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As a Tier 1 automotive supplier, Valeo is a major player providing innovative solutions for autonomous driving, vehicle electrification and CO2 emissions reduction. Looking for lightweighting solutions, a key strategy to reduce fuel consumption and extend EV driving range, Valeo teams started seriously investigating composite materials that were easy to process for mass production and compatible with plastics injection. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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UK automotive supplier Dowlais Group Plc has stated that electric vehicle (EV) subsidies need to be reintroduced in countries that have scrapped them in order for Europe to meet its targets for phasing out combustion-engine cars. The cooling demand for battery-powered cars is posing a threat to the UK's plan to end the sale of new combustion engine vehicles by 2030 and the European Union's plan to do so five years later. Carmakers and suppliers, including Dowlais, have been affected by the decline in EV demand after countries like Germany and Sweden reduced or eliminated aid for the technology. Dowlais' customers, such as Ford and General Motors, have delayed deliveries of electric powertrains, and the company now expects a decline in adjusted revenue this year. [Extracted from the article]

An interview with Sandeep Khullar, Director, India - Off Highway and Commercial Vehicle at Dana India, discussing how the company sustains customer satisfaction through continuous innovation, adaptability to economic factors, and their strategies in various market segments including electric vehicles, passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles, and off-highway vehicles.

The town of Dolny Kubin in northern Slovakia, known as Europe's Detroit, is facing a new challenge as the shift to electric vehicles (EVs) accelerates. Carmakers like Volkswagen and Volvo are investing in EV production in Slovakia, but this transition threatens the vast network of suppliers that make up the backbone of the industry and support the economy. A study by GLOBSEC suggests that as many as 85,000 jobs in Slovakia, or 4.5% of the workforce, could be eliminated in the shift to electromobility. The Czech Republic is also in talks with potential investors to build battery plants, but both countries risk falling behind Hungary and Poland in attracting them. The auto industry is crucial to the economies of Slovakia and the Czech Republic, accounting for a significant portion of their exports and driving economic growth. The transition to EVs poses a serious threat to employment in these regions. [Extracted from the article]

A survey conducted by Japanese supplier Asahi Kasei reveals that brand loyalty among car users is wavering globally. More than half of respondents in Germany and the US plan to change the brand of their next car, while 79% of customers in China are open to switching car brands. The survey also found that Generation Z respondents showed the lowest degree of brand loyalty. Factors such as poor gas mileage, not enough storage space, and excessive noise while driving were cited as the most annoying aspects of current cars. In China, the desire to try something new and increasing brand image were the main incentives for switching to a different vehicle brand. The survey also highlighted the need for further technological advancements in battery performance, lifetime, and safety to improve the acceptance of electric vehicles. [Extracted from the article]

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According to GlobalData, the global light vehicle selling rate rose to 85 million units/year in February, up from 82 million units/year in January. However, this is still weaker compared to the second half of last year, with a YoY result down 2.8% primarily due to a contraction in China. Vietnamese automaker VinFast plans to enter the Indian automotive market, focusing on the Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) segment. However, VinFast faces challenges in the competitive Indian market, where established players have struggled to establish a significant presence. In Europe, the diesel share of new car sales has remained flat at around 15.5%, possibly due to a slowdown in demand for BEVs. Additionally, Europe's automotive supplier industry is losing out to the US in attracting foreign direct investment (FDI), leading to job losses and a discrepancy in investment. [Extracted from the article]

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Right now, the revenues of the top ten chassis market suppliers emanate from APAC (approximately 4 percent), Europe (around 22 percent), and North America (about 20 percent), with similar proportions among body structure suppliers: APAC (around 46 percent), Europe (approximately 17 percent), and North America (about 19 percent). As the light-vehicle automotive industry goes electric, some automotive components will change, and automotive suppliers must adapt. [Extracted from the article]

While OEMs can pass costs onto consumers via price increases, tier-one powertrain suppliers have few pass-along options, which is reflected in the 2022 average higher margins for OEMs over their suppliers. b i OEMs that primarily buy their EV powertrain solutions from suppliers will mostly be electrification followers without the resources or expertise to develop their own e-powertrains. More quickly than expected, powertrain electrification is creating both pressure and opportunities for the supplier network. [Extracted from the article]

The company Kadia uses the three-blade FlyCutter from Mapal in a newly developed system with three robots for deburring battery trays for electric vehicles. Kadia is a leading specialist in honing and deburring technology and primarily supplies automotive manufacturers and suppliers. The FlyCutter was specifically designed for delicate machining and small interfaces and achieves a good surface quality. The optimal cutting data has been determined, and the special machine with three robots enables a cycle time of approximately 80 seconds for deburring a large battery tray. [Extracted from the article]

