Automakers step back from EVs in favor of hybrids, gas-powered vehicles
Before the second Trump administration, many automakers banked on an electrified future, with federal and state tax breaks incentivizing consumers.
Category: Decarbonization
Alcoa to upgrade Norway facility, increase scrap capabilities
The upgrades are expected to increase capacity by up to 75,000 metric tons, the company said in an announcement.
Class 8 surge, trailer slump complicates trucking recovery narrative
ACT Research and FTR Intelligence data showed Class 8 truck orders increased sharply in early 2026 even as trailer demand, OEM deliveries and manufacturer shipments remained weaker.
Join the conversations that matter next month in London at the industry’s independent meeting
The CRU World Aluminium Summit will bring many of the leading voices together from around the world to share expert insights into the forces driving the industry.
Join AMU for a Community Chat with CarbonChain on why CBAM matters to North American aluminum
The EU’s carbon border adjustment mechanism (CBAM) isn’t just talk anymore. It’s here and here to stay. What does it mean for North America? To answer that question, Nick Ogilvie, product manager and CBAM lead at CarbonChain, will join AMU for a Community Chat on Thursday, April 9, at 11 a.m. ET.
First CBAM Certificate price to be published April 7
Dates for rest of year announced
Join AMU for a Community Chat with CarbonChain on why CBAM matters to North American aluminum
The EU’s carbon border adjustment mechanism (CBAM) isn’t just talk anymore. It’s here and here to stay. What does it mean for North America? To answer that question, Nick Ogilivie, product manager and CBAM lead at CarbonChain, will join AMU for a Community Chat on Thursday, April 9, at 11 am ET.
Rio Tinto-Prysmian aluminum rod deal highlights tight North American redraw rod market
Rio Tinto's aluminum supply agreement with Prysmian highlights tightening redraw rod availability in North America as tariffs, smelter closures and cable demand reshape supply.
Can China succeed where Nigeria's ALSCON smelter failed?
Chinese firm GCL is exploring a 3 milllion-ton-per-year aluminum smelter in Nigeria, but historical failures and questionable capex estimates raise doubts.
Oklahoma smelter advances with power deal but energy prices are still tricky
The Oklahoma aluminum smelter project backed by Emirates Global Aluminium and Century Aluminum appears to be advancing toward a power deal, though elevated electricity costs and high Midwest premiums continue to complicate the economics.