Reminder: ZEvRA Webinar on Regulatory & Standardisation Landscapes
There is still time to register for our upcoming webinar on the regulatory and standardisation framework shaping the future of circular vehicles in Europe. Date: 4th September 2026Time: 14:00 – 15:00 CETLocation: Online 💡 Key Topics:Key regulatory developments, including the ELV Directive, Waste Framework Directive, Waste Shipment Regulation, and REACH. How standardisation supports circularity requirements […]
How is EU legislation shaping the future of vehicle circularity?
As Europe moves towards a more sustainable automotive value chain, understanding changing regulations and standards is critical for manufacturers, suppliers, and industry stakeholders. Join us for the next edition of the ZEvRA Webinar Series, where we explore the regulatory and standardisation landscape driving circular vehicles! 📋 Title: The regulatory and standardisation landscape for circular vehiclesDate: […]
Stellantis: Advancing Circular Aluminium Through Mega-Casting
We continue our partner spotlight series with Stellantis, highlighting their work in advancing high-pressure die casting (HPDC) for structural vehicle applications within ZEvRA. Their work focuses on three key areas:Integrated Structural Components: Using mega-casting to combine multiple conventional parts into a single component, reducing welding, joining, and assembly operations. Smart Structural Design: Optimising wall thickness […]
Extended Call for Industry Case Studies
Submissions for Industry Case Studies for CIRMA 2026 will remain open until 31 August 2026. This dedicated track offers OEMs, Tier suppliers, technology providers, and industrial partners an international platform to showcase real-world implementations, deployment strategies, and circular solutions across the automotive value chain. We invite contributions covering: Publication: Accepted contributions will be included in […]
Graphene in Action – Exploring the potential of advanced materials
The GIANCE project has launched the Graphene in Action podcast series, bringing together researchers and industry experts from across Europe to discuss the development and application of graphene in different sectors. The first three episodes explore:Graphene Production – production approaches, scale-up and the challenges of moving graphene towards industrial applications. Graphene in Sensors – applications […]
Have you completed the ZEvRA stakeholder survey yet?
Professionals across the electric vehicle and circular economy ecosystem are invited to contribute their insights. The feedback collected will help inform the development of innovative solutions that support a more sustainable and circular EV value chain. The survey remains open, and contributions from relevant stakeholders are highly valued. Complete the survey here. Survey developed by […]
Round 2 Submissions Closed: Review Process Underway
The second call for abstracts for the Second International Conference on Circular Materials and Mobility (CIRMA 2026) is officially closed. Next Steps:The formal review process is now taking place, authors will receive notifications regarding abstract acceptance and full paper submission guidelines in accordance with the conference timeline. Accepted papers will be selected for presentation at […]
New Survey on Driving a More Circular and Sustainable Ecosystem for Electric Vehicles
ZEvRA partner VTT is conducting a survey to better understand the challenges, priorities, and opportunities surrounding circularity in the electric vehicle value chain. If you are involved in the automotive industry, research, material innovation, recycling, digitalisation, policy, or other areas related to sustainable mobility, we invite you to share your insights. Complete the survey here. […]
Final Day: Abstract Submissions Close Today for CIRMA 2026
oday, 31 July 2026, is the final deadline to submit your abstract for the Second International Conference on Circular Materials and Mobility (CIRMA 2026). Scheduled for 24–25 November 2026 at the Volkswagen Group Gläserne Manufaktur in Dresden, Germany, CIRMA 2026 brings together academic researchers, material scientists, and OEM decision-makers to present concrete, scalable solutions for […]
7 Days Remaining: Abstract Submissions for CIRMA 2026
The abstract submission deadline for the Second International Conference on Circular Materials and Mobility (CIRMA 2026) is fast approaching on 31 July 2026. Scheduled for 24–25 November 2026 at the VW Gläserne Manufaktur in Dresden, Germany, CIRMA 2026 brings together academic researchers, material scientists, and OEM decision-makers to present concrete, scalable solutions for circular automotive […]