The UK automotive industry has received approximately £20 billion in private investment in 2023, which is more than the total investment from 2016 to the present year. The government has also committed an additional £2 billion for the sector. The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) highlighted the importance of the industry to the economy, as it directly supports almost a million jobs and benefits millions more. However, the SMMT warned that upcoming Rules of Origin on UK-EU trade could hinder the industry's potential for economic growth, particularly in the electric vehicle sector. The SMMT called for a solution to ensure the free and fair flow of electric vehicles between the UK and EU. [Extracted from the article]

Tokyo's SBS Holdings Inc., a listed logistics company that offers deliveries, recently struck a deal to buy 2,000 light EV trucks over five years from Japanese EV startup folofly. (Bloomberg) -- Logistics companies in Japan, striving to cut costs and make the most out of the pandemic-inspired online shopping boom, are finding an unlikely white knight in Chinese electric-vehicle manufacturers, whose vans make last-mile deliveries not only cheaper, but cleaner as well. [Extracted from the article]

(Bloomberg) -- Logistics companies in Japan, striving to cut costs and make the most out of the pandemic-inspired online shopping boom, are finding an unlikely white knight in Chinese electric-vehicle manufacturers, whose vans make last-mile deliveries not only cheaper, but cleaner as well. Although Japan isn't currently a huge market for electric vehicles -- EV penetration runs at just 1% versus 30% in some cities in China -- Chinese automakers sense an opportunity. [Extracted from the article]

The company Kadia is using the three-edged FlyCutter from Mapal in a newly developed system with three robots for deburring battery trays for electric vehicles. Kadia is a leading specialist in honing and deburring technology and primarily supplies automotive manufacturers and suppliers. The FlyCutter was chosen as the suitable tool for machining the battery trays because it was specifically developed for unstable conditions in machining. The collaboration between Kadia and Mapal is intended to be further deepened in order to conduct further experiments for different machining processes. [Extracted from the article]

The Japanese car giant is suing FIAMM Energy TechnologyS.p.A. in a London court, claiming the faulty starterbatteries sparked a flurry of warranty claims fromdisgruntled owners of U.K.- built Qashqai and Jukemodels. The case comes as Nissan and other automakers havestarted to map out electric car battery plans in Europein recent months, a sign that competition to ensureadequate supply for their electric vehicles is heatingup. [Extracted from the article]

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Toyota and its automotive parts supplier DENSO Corporation are launching a joint venture to develop semiconductors for next-generation electric and autonomous vehicles. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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The Finnish contract manufacturer and Tier-1 supplier Valmet Automotive is expanding its product portfolio of kinematic systems for electric vehicles. Since 2017, the Roof & Kinematics business unit has been complementing the range of convertible roof and spoiler systems with active kinematic solutions. The company sees kinematics as a hidden champion in the field of electromobility. New additions to the portfolio include an intelligent actuator for spoiler systems and a modular system for manual and active charging flaps. The goal of the so-called Active Spoiler Systems is to increase the range of vehicles through improved aerodynamics. In the Comfort Systems area, Valmet Automotive focuses on everyday usability and comfort during charging with the help of Active-Charging-Flaps charging flaps that communicate with the charging management system. The first applications are expected to go into series production soon. [Extracted from the article]

The article is about a globally unique adaptive welding program library for aluminum resistance spot welding (WPS). This solution enables suppliers to automotive manufacturers such as VW, Daimler, Audi, and Jaguar Landrover to automate the production of doors, attachments, reinforcement parts, and safety-related elements. The solution offers time and cost advantages and is also relevant for the production of battery boxes and other parts of electric vehicles. By using a servo welding tongs with innovative welding cap handling and adaptive process control, up to 20,000 welding points can be set without changing caps. The solution ensures a robust process control and quality assurance of the connections. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: Electric; M&A and JV deals; Uncategorised EN Electric M&A and JV deals Uncategorised N.PAG N.PAG 1 03/15/22 20220309 NES 220309 Sony and Honda have jointly announced that they will collaborate on the development and sale of a range of battery-electric vehicles. With the move away from characterful combustion engine powertrains towards more uniform EV drivetrains, automakers will be looking to in-cabin technology to differentiate their offerings, especially as increased semi-autonomous functions give cabin occupants more time to focus on non-driving activities. [Extracted from the article]

The article presents trending news including the community Women in Auto Care under Auto Care Association taking nominations, forecast for electric vehicles (EV) market and business strategy by automotive consultant Vin Waterhouse.

The article presents an interview with Neal Ganguli, leader of the U.S. automotive practice of accounting firm Deloitte. Topics discussed include the global automotive suppliers industry; the impact of connected, shared and electric vehicles on the industry; and the increased digitisation and robotisation in automobile factories. Also mentioned is the potential impact of the tariffs imposed on automotive imports by the U.S. on automotive supply chain.

The article presents a reprint of the article "Wabco selected as sole air supply system supplier by German passenger car maker" which originally appeared on the website just-auto.com on January 18, 2017. Topics include the selection of Wabco Holdings as the supplier of air supply system in a German passenger car manufacturer, the Twin Compressor air suspension technology from Wabco to be equip in the sport utility vehicles (SUVs), and the emerge of the electric vehicle models in global market.