Composites in Electric Vehicle Production
Composites end markets: Automotive (2025)
Composites manufacturing intelligence drives circular economy solutions as automotive industry balances technical demands with sustainability mandates.
Stewart Mitchell
Contributing Writer
Aptera Motors initiates validation line for BinC solar electric vehicle
Next step toward scaled, repeatable manufacturing will support everything from materials handling to final fit and finish.
Read MoreAura Aero opens U.S. headquarters, first production line at Embry Riddle
Hybrid-electric regional aircraft company aims to open a second Florida site in 2028.
Read MoreBlueshift introduces AeroZero FTBs to thermal protection systems portfolio
The flame and thermal barriers (FTB) solutions are ideal for protecting EV battery modules and aerospace components that see indirect and direct exposure to flames.
Read MoreElectromagnetically transparent GFRP rotor for rare earth magnet-free electric motors
A research consortium within the Baden-Württemberg’s ICM research cluster has created a prototype GFRP wireless power transfer electric motor rotor.
Read MoreSABIC composite hybrid battery cover enhances EV safety, efficiency
SABIC collaborated with Engel, Siebenwurst, Forward Engineering, Ensinger and Envalior to develop a thermoplastic composite EV battery cover, combining strong structural performance, flame retardancy and design efficiency.
Read MorePolestar 3 sets World Record for longest electric SUV journey on single charge
Unmodified Polestar 3, which uses natural fiber composites in its interiors, achieves 935.44 kilometers on a single charge on U.K. public roads.
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Spanish startup to ramp up production of “recyclable” EV prototype
Liux’s BIG electric vehicle features multiple structural components manufactured via RTM from flax fabric and a thermoset resin said to enable the entire component to be recycled and reused again.
Hannah Mason
Technical Editor, CompositesWorld
Materials portfolio elevates composites scalability, sustainability
CAMX 2025: Scalable, eco-conscious mobility is Mitsubishi Chemical Group’s strategic focus, which it highlights through a display of materials from PAN precursor to prepregs, and an EV battery case demonstrator.
Read MoreKautex Textron wins BEV battery housing contract with automotive OEM
Order for full BEV lower battery housing unit will incorporate Kautex’s thermoplastic composite (TPC) Pentatonic battery enclosure product, which enhances thermal management and reduces vehicle weight.
Read MoreAZL launches three Joint Partner Projects, welcomes composites leaders participation
New initiatives kicking off mid-July 2025 explore fire testing safety for EV battery cases, holistic TPC pressure vessel strategies and exploring and quantifying composites in space and defense.
Read MoreSyensqo introduces orange-colored grades for critical EV components
Fiberglass-reinforced Amodel PPA HFFR-4133 OR resin combines safety and visibility to meet e-mobility’s high-voltage safety standards.
Read MoreThe new Slate truck costs less than $20,000, uses PP composite body panels
Stylish vehicle EV pickup model is supported by a simplified manufacturing process. It is also capable of customization from two seats to five seats.
Read MoreHTMS advances CMC strategy through LC3 project, EV battery box feasibility studies
LC3 project with Cranfield University and EV material development program with Raeon aim to develop a CMC supply chain in the U.K.
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Moving toward sustainable automotive parts manufacturing
How can the automotive supply chain prepare for future sustainability requirements? Tier 1 Kautex Textron discusses emissions reduction, design for circularity and transition to recycled/bio-based plastics.
Hannah Mason
Technical Editor, CompositesWorld
Kia, Bcomp bring circular composites to Concept EV2 vehicle
Kia Corp.’s latest entry-level electric vehicle anticipated for launch in 2026 showcases ampliTex bio-based materials, highlighting the potential for sustainable interior solutions in everyday vehicles.
Read MoreAlformet white paper examines untapped potential of TPC electric motor sleeves
The resource, geared toward electric motor and composites specialists, discusses rotor and stator sleeve design considerations, manufacturing insights and more.
Read MoreTrinseo demonstrates DLFT, PC for electric vehicle battery packs
The DLFT production process enhances polycarbonate’s performance qualities through high thermal stability that next-gen battery packs demand.
Read MoreSwancor applies EzCiclo recycling resin to Liux EV prototype
Cooperation with Spanish automotive startup has achieved automotive parts comprising EzCiclo RH512 thermoset resin and linen fiber that can be fully separated, adjusted and returned into circularity.
Read MoreOn the radar: Innovations in composite battery enclosures
A look at recently reported design, material and process innovations for composites-intensive battery enclosures, developed to support the ramp-up of EV and AAM vehicles.
Read MoreAsahi Kasei launches Lastan flame-retardant nonwoven for EV battery packs
Optimal protection against flames and particle blasts, the oxidized acrylic fiber material is suitable for various EV battery pack components to protect against thermal runaway events.
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SMC composites progress BinC solar electric vehicles
In an interview with one of Aptera’s co-founders, CW sheds light on the inspiration behind the crowd-funded solar electric vehicle, its body in carbon (BinC) and how composite materials are playing a role in its design.
Stewart Mitchell
Contributing Writer
Composites reinvent automotive
To celebrate National Composites Week, CW shares some of the latest innovations in automotive composites, from new process technologies to novel commercial applications.
Read MoreAZL announces follow-up projects on electromobility casings, thermal runaway
AZL continues series of projects to develop the next generation of battery casings for electromobility, encourages interested companies to join consortias before Sept. 11th kick-off.
Read MoreMito to introduce graphene to EV energy storage innovations
Project initiatives for a multifunctional adhesive and addressing EV battery challenges are expected to change the dynamics of energy storage adoption.
Read MoreBcomp ampliTex makes appearance in Cupra EV Cup Bucket seats
The entire Cupra Born VZ line-up features all-natural fiber front seats that highlight functionality, aesthetics and reduced CO2 emissions.
Read MoreAptera expands presence of solar electric vehicle into UAE
The UAE will provide an ideal environment to introduce the company’s solar-powered composites-intensive BinC vehicle internationally.
Read MoreComposites end markets: Batteries and fuel cells (2024)
As the number of battery and fuel cell electric vehicles (EVs) grows, so do the opportunities for composites in battery enclosures and components for fuel cells.
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