For several decades, automotive aluminum use experienced a surge of growth, with the introduction of all-aluminum architectures for certain models — most notably the aluminum-bodied Ford F-150. As trends have shifted, however, automakers have moved away from the single material approach, focusing instead on multi-material construction with the right material for the right part. Electric […]
Alfiniti, Inc., a leading manufacturer of high-quality drawn and extruded aluminum tubing, serving diverse industries worldwide, started production of aluminum driveshaft tubing with larger outer diameters (OD) for Tier-1 automotive and aftermarket customers. The development is backed by the company’s expanded straightening capacity and multi-plant supply in the U.S. and Canada. Aluminum driveshafts reduce weight, […]
Jiangsu Pacific Precision Forging Company successfully commissioned a fully automatic eccentric closed-die forging press at its facility in Taizhou, China. The new advanced press enables the company to produce lightweight aluminum components at scale for the automotive industry — thus, broadening its capabilities from steel into aluminum. Global demand for aluminum parts continues to grow […]
U.S. President Donald Trump is offering a one-month exemption on the new tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada for U.S. automakers, according to White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt. The decision comes after Trump spoke with leaders of the Big Three automakers, Ford, General Motors, and Stellantis on March 5, 2025. Trump’s imposition of […]
Speira, an aluminum roller and recycler, signed a long-term agreement with the biggest prismatic battery producer from South Korea. The world-leading battery manufacturer’s advanced energy solutions also include lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles. The manufacturer’s collaboration with Speira represents a clear commitment to sustainability. “We are proud to have signed this agreement, which strengthens our […]
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Cover A towering 18 ft aluminum sculpture of W.C. Handy, “Father of the Blues”, was unveiled in Muscle Shoals, AL, celebrating the area’s rich musical heritage. The sculpture was built by artist Eric Nubbe. Crafted from recycled aluminum sheet provided by Constellium, the art piece stands as a testament to both the region’s musical legacy […]
Cover Introduced by Morgan Motor Company, the Midsummer is a new, open-toped roadster. The vehicle is built on the automaker’s CX-Generation bonded aluminum chassis and features hand-formed aluminum body panels and wood details (see page 50). Although a limited-run vehicle, the Midsummer is nevertheless evocative of the innovative ways automakers can utilize aluminum to reduce […]
Shape Corp., a global tier-1 supplier and pioneer of roll forming technology, is proud to announce advancements in the application of complex roll formed aluminum applications for the automotive industry. In collaboration with Novelis, Shape can now offer a portfolio of roll formed aluminum components, including rockers, battery tray crossmembers, roof bows, and other structural […]
Novelis and thyssenkrupp Materials Services are planning to set new standards for end-of-vehicle-life recycling by developing a digital hub called Automotive Circularity Platform (ACP). The aim is for ACP to be an open platform that will enable access to larger quantities of high-quality recycling materials. The first step will include the creation of a prototype […]
