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Sven Brehler discusses an often-overlooked part of electric vehicle construction


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he global electric vehicle (EV) industry is expanding rapidly, with 60% year-on- year increases and sales


growing to 2.1 million units in 2018 according to McKinsey. As a result, advanced technology is now a top priority for competing OEMs and the role of fasteners is crucial.


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around the world are under pressure to innovate as a result of rising cost pressures, with trends such as lightweighting, autonomous driving and electromobility growing apace. Suppliers into Tier 1 are


increasingly required to come up with technical innovations for fasteners


that work harder and ‘smarter’ that can be produced quickly and cost- effectively. The key fastening applications


within the automotive market include sub-Tier 1 manufacturers such as those within seating, powertrain, thermal management and HVAC, including high-end performance


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