Green Car Congress

JUNE 6, 2018

Mercedes-Benz Cars is starting construction of its first “Full-Flex Plant“ in Kecskemét, Hungary, about 90 km in the south of Budapest. With an investment of one billion euros, we are building in Hungary the first ‘Full-Flex Plant’ in the global production network of Mercedes-Benz Cars.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 13, 2021

This acceleration in new capacity collectively totals 560 kt—equivalent to a 67% increase in the nameplate industry capacity that existed at the end of 2020 (830kt). From January to May 2021, more than a dozen new projects and expansions have been reported globally, Roskill said.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 3, 2023

Shanghai Automotive Industry Corporation Motor, Volvo Cars, and Volkswagen. In addition, they plan to build a mid-to-long term strategic cooperative relationship in the Chinese electric vehicle market. Sunwoda’s major customers for its batteries include Geely Auto Group, Dongfeng Cummins Engine Co.,

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 13, 2022

Published at the BNEF Summit Bali , the ranking sees Canada rise to the second spot this year, which reflects its large raw material resources and mining activity, as well as its good positioning in environmental, social and governance factors (ESG) and infrastructure, innovation, and industry.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 23, 2022

billion) to build a 11 GWh cell plant in Arizona ( earlier post ), while Mercedes-Benz announced a battery partnership project with Envision AESC, with plans for a 30 GWh plant to be located in Kentucky ( earlier post ). LG Energy Solutions said it would invest KRW 1.7 trillion (US$1.4 LG Energy Solutions said it would invest KRW 1.7

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 30, 2014

The automotive industry is widely viewed as being the industry in which the greatest volume of advanced composite materials will be used in the future to produce light vehicles. The global automotive industry is currently facing great challenges, such as CO 2 emissions and safety issues. Source: University of Sunderland.

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Cars That Think

MARCH 12, 2025

There, d elegations from Azerbaijan, Georgia, Hungary, and Romania finalized an ambitious plan: to generate up to 6 gigawatts of clean energy in the Caucasus region, run the electricity through a cable along the bottom of the Black Sea, and deliver it to Europe. Both of these efforts would take a massive, not-yet-secured financial investment.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 14, 2012

GM Opel’s aim is to take an industry lead, not just with fuel consumption and emissions but also with specific torque and noise reduction. Production at the Szentgotthardt plant in Hungary will begin in late 2012. Power builds up very smoothly and quietly —director of gasoline engines, Thomas Johnen.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 9, 2017

Promotion of the Yangtze River Children's Environment Summit and Cherry Blossom Relay, and building a Biodiversity Conservation Network. Protecting highly important floodplain habitats in Hungary within the Tisza Floodplain. WWF Hungary. Building hometowns where insects can thrive. Climate Change.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 16, 2022

The VERBIO Nevada (Iowa) Biorefinery began producing renewable natural gas (RNG) on an industrial scale in December 2021. The integration of RNG and ethanol production, unique to VERBIO, incorporates advanced operational technology to build on the company’s successful experiences in Europe.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 29, 2017

Building on the experience gained during the series production of electric vehicles at the location, the workforce is being prepared for the new models and further technological developments with comprehensive training programs. Having met all the requirements, the Rastatt team is ready for the challenges. Earlier post.)

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 18, 2016

Building upon the complementary scope and portfolio of the partners, the joint venture will provide substantial synergies in manufacturing and sourcing and create a base for sustained growth and profitability. —Jacques Aschenbroich, Chairman and CEO of Valeo. The project is subject to consultation of the employee representatives.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 22, 2022

Ford expects a compound annual growth rate for EVs to exceed 90% through 2026, more than double forecasted global industry growth. Ford is building on agreements tied to its 600,000 run rate milestone and is taking them even further. Driving to more than 2 million EVs by late 2026.

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Teslarati

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

It opened facilities in Thailand this year and announced plans to build a production site in Hungary in the next three years. BYD executive dubs Tesla a “very respected industry peer” amid EV transition Nuevo Leon and Bajio are the tope candidates for BYD’s Latin American EV production plant. Latin America is BYD’s next target.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 15, 2020

The compact SUV EQB will be the first purely electrically powered production vehicle from Hungary and will complement the plug-in hybrid portfolio consisting of the CLA and CLA Shooting Brake. This is possible because the company made early investments worldwide in flexibility and technical equipment with future-oriented Industry 4.0

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 19, 2016

At its Győr engine plant in Hungary, Audi is developing a possible future production process for the electric drive motor to be used in the 2018 C-BEV. Modular assembly uses 19 island stations, some of which are used several times within the build process. Győr is also the Audi Technology Center for Electric Drives.)

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Cars That Think

MAY 3, 2024

There are now 30 chapters outside the United States, including ones recently established at universities in Ecuador, Hungary, and India. New chapters in Ecuador, Hungary, and India Several chapters have been established in recent months. Global expansion resulted from the merger of North America–based HKN with IEEE in 2010.

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Teslarati

MARCH 20, 2022

Stellantis partner Samsung SDI hinted at the possibility of building a new EV battery factory in the United States. During InterBattery 2022, Samsung SDI CEO Choi Yoon-ho said that the company might build a new EV battery company in the U.S., Last year, Samsung SDI considered building a plant near Rivian’s factory in Normal, IL.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

This also prevents over-supply enabling charge point operators to turn a profit, sustaining its industry. The bottom overall countries in the HERE – SBD Automotive EV Index: (21) Italy (22) United Kingdom (23) Hungary (24) Romania (25) Ireland (26) Poland (27) Lithuania (28) Greece (29) Malta (30) Cyprus.

