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The GIGAGREEN project kicks off to achieve thefuture sustainable giga-factory

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  • GIGAGREEN is a project financed with almost €4.7 million by the European Union under the Research and Innovation Framework Programme Horizon Europe aiming at developing sustainable and safe cell manufacturing processes for Li-ion batteries.


• The initiative is supported by a multidisciplinary consortium of 16 partners
comprising research centres, universities, consultancy companies, material suppliers,
and cell manufacturers from 8 European countries.


Turin (Italy), September 22. GIGAGREEN, a project financed by the European Union (EU) under the Research and Innovation Framework Programme Horizon Europe willing to develop
sustainable and safe cell manufacturing processes, has just kicked off with a meeting held in
Turin (Italy).

For 48 months, GIGAGREEN, formed by 16 partners from 8 different European countries, will
work to achieve the sustainable giga-factory of the future, positioning Europe at the forefront
of the global market in the Li-ion battery value chain, key for the next generation of electric
vehicles.

The project proposes a structured research plan to develop and scale up novel electrode and
cell component manufacturing processes that follow a Design to Manufacture (DtM)
approach to attain the intended goals.

In this sense, GIGAGREEN will seek electrode manufacturing processes which deliver the
maximum performance, throughput rate, safety and cost efficiency at the lowest
environmental impact and energy consumption in the cell design, also facilitating the reuse
and disassembly. The DtM approach, supported by digital solutions as Digital Twins, will allow
for the development of easily scaled up and automated concepts solving the needs for the
upcoming generation of European cell giga-factories.
In summary, GIGAGREEN will bring a tipping point for the EU cell manufacturing industry, as its outputs have been thought to contribute to a smooth transition between today’s processing methods – optimised by trial-error approaches and not ready for flexible mass production – and the Li-ion cell Factory of the Future – one based on greener, cheaper, safer, better, cleaner, digitalised, and flexible technologies.

GIGAGREEN thrives in the interfaces of the current and the new manufacturing approaches.
It focuses on those points of greatest urgency: cell-electrodes processing and components
that represent the highest energy and economic costs with a larger room for improvement
and ground-breaking innovation.

Thanks to the advancements brought by GIGAGREEN, the EU industry will be able to (i) quickly
use the results regarding water-based processing after 2026 so the performance of the industry starts immediately improving its competitiveness with materials designed and improved to operate and be processed under those conditions, and (ii) start paving the path towards dry electrode processing techniques as the next Li-ion manufacturing technology revolution.

All these innovations are supported by robust DtM approaches that rely on data-driven
solutions to optimise the flexibility of factories, the scalability of the processes and the overall
production lines’ sustainability in the context of mass production.
Making Europe a strategic global leader in the Li-ion battery value chain
The EU has established an ambitious industrial goal to make Europe a strategic global leader
in the Li-ion battery value chain, deploying a sustainable and innovative industry.


Currently, the global cell manufacturing capacity is at 60 GWh, mainly located in Asian
countries such as China, Japan, and Korea. With the market demand for batteries for electric
vehicles increasing and expected to increase significantly over time up to 247 GWh in 2054
the cell manufacturing capacity needs to keep up, and it is estimated that Europe could
capture 250 B€/year by 2025 if it develops fast and effectively a successful cell manufacturing industry from scratch. The increased innovation capacity of the EU cell battery value chain thanks to the adoption of water-based and dry processing of electrodes can position EU giga-factories at the forefront of the global market, led by the added value brought by the DtM principles, therefore attracting new investment and employment generation.

GIGAGREEN would be one of many projects under BATT4EU partnership working towards the
establishment of a well-developed R&D landscape in Europe that can generate fruitful
synergies among actors across the battery value chain and contributing to a relocation of cell
production from Asia to Europe. Current champions of battery cell manufacturing, Japan, and
South Korea are compared with China, best competitor in production costs, and EU countries
potentially attractive to host cell manufacturing facilities. One of the initial advantages of EU
countries is their close position to vehicle assembly plants and the strong automotive supply
chain built during the last 20 years.


GIGAGREEN innovations will have a direct impact in improving innovation ecosystems in EU
countries while reducing production costs, therefore improving the positioning of these
countries when competing with the rest for the location of novel advanced cell
manufacturing facilities.

