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BMW Group opens new automated steel pressing facility at Swindon plant

Green Car Congress

The building has numerous environmental features including water harvesting from the roof to provide water to all non-drinking water supplies. The time taken swap the pressing tools is significantly reduced too, from at least 30 mins, to a little over three minutes. The pressure which the new press can apply is 2,500 tonnes.

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Road Test: 2023 Volvo C40 Recharge Twin AWD Ultimate

Clean Fleet Report

The clean design is void of cladding, with the only bright-work to be found on the “C40” and “VOLVO” badging. The lift gate has a small spoiler with two air flow vents coming off the roof that disperse water from the rear window, replacing a wiper.