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 17, 2024

BYD only sold 4,140 cars in Germany in 2023, but is looking for 10% market share after its factory in Hungary starts production in a few years. And BYD is looking to make some serious moves in Europe, and now that it will be building EVs in Hungary in the next couple of years. Meanwhile, Tesla shares were down 1.6%

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Baua Electric

AUGUST 16, 2024

The rationale behind the new tariffs is that the Chinese government has unfairly subsidized its auto industry, enabling Chinese automakers to sell EVs at prices European brands can’t match. BYD has established a factory in Hungary. In June, the EU announced import tariffs on Chinese EVs ranging from 17.4%

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Push EVs

JULY 21, 2022

July 21, 2022 – Building on strong demand for its new EVs, Ford today announced a series of initiatives for sourcing battery capacity and raw materials that light a clear path to reach its targeted annual run rate of 600,000 electric vehicles by late 2023 and more than 2 million by the end of 2026. DEARBORN, Mich.,

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Baua Electric

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

With “the highest energy density in the bus industry,” CATL claims its new EV battery can last 15 years and 1.5 Over the weekend, CATL released its new “tailor-made” battery for the bus industry. With 175 Wh/kg, CATL claims its new Tianxing Bus battery leads the industry. million kilometers (932,000 miles).

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Baua Electric

MARCH 12, 2024

BYD aims for a 5% share of EV sales in Europe, even before production begins in Hungary. The facility will build electric cars with battery packs built in Hungary. The Hungary plant will be able to build 150,000 vehicles a year with the ability to double output to 300,000 eventually.

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Baua Electric

MARCH 14, 2024

SAIC is currently evaluating whether to build a factory in Europe. As well as finding ways to reach new customers, MG needs to focus on building out a car servicing network to strengthen loyalty, the MG spokesperson said. SAIC is currently evaluating whether to build a factory in Europe.

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 17, 2024

BYD only sold 4,140 cars in Germany in 2023, but is looking for 10% market share after its factory in Hungary starts production in a few years. And BYD is looking to make some serious moves in Europe, and now that it will be building EVs in Hungary in the next couple of years.

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Baua Electric

DECEMBER 10, 2024

European OEM Stellantis has announced a new joint venture with the worlds largest battery manufacturer CATL, to build a large-scale lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery plant at one of the formers existing production sites.

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Baua Electric

OCTOBER 30, 2024

It’s official: The European Union is moving ahead with increased tariffs on Chinese-made EVs to as much as 45.3% – in an effort to save its auto industry from total demise. Subsidized solar panels have also wiped out European solar producers , and European governments are hoping the auto industry can avoid the same fate.

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 2, 2024

million people (and a countless number of factory robots) work in the electric vehicle industry as the country surges ahead in its EV transition. It is building an assembly plant in Hungary and has opened dealerships in Germany, Norway, and Sweden. In China, some 1.5 BYD alone employs some 30,000 employees in China.

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 22, 2024

But now China has said it will “rein in” some of its huge EV expansive in response to criticism of “unfair” industrial and trade policies. There are also some disorderly competition behaviors,” Xin Guobin, vice-minister of industry and information technology, told the Financial Times. What that means is anyone’s guess.

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Baua Electric

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

With momentum building, China’s EV leader is drastically ramping up production and expanding its workforce to meet the higher demand. The company opened its first manufacturing plant in Thailand this summer, with several more planned in Hungary, Turkey, Brazil, and Mexico. After selling a record 1.1 billion (RMB 11.6 billion (RMB 201.1

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Baua Electric

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Chinese EV automaker Build Your Dreams (BYD) continues demonstrating why it should be a name on your radar. To meet its growing demand, BYD has bolstered its EV production lines and recently reported another impressive milestone, building one million vehicles in less than a year.

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Baua Electric

AUGUST 16, 2024

China’s leading automaker, BYD , is reportedly planning to build yet another EV factory overseas as it looks to take on new global markets. It’s even cracking into Japan’s auto industry, a market dominated by Toyota. It’s also planning to build factories in Hungary, Brazil, and Turkey.

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Baua Electric

MARCH 28, 2024

Let the “liberation battle” begin After declaring a “liberation battle” against gas-powered cars earlier this year, BYD, or Build Your Dreams, is putting pressure on overseas rivals. By building nearly all vehicle components, including batteries, in-house, BYD has a major advantage over rivals. Its main target is gas-powered vehicles.

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Baua Electric

OCTOBER 30, 2024

As a result, both Europe and the US have recently imposed large tariffs on Chinese EVs, fearing that Chinese cars will undercut domestic industry with lower manufacturing costs. Several Chinese automakers are already considering building factories in Europe in order to localize production and bypass tariffs, including BYD , Geely and XPeng.

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Baua Electric

JULY 10, 2024

Bloomberg) Chinese auto sales slumped in June as the domestic economy remained sluggish, but buoyant exports offset the decline at home, an industry association said Wednesday. BYD , the country’s largest EV maker, opened a plant in Thailand last week and plans to build factories in Brazil, Hungary and Turkey.

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Baua Electric

APRIL 20, 2024

Building momentum over the first few years of operation, the company diversified into the production of car tyres in 1912. The unique cultivar of the Kanwar Tulip was specially bred by Jan Ligthart, and the first batch were grown at Den Helder, north of Amsterdam.

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