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U.S. Electric Vehicle Battery Market will have an estimated $9.2 billion value by 2032

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By 2032, the market for electric vehicle batteries in the United States is anticipated to reach a value of over US$ 9.2 billion, up from US$ 5.4 billion in 2022, and to grow at a CAGR of 5.4% over the assessment years (2022-2032).

By 2032, it is anticipated that the U.S. market for electric car batteries would create an absolute dollar opportunity of US$3.8 billion.

Electric vehicle batteries are in high demand across the United States as electric vehicle sales increase. In the upcoming years, market expansion will be fueled by rising demand for high-energy batteries, greener and renewable power generation techniques, and product innovation adopted by manufacturers.

What Do Electric Vehicle Battery Suppliers in the U.S. Need to Keep in Mind?

“Manufacturers to Content With Stringent Lead Pollution Norms”

The U.S. has placed restrictions to curb lead pollution, which has made domestic production and recycling complicated and costly. In the United States, recyclers operate in highly mechanized, tightly sealed plants, with smokestack scrubbers and extensive monitors to detect lead release. This is restraining the growth of the batteries market in the United States.

Will Hybrid Electric Vehicles Continue Their Dominance in the U.S.?

The electric vehicle battery market in the U.S., under vehicle type, segmented into plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, hybrid electric vehicles, and battery electric vehicles.

Hybrid electric vehicles hold 42.6% market share and demand from this segment is predicted to rise at 5.1% CAGR over the decade. Hybrid electric vehicles are powered by an internal combustion engine and electric motors. They offer high fuel economy and use regenerative braking and an internal combustion engine for charging. These factors are supporting segment demand and growth of hybrid electric vehicles.

Plug-in hybrid vehicles hold 35.6% share in the market as compared to 21.8% share held by battery electric vehicles. These segments are slated to expand at 7.9% and 10.1% CAGRs, respectively, through 2032.

Competitive Landscape:

Prominent manufacturers of electric vehicle batteries in the U.S. are investing in developing new technologies to make batteries easier to operate on a zero-emission vehicle.

Market players are undertaking efforts to introduce a new world of battery technology by working on launching cobalt-free batteries to leverage technology and differentiating themselves from other competitors in the market.

For instance:

·         Panasonic Corporation of North America announced a massive battery plant in the United States in 2022. The new mega-factory will make new types of EV batteries for Tesla, Inc.

·         Tesla Inc. is planning to provide next-generation EV batteries and is focusing on turning to lithium iron and not lithium-ion to be the fundamental chemical engineering to power electric vehicles.

These insights are based on a report on U.S. Electric Vehicle Battery Market by Fact.MR.

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European Nikola Tre FCEV Beta Version to Debut at IAA Transportation in Hanover, Germany on Sept. 19

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Nikola Corporation (Nasdaq: NKLA), a global leader in zero-emissions transportation and energy infrastructure solutions, today announced that the European Nikola Tre fuel-cell electric vehicle (FCEV) beta version will be unveiled in a September 19 press conference at IAA Transportation in Hanover, Germany with partner IVECO, the commercial vehicle brand of Iveco Group (MI: IVG).  Nikola Corporation President Michael Lohscheller will unveil the Nikola Tre FCEV in Hall A24 in Stand A01 with IVECO.

“We are anxious to unveil this German-built zero-emission truck in front of the thousands of influential IAA guests,” said Lohscheller. “We believe this will be the beginning of a new era of clean commercial trucking and innovative energy solutions for Europe.”

Another highlight of the event is expected to be the September 20 keynote presentation by Lohscheller that will discuss the importance of a European zero-emission future. 

The Nikola Tre battery-electric vehicle (BEV) will be available for test rides at the show and product demonstrations will take place each day from the automaker’s booth.

The up to 500-mile range of the Nikola Tre FCEV is anticipated to enter serial production for the North American market in late 2023 at Nikola’s Coolidge, Arizona manufacturing facility. Tre FCEV production in Ulm, Germany is expected to launch the first half of 2024.

