The LEVIS event “From Concept to Reality: LEVIS’ Circular Lightweight EV Component Innovations” successfully took place on 5 December 2023, at Stuttgart Fair, within the EnLightEVs cluster event “Leading the Way in Innovative Lightweight EV Components” at the premises of the prestigious Global Automotive Components and Suppliers Expo (GACS) 2023. The event offered a remarkable opportunity to delve into the latest advancements in sustainable component manufacturing practices for Electric Vehicles.
At the event, representatives from LEVIS provided valuable insights into the development of real-case demonstrators utilizing advanced materials and innovative methodologies. Recognized speakers, including industry leaders from Marelli, Yeşilova, Mersen and Tofaş, and experts from renowned research institutions, imparted their expertise and shared their experiences.
Key Highlights:
- Insights into sustainable lightweight EV component innovations, including suspension control arm, battery holding set and cross car beam.
- Transformational impact of cutting-edge technology on the future of electric mobility.
- Convergence of eco-design, circular approaches, and advanced materials.
- Networking opportunities with industry experts and stakeholders propelling innovation within the electric vehicle sector.
Agenda EnLightEVs Cluster Event
| TIME | TOPIC |
| 08:30-09:00 | Registration |
| 09:00-09:15 | Welcome and Opening by Salima Abu Jeriban, Project Adviser for Clean Road Transport at the European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency |
| 09:15-11:15 | LEVIS Project From Concept to Reality: LEVIS’ Circular Lightweight EV Component Innovations |
| 11:15-11:30 | Coffee Break |
| 11:30-13:30 | ALMA Project Sustainable Lightweighting: Redefining future of E-Mobility with Circular Design and Advanced Materials for Passenger EVs |
| 13:30-14:30 | Lunch |
| 14:30-16:30 | REVOLUTION Project Embracing the Future: Digitalization of Light-weight and Sustainable EV Components |
| 16:30-16:45 | Coffee Break |
| 16:45-17:00 | FLAMINGo Project Lightweighting by strengthening Aluminium and expanding its use in Manufacturing of Automotive Components |
| 17:00-17:15 | Wrap Up by Salima Abu Jeriban |
GACS 2023
In addition to the event, LEVIS, together with the EnLightEVs projects, showcased its innovative developments at GACS during the entire expo duration from 5 – 7 December.
