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[SMM Express] According to reports, Toyota announced that its first mass-produced EV, scheduled for launch in 2026, will adopt front and rear dual integrated casting technology. Toyota initiated the integrated casting project in September 2022, installing large-scale casting machines at its Japanese plants for prototyping EV parts. The company aims to achieve a global sales target of 1.5 million EVs by 2026. As a core strategy, integrated casting technology is expected to halve production steps and reduce manufacturing equipment costs. The next-generation Lexus LF-ZC, also planned for launch in 2026, will also utilize this technology.

[SMM Express] According to reports, following BMW's first adoption of the TURBU-DURCK die-casting process for mass-producing aluminum alloy wheels on the M5 model in 2025, Mercedes-Benz also introduced the TURBUDRUCK die-casting technology for mass-producing aluminum alloy wheels on its new S-Class model launched on January 29, 2026. Relying on an AI-supported software solution for autonomous regulation and using 100% recycled materials, the technology can produce popular and high-end wheel hubs under 24 inches. Through an economical dual-plate mold solution and die-casting machines with a clamping force ranging from 1,300 to 1,800 metric tons, the production of aluminum and magnesium alloy wheel hubs can be achieved.

[SMM Express] It is reported that recently, the construction of the Phase II production workshop of Wuhu Yongda Technology Co., Ltd., located in the Lindu Intelligent Connected Vehicle Science and Technology Park in Xuzhen Town, Nanling County, Wuhu City, Anhui Province, is accelerating. It is currently in the critical final stage of equipment debugging, preparing for full production commencement in February.