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Start of Production for the new EQS SUV at Mercedes-Benz in Alabama

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Produktionsstart des neuen EQS SUV in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA Start of Production for the new EQS SUV in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA
  • The first all-electric Mercedes-EQ built in the United States, the new EQS SUV, has been successfully launched at the Tuscaloosa plant
  • From Alabama to the world: The EQS SUV will be produced exclusively in the U.S.
  • Highly efficient battery systems to be supplied by the recently opened Mercedes-Benz Battery Factory in Bibb County, Alabama
  • Comprehensive sustainabilityconcept and carbon-neutral production at both sites

Mercedes-Benz is exclusively producing the all-electric EQS SUV at its North American passenger vehicle plant. These vehicles rolling off the line is a key step in Mercedes-Benz Cars’ global initiative to produce eight all-electric vehicles at seven sites on three continents this year. The full-size EQS SUV is integrated in series production at the Mercedes-Benz Tuscaloosa plant in Alabama, which has been the production site for large SUVs bearing the three-pointed star since 1997. Tuscaloosa serves as a key production location for Mercedes-EQ luxury electric SUVs: the EQS SUV and EQE SUV, which goes into production later this year.

Jörg Burzer, Member of the Board of Management of Mercedes-Benz Group AG, Production and Supply Chain: “Our production network is very well positioned for the sustainable and rapid scaling of electric vehicle volumes. With the new EQS SUV joining our production portfolio of all-electric Mercedes-EQ models, we reached another important milestone in our strategy to go all electric by the end of the decade – wherever market conditions allow. I am absolutely sure that our great Tuscaloosa team will make the electric SUV another global success.”

The Tuscaloosa plant uses state-of-the-art digital, sustainable, efficient and flexible production methods and follows the blueprint of the company`s Factory 56 in Sindelfingen, Germany, which symbolizes the future of automotive production of Mercedes-Benz. Thanks to early investments into flexible production and the use of the state-of-the-art MO360 digital production ecosystem, Mercedes-Benz is already able to produce battery-electric vehicles in large volumes.

Michael Goebel, President and CEO of Mercedes-Benz US International (MBUSI): “We have a highly skilled and motivated team that has absolutely delivered in the successful product launch of the new EQS SUV. Our Team Members in Tuscaloosa have shown a lot of flexibility, energy and commitment in helping us to achieve milestone after milestone since our first Mercedes-Benz rolled off the production line more than 25 years ago. The employees here at the site can be proud that the first all-electric SUV from Mercedes-Benz and its battery are being built in Alabama.”

Local battery production is a key success factor for Mercedes-Benz’s electrification initiative

The new battery factory, which opened in Bibb County in March, produces the battery systems for the EQS SUV on an approximately 300-meter or 985 feet-long production line with more than 70 workstations. A host of components is assembled into a complete system in a fully digitized production process, including up to twelve cell modules and what is known as the EE compartment for the intelligent integration of the power electronics. The battery for the EQS SUV is based on a modular architecture that is also used in the EQS and EQE Sedans. With the new plant, Bibb County is now a part of the global Mercedes-Benz battery production network, which comprises of factories on three different continents.

Sustainable production concept

As of this year the Mercedes-Benz US production sites operate on a CO2 neutral basis as all of the Mercedes-Benz owned passenger car and van plants worldwide. In line with the Mercedes-Benz strategy of expanding renewable energy production at its plants, the Bibb County battery site’s entire electricity needs will be met through renewable energy sources from 2024 onwards.

With a view to the future return of lithium-ion battery systems from Mercedes-EQ vehicles, the company established a global battery recycling strategy, starting to build its own battery recycling plant in Germany, based on hydrometallurgy. Analogue to this technology, the company plans to close the recyclable material loop with high-tech partners for battery recycling in the U.S. and China

Mercedes-Benz US production at a glance

Since the 1990s, Mercedes-Benz has invested a total of more than seven billion dollars in Alabama. From this amount 1 billion dollars was invested into the battery plant, the logistics centers and to upgrade the production line to make EV’s. Today, Mercedes-Benz U.S. International (MBUSI) employs around 4,500 people and also secures an estimated additional 11,000 jobs with suppliers and service providers in the region. Around four million vehicles have left the Tuscaloosa plant since 1997, with around 260,000 SUVs rolling off the production line in 2021 alone. Roughly two-thirds of annual production is exported, making MBUSI one of the largest exporters of automobiles from the US.

The new EQS SUV at a glance

With the luxury EQS sedan and the sporty executive EQE sedan, Mercedes-Benz has entered a new, all-electric era in the upper market segments. The EQS SUV is the third model series with this architecture developed for electric vehicles. The SUV offers plenty of space, comfort and connectivity for up to seven passengers in its avant-garde, luxurious interior. Thanks to powerful electric motors, responsive 4MATIC all-wheel drive and an intelligent OFFROAD driving mode, the EQS SUV is also capable of tackling light terrain with ease.

