Critical EV raw materials

Most readers will be aware of the current shortage of what we’ll call “computer chips” that are used today in all sorts of technological areas, but critically in car manufacturing. Compared with only a decade ago, most cars contain ten times as many such chips today, many of them involved in safety systems, communications, and […]

Bright Spark

In November last year, BMW announced it was moving production of its mighty eight and twelve cylinder engines from Germany to its plant at Hams Hall near Birmingham. On the face of it, that looks like a big vote of confidence in the British motor industry against the background of the uncertainty generated by Brexit […]

New hybrid Honda HR-V unveiled

Honda has unveiled the latest generation of its HR-V compact SUV, available with a two-motor e:HEV powertrain as standard for the first time. According to Honda, the all-new HR-V “delivers exceptional hybrid efficiency and advanced safety and technology features, all incorporated into a bold and sleek coupe-inspired form designed to enhance the class-leading interior space and comfort the nameplate is known for”.

Bright Spark

In November last year, BMW announced it was moving production of its mighty eight and twelve cylinder engines from Germany to its plant at Hams Hall near Birmingham. On the face of it, that looks like a big vote of confidence in the British motor industry against the background of the uncertainty generated by Brexit […]

New recycling deal for Honda EV and hybrid batteries

Honda Motor Europe is expanding its battery recycling partnership with SNAM (Société Nouvelle d’Affinage des Métaux) to advance the sustainable usability of its end-of-life traction batteries. The pan-European arrangement will see SNAM collect and recycle batteries from Honda’s increasing number of hybrid and electric vehicles and either potentially prepare them for ‘second-life’ renewable energy storage uses or extract valuable materials for recycling if they are not suitable for that purpose.