Automotive
Archer and Fiat Chrysler pursue high-volume, composite eVTOL production
Citing low-cost supply chain and advanced composite material capabilities, FCA will help Archer create its first all-electric airline.
Read MoreTwo major automotive OEM contracts secured for EconCore honeycomb core technology
Mexican manufacturer Fynotej will supply OEMs with the lightweight and sustainable Fynocore — licensed under EconCore — for automotive application.
Read MoreGM announces eVTOL, delivery vehicle concepts
During a virtual CES 2021 keynote, General Motors announced its BrightDrop electric delivery vehicle business and single-seater urban air mobility concept vehicle.
Read MoreWorkhorse receives purchase order for all-electric, composite body delivery vehicle series
Purchase order for 6,320 C-Series delivery vehicles marks Workhorses’ largest individual order to date and expands its sales channel internationally into Canada.
Read MoreAll-outdoor Motor Bella event reestablishes cancelled NAIAS 2021
While the North American International Auto Show has been put on pause, Motor Bella, set for Sept. 21-26, 2021, is a reimagined auto-centric event that will bring next-generation mobility and vehicle debuts to attendees.
Read MoreLingrove launches Ekoa Surface Peel N’Stick and receives automotive orders
Natural fiber/bio-thermoplastic composite veneers meet sustainability and performance demands for multiple markets.
Read MoreAutomotive market report predicts 17% decrease in global production in 2020
Data and market analysis company Inovev estimates that 15 million fewer vehicles have been produced in 2020 compared to 2019.
Read MoreBespoke process produces composite brake pedal every minute
Three composite materials are used to create structural composite member that meets demanding mechanical requirements.
Read MoreThermoplastic composite structure replaces metals on safety-critical brake pedals
First all-composite brake pedals developed by Boge Rubber & Plastics Group are lighter, stiffer, stronger and offer improved driving haptics.
Read MoreHybrid electric vehicle market report indicates steady, upward growth
As carbon dioxide emission regulations become stricter across the world, HEV sales show an increasingly upward trend, with expectations to peak at $792 billion by 2027.
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