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Volkswagen and Mercedes line up tariff-friendly battery supplies in deals with Canada

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Volkswagen AG and Mercedes-Benz Group AG have sealed agreements with Canada to secure access to raw materials such as nickel, cobalt and lithium for battery production, according to people familiar with the accords.

The memorandums of understanding will be signed Tuesday in Toronto, with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in attendance said the people, who asked not to be identified discussing confidential information.

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VW’s agreement is designed to shorten supply chains for its facilities in the US and avoid difficulties linked to tariffs and tax regulations, said one of the people. The move has partly been prompted by new rules that US President Joe Biden signed into law last week, the person added.

A spokesperson for VW said the carmaker and its dedicated unit for its battery business, called PowerCo, are working on ramping up their battery activities, “especially reliable and sustainable supply chains.”

“This holds true for the very promising North American market as well,” the spokesperson said by email. A spokesperson for Mercedes declined to comment.

The Biden administration’s Inflation Reduction Act allows consumers to continue getting as much as $7,500 in tax credits for electric vehicles if manufacturers meet new content requirements. Minerals must be extracted from or processed in countries the US has a free trade agreement with, and a large percentage of battery components need to be manufactured or assembled in North America.

Automakers including VW, Mercedes and Stellantis NV have embarked on ambitious plans to make batteries. VW is planning six facilities in Europe alone, while Mercedes has joined Stellantis in a 7 billion-euro ($7 billion) battery venture and is pursuing a total of eight facilities globally.

VW is also considering setting up an in-house battery cell manufacturing operation in North America, Johan De Nysschen, chief operating officer of Volkswagen of America, said in June.

The goal would be to ease a coming battery shortage by supplementing suppliers with its own production, De Nysschen said in an interview at the company’s new battery testing lab in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The board was still weighing the idea, and no final decision had been made, he added.

A business delegation including VW Chief Executive Officer Herbert Diess is traveling with Scholz on his Canada trip, his first there since he took office at the end of last year. Diess, who will be replaced as CEO on Sept. 1, said last month that the company was looking at sites for a US battery facility that would supply packs to its auto plant in Chattanooga.

Scholz will hold several meetings with Trudeau as the Group of Seven and NATO partners move to deepen cooperation in areas including energy and security.

The German leader, who is also accompanied by Economy Minister Robert Habeck, wants to enlist Canada to help Europe’s biggest economy reduce its reliance on Russia for energy and raw materials.

Canada “has similar rich natural resources as Russia — with the difference that it is a reliable democracy,” Scholz told reporters during the flight over.

“This opens up new fields of cooperation,” he added. “We want to cooperate closely, especially when it comes to building a hydrogen economy.”

(By Michael Nienaber, with assistance from Craig Trudell, Eric Pfanner and Stefan Nicola)

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10 EV MYTHS BUSTED BY EXPERTS

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Can you sit in an electric car while charging?

One in 14 people (7.2%) believe this EV myth to be true. From a safety perspective, just like sitting in your car while filling up with petrol or diesel, you can sit in an electric car while it charges. Electric cars are designed to safely transfer high voltage levels and a high current to the battery without the driver, or anyone else in the car, being in harm’s way.

From a practical perspective, an electric car will continue to charge whether you get in or out of your car at any point while it is charging. There are some models where unlocking/locking the car may interfere with the charge, resulting in a brief stoppage, but the charge will resume shortly afterwards.

Do electric cars explode on impact?

One in 15 people (6.5%) believe EV batteries can explode in a crash. However the answer to this is that it is incredibly unlikely that a crash will result in an explosion. According to research carried out by evfiresafe, 14 EV explosion incidents have occurred since 2010… from a global market of 10 million EVs in operation at the end of 2020, meaning that while an explosion is possible, it is very, very unlikely.

Can I drive an electric car without a licence?

One in 22 people (4.6%) believe you can drive an EV without a driving licence however the truth is no, you cannot drive an electric car without a licence. The reason for this is because, whilst the car is powered by electricity rather than petrol/diesel, pretty much everything else is the same. You are also still in control of the car, meaning you are a potential hazard to others on the road.

Can an electric car go through a car wash?

One in 26 people (3.9%) believe you cannot take an EV through a car wash. The electrical systems within an electric car are sealed to prevent and withstand water, so, for the one in 25 people that believe you cannot take an EV through a car wash, washing a car, whether that be at home or at an automatic car wash, is totally safe. 

