One of the most pressing topics in 2024 for Governments across the globe is the Net-Zero coalition. Net-Zero coalition is a global effort that began in 2015 to cut carbon emissions to an amount that can be absorbed by nature, leaving zero in the atmosphere.
This desire for environmentally friendly change is due to extensive research around global warming. When the coalition was created, the earth was already 1.2 degrees warmer than it was in the late 1800s. As carbon emissions continue to rise, this coalition plans to keep the earth from warming any further than 1.5 degrees.
One of the topics surrounding pollution and promoting sustainability is the Automotive industry, specifically gas- and diesel-powered vehicles. Some of the innovative methods the industry has undertaken to reduce emissions are looking at sustainability within manufacturing plants, increasing longevity of vehicle components, and alternative methods for powering vehicles on the road.
Efforts to Promote Sustainability in the Automotive Industry
As vehicles will remain a necessary method of transport for billions of people, the Automotive industry has taken some key strides forward in helping to achieve the goals of the Net-Zero coalition. Continue reading to learn a few ways that these changes are being implemented in vehicles and plants around the world.
Lighter Materials
One large focus which has helped promote sustainability and limit pollution from gas-powered vehicles is designing them to be more fuel efficient. One of the most effective ways to do this is by making cars lighter, either by optimizing their weight with generative design or by choosing lighter weight materials.
The use of strong alloys to construct exteriors, shafts, axles and suspensions can aid in this shift to lightweight vehicles, due to the strength to weight ratio of certain premium stainless and nickel alloys. Visit our alloy pages aquí to learn about some of the premium options we can provide.
Recyclable Materials
Many Automotive corporations have leveraged the use of recyclable and sustainable materials in their manufacturing, to help reduce waste and create more environmentally friendly vehicles.
There are various new trends of reusable materials that are growing in popularity within the Automotive industry, from replacing petroleum products with bioplastics in some electric vehicles, to using recycled materials for interior textiles, and antimicrobial materials being used to reduce the need to use polluting cleansers.
As these trends continue, and more discoveries are made to help automakers choose sustainable and recycled materials, the overall carbon emissions in the Automotive manufacturing sector have continued to decrease.
Limiting Repair Requirements
One improvement that can be made to the industry of Automotive manufacturing is the focus on the longevity of car parts. The use of durable materials to construct parts that last longer and offer added reliability improves the overall environmental footprint of cars, as well as creates more trust from the consumer.
Focusing on the longevity of parts such as tires and interiors saves people money and time, while lessening the demand for new cars within only a few years. Durable coatings and corrosion resistant metals can help prevent rust damage and other wear and tear that shorten vehicle lifespan.
Check out our blog on our corrosion resistant metals aquí to explore how our manufacturing can help limit unwanted rust.
Automobile Manufacturing Plants
A carbon emission focus highlighted across various industries is emission reduction throughout the supply chain. Automotive manufacturers have been taking steps towards ensuring that their factories are as sustainable as possible. Some of the primary measures being taken include:
- Conserving water through more efficient technologies, and water recycling in factories
- Using Renewable Energy sources when applicable in auto production
- Advanced HVAC systems in plants that limit carbon emissions
Before cars even hit the road, the mass manufacturing required in this industry can already contribute heavily to the industry’s carbon emissions. These three adaptive measures, along with more which can be explored through more public-private coordination will continue to help this industry lean into a greener future.
Electric Vehicles
One of the biggest industry shifts happening in the 21st century is the growth and expansion of the Electric Vehicle industry.
The growth in demand for electric vehicles has led to slight alterations to their market and functionality, in order to try and cater to a wider range of consumers. Despite the EV market continuing to grow, it has not come without new environmental concerns and considerations. For example, the manufacturing of lithium batteries & their longevity are key concerns when discussing sustainability in the EV market.
With the hyperfocus on carbon emissions, and the growth in popularity of electric vehicles, this sector will continue to see manufacturing advancements to prioritize the environment. As more electric vehicles hit the road, and more companies get involved, the manufacturing process in EV focused plants will be a key to promoting sustainability and allowing Net-Zero coalition goals to be met.
How Central Wire’s Products Promote Sustainability Trends
Investing with Central Wire Group of Companies ensures the expertise and material capabilities required to create sustainable Automotive solutions. Our precision products can help improve efficiency and environmentally friendly solutions within factories, as well as offer lightweight, durable, corrosion resistant vehicle components that reduce the emissions created on the road.
The range of custom manufacturing capabilities from our specialty Bar Stock y Mecanizado CNC product lines allow us to meet the tight tolerances and durable material requirements of shafts, axles, engine components, fasteners, and many of the other small parts that make a big difference in an efficient and long-lasting vehicle.
Nuestra Asambleas de cable offer quality performance as mechanical linkages such as throttle controls, clutch controls and more. Our quality control from start to finish on both our fittings and cables means less risk of wear and tear and more trusted performance under repeated use.
Nuestra Automotor webpage lists all the product lines we manufacture that can handle the evolving challenges of this crucial industry, and the applications where the products can be found.
You can also visit our blog page aquí to learn more about industry trends and explore the rest of our sustainability focused content this month, as well as our other content on the industries we serve and the manufacturing capabilities we have.
