Umicore draws capex flak
The European battery metals processor remains under fire despite reining in spending
Supply chain insight, including batteries, semiconductors and other EV specific components
Firm promises six-minute 80pc SOC charging as OEM testing begins. But BEVs will have to wait in line
But energy storage is set to the initial beneficiary and even then in the medium term
Another plank in European OEM’s ‘anti-Chinese invasion’ strategy will be distinctly Chinese in flavour
Ford and Hyundai battery partner to try to play catch up on China-dominated chemistry
Agreement with Nevada firm will establish localised circular recycling of end-of-life HEV cells
Brussels hails legislation as ‘securing the EU’s supply and sovereignty’
Oil major to lean on its subsurface expertise to expand a foothold in critical mineral mining
Turkish partner nixes deal with Ford and LGES citing low EV demand
Bus and truck challenger’s tech salvaged by Swedish OEM
Avoiding stranded assets is tough in a market experiencing fast-paced change
Proprietary ‘clean earth magnet’ promises reduced costs and greater supply chains security
IRA hits demand for Musk-led firm's pricier options
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