Did you know that EVs actually perform better than regular petrol and diesel-powered cars when it comes to water? This is thanks to not having the need for an air intake, where water can get in and damage the engine.

Can an electric car shock you?

One in 29 people (3.4%) believe EVs can give you an electric shock. Whether you’re the driver, a passenger or recharging, you will not be in any danger of an electric shock when in or around your electric car. The electrical components that make up your EV are fully protected. If there were to be a fault detected that could possibly put you in harm’s way, the car would immediately and automatically stop any flow of electricity to the battery.

Do electric cars have brakes?

According to Leasing Options’ survey, one in 36 people (2.8%) believe EVs do not have brakes. This is another EV myth. Yes, electric cars do have brakes, however, where the confusion may occur is that they work slightly differently from those found on petrol/diesel cars. EVs come with hydraulic brakes, just like any other car, but also have brake-by-wire technology, which electrically powers the brakes too.

An electric car needs standard hydraulic brakes as regenerative braking does not slow an EV very quickly. So, if a potential incident occurs, the electric brakes may not solely be able to stop your vehicle quick enough, which is where the hydraulic brakes come in.

Are electric cars safe in the rain?

Electric cars have been designed to work in a wide range of operating conditions, including wet-weather conditions, especial when living in the UK. It’s safe to use them as well as charge them when it’s raining, as EVs are purposefully engineered to withstand rain and water intrusion.

In a recent interview, Nissan’s North American senior manager for zero emissions technology development, Jonathon Ratliff, claimed that the electrical system of a Nissan LEAF was rated to be safe while it was submerged in water at 1 meter for 30 seconds, meaning that charging or running your EV in the rain should never be an issue.

Can you get struck by lightning in an electric car?

An electric car is just as safe as any other regular car when it comes to lightning. If you were to be hit by lightning, electric cars are designed to make the charge travel through the external body and then pass safely to the ground, protecting the driver and any passengers that may be in the car at the time.

How do electric cars reverse?

Electric cars function by using a motor instead of an engine, meaning there are no gears. In an electric car, when you want to go backwards instead of forwards, all that happens is the motor spins backwards instead of forwards, which in turn reverses the car instead of moving it forwards.

How are electric vehicles powered?

Electric vehicles are powered by electricity. They work by simply plugging them into a charge point, which can be found all over the country as well as at your home if you purchase one. The electricity comes from the national power grid and is then stored in your vehicle’s rechargeable batteries. These are then used to power an electric motor, which then turns the wheels.

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Automotive Interior Trims Market Size Will Achieve 3.6% CAGR from 2022 To 2032

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Interior Trims Market Size

The global automotive interior trims market size is expected to be valued at US$ 13.64 Billion in 2022 and exhibit growth at a CAGR of 3.6% in the forecast period (2022-2032).

According to a report by Fact.MR, sales in the global automotive interior trims market are projected to reach US$ 19.4 Billion in 2032. Trend of carpooling and rising demand for self-driving vehicles are likely to push the need for comfortable cabin designs, which would augment growth.

As per a study published by the University of California, carpooling can help private and public sector employees to reduce capital costs of nearly US$ 15,000 to US$ 45,000 per parking space in the U.S. They can also lower operational costs of about US$ 360 to US$ 2,000 per parking space annually.

Vehicle type, the battery electric vehicles segment is anticipated to remain at the forefront through 2032. Surging demand for environmentally friendly mobility solutions to reduce pollution is expected to boost sales of battery electric vehicles globally.

Further, supportive government schemes and initiatives to promote the adoption of sustainable vehicles by eliminating conventional polluting vehicles from roads is set to fuel growth. High demand for quieter cabins and luxury in battery electric vehicles to elevate driving experience is also expected to aid growth.

               
Besides, surging adoption of powered seats in battery electric vehicles and high demand for aftermarket seating solutions are set to augment growth. In April 2022, for instance, Maruti announced that it is planning to launch the Maruti Suzuki XL6 MPV with numerous additional features, including ventilated seats for the driver and front passenger in India.

Both seats will have seat-cooling functionality, which is a highly sought-after feature for Indian cars owing to the country’s climatic condition. Similar innovative product launches by key players in various parts of the globe to cater to specific needs are likely to push growth.

Which Material Type is Most Widely Used for Automotive Interior Trims?

“Increasing Demand for Luxurious & Comfortable Seats Driving Sales of Leather Automotive Interior Trims”

Seats, door trims, pillar trimmings, headliners, and other segments make up the automotive interior trims market.

