a key element to power Stellantis’ aggressive electrification strategy of its 14 car brands