To meet the need to increase the driving mileage of Electrical Vehicles (EVs), 
Aluminium China and its sister show Lightweight Asia in July, held in Shanghai 
by Reed Exhibitions, will showcase leading auto-aluminum brands committed to 
reducing the weight of next-generation EVs. 

While it is predicted that by 2020, the annual output of EVs in China alone 
will reach 2.42 million with 244 different models, representing an annual 
growth rate of 41%, 'mileage concern' still puts off many potential consumers. 

Reducing the weight of EVs is the best way to break the mileage barrier and 
motivate consumers to adopt them in greater numbers. It is estimated that for 
every 100kg saved, an EV can increase its mileage by 10-11%, reduce its battery 
cost by 20% and save 20% daily worn-out costs. And the most important factor to 
achieve so-called lightweighting is through developing light materials.

Aluminium is considered to be one of the most important lightweight materials 
to be used on cars. In 2016, SAE-China released its energy efficiency and EV 
roadmap, which indicated that the average car weight will be reduced by 20% by 
2025, with an average usage of aluminum alloy of 250kg per car. 

The use of aluminum alloys helps to reduce car weight by 30-50% compared with 
steel, while also ensuring strength and robustness. Aluminum alloy parts are 
resistant to rusting, adapt to production, processing and repairs, and are easy 
to be recycled. All these features simplify processes and reduce costs, 
reflected in the growing use of aluminum alloys by companies such as Tesla, BMW 
and Audi along with Chinese car makers including BYD, JAC and BAIC.

In its 15th year, Aluminium China and Lightweight Asia will feature global 
companies such as Constellium, Novelis and Nikkeikin. In addition, leading 
Chinese aluminum suppliers will also be featured, including Chalco, Alnan, PMI, 
Kam Kiu, Giant, Hoshion, Mingtai, Qianliang and Runhua.

Over 600 companies will be featuring their latest auto lightweight materials, 
processing technologies and solutions at Aluminium China and Lightweight Asia 
from 10 to 12 July in Shanghai. International visitors can obtain VIP tickets, 
free-of-charge business matchmaking and local factory visits provided by 
organizer Reed Exhibitions, by signing up at the official website. 
www.aluminiumchina.com/en or www.lightweightasia.com/en/

Media Contact:
Julia Zhu
Tel: +86-10-5933-9054
Email: julia.zhu@reedexpo.com.cn
www.aluminiumchina.com/en 
www.lightweightasia.com/en 

SOURCE Reed Exhibitions