Since seats are an integral part of every passenger or commercial vehicle, the seating category is predicted to account for the largest share of the automotive interior market over the coming years.

The need for comfort and luxury as well as the increase in vehicle production is driving market growth. The seat has a big impact on the driving and passenger experience, and leather is most widely used for this purpose.

Modern technology enables intelligent sitting adjustment, adaptive comfort, and several other features. Faurecia recently created a cutting-edge seat cover-specific cover carving tech.

Key Takeaways from Automotive Interior Trims Market Study

Europe automotive interior trims market is expected to generate nearly 21.6% of share in 2022.

·         North America is projected to account for 17.5% of the global automotive interior trims market share in 2022.

·         Based on material, the leather segment is set to hold the lion’s share on the back of rising demand for luxurious driver and passenger seating experience.

·         Top 3 countries in the global automotive interior trims market are anticipated to generate a share of 42.6% in the forthcoming years (2022-2032).

·         In terms of end user, the OEM segment is expected to witness fastest growth over the upcoming decade.

Competitive Landscape

The global automotive interior trims market is highly competitive with the presence of a large number of companies. They are investing huge sums in research and development activities to come up with cutting-edge products that would meet government norms.

Meanwhile, a few other companies are aiming to enhance the quality of their existing product portfolios to attract a large consumer base. For instance,

·         In June 2022, Hyundai announced that it has updated the interior trim of Creta and it will now receive a piano-black finish around the center console and infotainment system. The old models only had a dull plastic finish. The newly launched model’s steering wheel will also get piano-black inserts.

·         In January 2022, Adriano Di Marti, a maker of sustainable and environmentally friendly organic leather based in Mexico, introduced Mercedes Vision EQXX at the CES 2022 show. The new seats are upholstered with an automotive material called Dessertex that is made from cactus.

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Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions highlights pump solutions for electric
vehicle lithium-ion battery production

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Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions (WMFTS) highlights its range of pumps ideal for 

a variety of manufacturing processes used in producing lithium-ion batteries for electric 

vehicles. On offer are Bredel hose pumps and Bredel APEX products, which provide 

constant production cycle efficiency and help manufacturers meet ever-more demanding 

battery production schedules. 

Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions (WMFTS) highlights its range of pumps ideal for 

a variety of manufacturing processes used in producing lithium-ion batteries for electric 

vehicles. On offer are Bredel hose pumps and Bredel APEX products, which provide 

constant production cycle efficiency and help manufacturers meet ever-more demanding 

battery production schedules. 

Bredel hose pumps are ideal for use in the ball milling process used in manufacturing  

lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) batteries. Unlike older air-operated double-diaphragm 

pump (AODD) pump technology, Bredel hose pumps are not affected by slurry viscosity, 

which ensures greater production cycle efficiency. The pumps run at 20 revolutions per 

minute in continuous 24/7 operation as part of a computer-controlled process. The Bredel 

pump also reduces wear to the ball/seats that can result in leakage, causing increased 

downtime and repair costs.  

Bredel APEX hose pumps are ideal for use in transferring liquid chemicals from raw material 

tanks to reaction tanks at stable flow rates for production of battery-grade cobalt tetroxide 

and high-purity battery-grade cobalt sulphate. The pumps are designed to operate 24 hours 

for 7-10 day periods and are supplied with optimum hose elements. With their seal-less, 

valve-less design, APEX pumps are engineered for a more competitive price/performance 

ratio in comparison with high-pressure hose pumps and are designed to suit all dosing, 

metering and transfer applications with unmatched flow stability. 

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Mahindra unveils five Electrifying SUVs under two brands based on thepurpose-built INGLO platform

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INGLO platform
Up to 250 kW power in All-Wheel Drive intending to take you from 0-100 km/h in 5-6 seconds.

Incredible Fast Charging
Next-generation battery science charging up to 80% in less than 30 minutes.

Mahindra & Mahindra, India’s leading SUV manufacturer,
today unveiled its new state-of-the-art INGLO EV platform and five e-SUVs under two EV
brands showcasing its vision for the future of electric mobility.
Mahindra’s vision is to lead the electric mobility revolution in India by bringing authentic electric SUVs with cutting-edge technology, through the three key strategic pillars of Brand, Design and Technology.

Bringing alive the sport in electric SUVs, Mahindra unveiled two new brands, created specifically to house the company’s EV portfolio – Iconic brand XUV with the Twin Peak logo in Copper and the all-new electric-only brand called BE.


The iconic brand XUV will host a range of products that builds upon the Mahindra legacy while
embracing the future. With a sophisticated futuristic design, pulsating performance and
dynamic innovation, it is targeted at customers who have the passion to live life beyond
boundaries while making a difference.


The bold, evocative and exhilarating BE brand, with its audacious new design language will
target customers who want to define their life’s journey their own way while making a
difference: A brand that will let customers be who they want to be.
The manifestation of these two brands have been showcased via five e-SUVs: the XUV.e8,
XUV.e9, BE.05, BE.07 and BE.09. The first four of these are to be launched between 2024 and 2026.

Design:
Common to these SUVs is the Mahindra new Heartcore design philosophy – a blend of
unmissable presence, inner strength and attitude. Breaking new ground, these all-new e-SUVs will create an electrifying presence, both on the road and off it, while retaining the Mahindra core SUV heritage.

INGLO Technology:
Indian at heart and global in its reach, the INGLO platform encapsulates progressive battery
technology, platform architecture, brain power and human machine interface. The name also
symbolizes the flow and exchange of energy and emotion, a GLO of well-being, a system that brings complete harmony.
The cutting-edge INGLO platform will underpin all the Mahindra EVs going forward. The
purpose-built platform will pack intuitive, intelligent and immersive innovations that will serve
as the backbone of the Mahindra EV architecture and is the heart of its ultimate human-machine interface.
INGLO offers class-leading safety standards, exhilarating performance, excellent range and
efficiency, exemplary driving dynamics, versatility and intelligent HMI. INGLO also delivers a
multi-sensorial driving experience with a futuristic, augmented reality-enabled heads-up display, edge-to-edge screen, 5G network capability and Over-The-Air updates that will keep the EVs as good as new.

Dr Anish Shah, Managing Director & CEO, Mahindra Group, said, “We are proud and delighted
to showcase our Born Electric vision. It provides a strategic direction that is in line with our core philosophy of ‘Rise’ – to be an organisation that will be counted among the best in the world and at the same time rise for our planet to fight against climate change. Mahindra will offer customers future-ready technology, head-turning design, world-class products and the benefits of global partnerships. By 2027, we expect that a quarter of the SUVs we sell will be electric.”

Rajesh Jejurikar, Executive Director – Auto and Farm Sectors, Mahindra & Mahindra, said, “Our vision of Born Electric is underpinned by the future-ready INGLO platform, two new exciting brands and the Heartcore design philosophy. The five electric SUVs provide a powerful glimpse of our strategic direction and hews to the Mahindra attitude of a racing spirit and the attitude of adventure.
We aim to not only electrify the roads but also the hearts and minds of SUV aficionados in India and
around the world.”

INGLO PLATFORM CAPABILITIES

1. Endless Adaptability
INGLO offers endless adaptability, an optimised architecture that gives rise to modular and
scalable design, and allows Mahindra to create electric SUVs that fit consumer desires and
lifestyles. Other than the versatility of INGLO, it also offers significant reduction in
underbody weight, leading to one of the lightest skateboards.

2. Hyper Efficiency
A giant leap in battery science with safe and robust LFP chemistry, Mahindra electric
vehicles will follow a common battery pack design with lean modules and standardised cell-
to-pack technology using two different cutting-edge cell architectures – Blade and
Prismatic. Offered with options ranging from 60-80 kWhr battery capacity, protected for
an incredible 175 kW fast-charge and charging up to 80% in less than 30 minutes. The
intelligent and efficient Battery Management System with high precision, enhanced
robustness and functional safety will deliver improved range, longevity and safety. Its high
number of charge-discharge cycles coupled with a long lifespan will also help reduce waste.

3. Exhilarating Performance
A compact all-in-one electric engine with motor-inverter-transmission integrated into a
single unit forms the powertrain, offered with both rear-wheel and all-wheel drive,
developing a remarkable 170-210 kW and a whopping 250-290 kW respectively. Standstill
to 100 kmph is promised in between 5 and 6 seconds.

4. Optimised Range
The exceptional performance is matched with an efficient powertrain and high-voltage
systems. The powertrain is optimised to offer class-leading range, with the added advantage
of an intelligent electronic brake system that offers best-in-class recuperation potential.
Enhanced aerodynamics, reduced rolling resistance with 5.5 RRC tires and sophisticated
zero-drag wheel bearings, high-efficiency cooling & HVAC system with minimal power
consumption and best-in-class low voltage power consumption contribute to the overall
efficiency.

5. Ultimate Vehicle Dynamics
A best-in-class semi-active suspension system provides not only excellent ride comfort but
also enhanced handling and an immersive sporty drive experience. The dual-pinion high-
power steering system ensures feather-light steering efforts, excellent returnability and
precise control. The brake-by-wire technology is completely decoupled from the hydraulic
system; this allows multiple brake modes for pedal feel and recuperation. Those behind the
wheel will enjoy the Intelligent Drive Modes that govern various aspects including
modulation of powertrain response, suspension response, brake feel, electronic stability
control intervention and many more features at the touch of a button. The aim is to make
the SUV and the driver to be one.

6. Class-leading Safety
Being a leader in vehicle safety, the new Mahindra electric SUVs are designed to meet the
highest vehicle safety norms and utmost safety for batteries such as GNCAP and not just
limited to regulatory compliance. All the e-SUVs will come with a structural cage around the
passenger cabin specially designed for reduced passenger injury. The frontal design of the
Body-In-White is enhanced with three load paths and a multi-piece dash panel with
reinforcement and very importantly-excellent battery protection is ensured by ultra-high
strength boron steel. The new e-SUVs are tested at the world’s largest battery development
and testing centre. With 5 Radars-1 Vision ADAS architecture, INGLO is futureproofed up
to L2+ autonomy.

7. Versatile Spaces
Slim cockpits and a flat floor create generous and flexible interiors, giving control of seat
configurability and space versatility such as frunk and trunk storage. With Vehicle To Load
(V2L) functionality, the car can be turned into a portable power bank, allowing you to charge
your phone or laptop, or take any household appliance on the road with you.

8. HMI: Next-level Brain-power
INGLO boasts a complex neural network of built-in intelligence that performs millions of
reactions and decisions per second. Leapfrogging to a centralised computation structure
with three high performance computers, provides for an integrated computational platform
to deploy right down to micro. INGLO leverages the cloud seamlessly by implementing an
embedded 5G network capability and keeps vehicles as good as new through Over The Air
updates (SOTA + FOTA). Latest systems of chips from global semiconductor vendors
contribute to move to up-to-date tech nodes of semiconductor wafer processes: 200K
DMIPS computing power via Dual Octa-core processor and offering 1920 x 720 pixels HD
resolution. Aided by strong software partners to deliver world-class product features.

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First glimpse of the interior of the new EQE SUV

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Mercedes-EQ. EQE SUV. Interieur. Mercedes-EQ. EQE SUV. Interior.

The EQE SUV is the multi-purpose variant of the EQE executive saloon, available just like this latter model with the key innovations of the EQS yet at the same time more dynamic than the EQS SUV. In terms of headroom and legroom, as well as elbow room, the five-seater EQE SUV is one of the most spacious representatives of its class. The EQE SUV celebrates its world premiere on 16 October 2022.

Mercedes-EQ. EQE SUV. Interior.

The EQE SUV is based on the large electric platform from Mercedes‑EQ. On top of this it boasts an interior that has been consistently digitalised. The optionally available MBUX Hyperscreen implements this to impressive effect. The entire instrument panel is one ultimate widescreen. The high-resolution screens merge seemingly seamlessly under a single glass cover.

The dominant outer vents have a turbine design. They deliberately play on the theme of hyperanalogue through the contrast between high-tech precision mechanics and digital, glass display world. The front section of the centre console joins the instrument panel and is free-standing in space. The vent band from the cockpit is visually continued in the front doors. A floating control cluster with integrated door opener and seat controls takes over the functional interpretation of formerly purely decorative elements.

Avantgarde as well as traditional materials and colours give the interior a special atmosphere. Five co-ordinated colour combinations underscore the generous sense of spaciousness. The EQE SUV is immersed in a progressive and luxurious world of colour comprising warm and cool tones (e.g. the warm, modern balao brown combines with technoid-looking neva grey and biscay blue/black).

A hybrid trim element brings together the warmth of wood with the technical coolness of real aluminium. The trim in an anthracite 3D relief-look finish, on the other hand, features fine metal pigments. The laser-cut trim element backlit with the Mercedes‑Benz pattern also creates a special ambience.

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