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Changes in the Automotive Sector Will Favor the Use of Steel Both in Vehicle Assembly and in Car Charging Points
The automotive sector has undergone a transformation in recent years, with electric cars already a reality in several countries, both due to environmental impact and autonomy. Various automakers already have some platform of electric vehicles in their catalog, and the automaker Volvo has imposed on itself to produce only electric cars starting this year.
The Reality of Electric Cars in Brazil and the World
Electric cars are already a reality in several countries. And in addition to causing changes in the fuel market, this automotive sector promises to also affect the steel industry; in 2018, the ABM (Brazilian Association of Metallurgy, Materials and Mining) predicted that by 2030, most automakers will have some platform of electric vehicles in their portfolios – the Swedish Volvo, for example, has imposed on itself to produce only electric cars starting this year.
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The 2026 electric Vitara arrives in Brazil and proves that Suzuki is not leaving: 4×4 traction, 184 hp, 61 kWh LFP battery, 293 km range, R$ 259,000, and a trunk capacity of 224 L.
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Hyundai has unveiled the Boulder, a square SUV with a body-on-frame design, 37-inch mud tires, and carriage-style doors that seems to be made to take on the Ford Bronco and the Scout Traveller in the United States.
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The Toyota Hilux is R$ 75.5 thousand cheaper and bets on the 2.8 turbodiesel engine with up to 204 hp and 50.9 kgfm to catch up with the VW Saveiro, which leads with 4,472 sales.
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The new Renault Koleos has a screen exclusively for the passenger that is invisible to the driver, heated rear seats, and 29 assistance systems, but its Chinese competitors cost R$ 40,000 less and deliver more power.
Part of this European movement is due to a proposed law that prohibits the sale of cars with internal combustion engines starting in 2035. However, those who believe that this action will not reverberate globally are mistaken: it is already speculated that the popularization of electric cars will increase the demand for electric steel and high-strength steel, in addition to stainless steel used to protect the batteries that equip hybrid cars.
According to Giovanni Marques da Costa, the marketing manager of Açovisa, the automotive industry is adapting to the new demands for low emissions and better cost-benefit for customers, who are increasingly demanding. This impacts the steel market in general. “A great example is the consumer preference shift from hatchback cars since the 2000s. Today, hatchbacks are the majority, but that hasn’t meant the steel sector has lost out.”
Electric Cars Boost the Steel Market
Although the structure of the electric car is almost identical to that of the “conventional” car, the major change is due to the electric motors and battery systems, as both utilize a chain of new steels, whether or not ferrous. Regarding the amount of steel used in the assembly of electric cars, it is lower in final weight, since there is no presence of a transmission system, fuel tank, and other elements and systems present in combustion cars, however, the amount of high-value-added steel is much greater, making the manufacturing cost of the electric car on average higher.
Thus, the final weight in kilograms of the electric vehicle is slightly below that of the combustion car, as the complete and large battery system compensates for the lack of elements present in the combustion car.
Costa also points out that in addition to the use of steel in the assembly of cars, other elements related to the electric car sector can offset this weight, such as the construction of thousands of charging stations throughout Brazil, most of which are made largely of steel.
About Açovisa
Açovisa has over 25 years of experience in the steel market and is considered one of the leaders in the national steel industry.
Its headquarters in Guarulhos, covering 15,000 m², is equipped with chemical and metallographic laboratories, in addition to cutting-edge equipment for conducting tests, analyses, and issuing documentation, such as quality certificates. It has 400 employees across more than 13 units, with a presence throughout Brazil.
Valdemar Medeiros
Formado em Jornalismo e Marketing, é autor de mais de 20 mil artigos que já alcançaram milhões de leitores no Brasil e no exterior. Já escreveu para marcas e veículos como 99, Natura, O Boticário, CPG – Click Petróleo e Gás, Agência Raccon e outros. Especialista em Indústria Automotiva, Tecnologia, Carreiras (empregabilidade e cursos), Economia e outros temas. Contato e sugestões de pauta: valdemarmedeiros4@gmail.com. Não aceitamos currículos!
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The automotive sector has undergone a transformation in recent years, with electric cars already a reality in several countries, both due to environmental impact and autonomy. Various automakers already have some platform of electric vehicles in their catalog, and the automaker Volvo has imposed on itself to produce only electric cars starting this year.
The Reality of Electric Cars in Brazil and the World
Electric cars are already a reality in several countries. And in addition to causing changes in the fuel market, this automotive sector promises to also affect the steel industry; in 2018, the ABM (Brazilian Association of Metallurgy, Materials and Mining) predicted that by 2030, most automakers will have some platform of electric vehicles in their portfolios – the Swedish Volvo, for example, has imposed on itself to produce only electric cars starting this year.
-
The 2026 electric Vitara arrives in Brazil and proves that Suzuki is not leaving: 4×4 traction, 184 hp, 61 kWh LFP battery, 293 km range, R$ 259,000, and a trunk capacity of 224 L.
-
Hyundai has unveiled the Boulder, a square SUV with a body-on-frame design, 37-inch mud tires, and carriage-style doors that seems to be made to take on the Ford Bronco and the Scout Traveller in the United States.
-
The Toyota Hilux is R$ 75.5 thousand cheaper and bets on the 2.8 turbodiesel engine with up to 204 hp and 50.9 kgfm to catch up with the VW Saveiro, which leads with 4,472 sales.
-
The new Renault Koleos has a screen exclusively for the passenger that is invisible to the driver, heated rear seats, and 29 assistance systems, but its Chinese competitors cost R$ 40,000 less and deliver more power.
Part of this European movement is due to a proposed law that prohibits the sale of cars with internal combustion engines starting in 2035. However, those who believe that this action will not reverberate globally are mistaken: it is already speculated that the popularization of electric cars will increase the demand for electric steel and high-strength steel, in addition to stainless steel used to protect the batteries that equip hybrid cars.
According to Giovanni Marques da Costa, the marketing manager of Açovisa, the automotive industry is adapting to the new demands for low emissions and better cost-benefit for customers, who are increasingly demanding. This impacts the steel market in general. “A great example is the consumer preference shift from hatchback cars since the 2000s. Today, hatchbacks are the majority, but that hasn’t meant the steel sector has lost out.”
Electric Cars Boost the Steel Market
Although the structure of the electric car is almost identical to that of the “conventional” car, the major change is due to the electric motors and battery systems, as both utilize a chain of new steels, whether or not ferrous. Regarding the amount of steel used in the assembly of electric cars, it is lower in final weight, since there is no presence of a transmission system, fuel tank, and other elements and systems present in combustion cars, however, the amount of high-value-added steel is much greater, making the manufacturing cost of the electric car on average higher.
Thus, the final weight in kilograms of the electric vehicle is slightly below that of the combustion car, as the complete and large battery system compensates for the lack of elements present in the combustion car.
Costa also points out that in addition to the use of steel in the assembly of cars, other elements related to the electric car sector can offset this weight, such as the construction of thousands of charging stations throughout Brazil, most of which are made largely of steel.
About Açovisa
Açovisa has over 25 years of experience in the steel market and is considered one of the leaders in the national steel industry.
Its headquarters in Guarulhos, covering 15,000 m², is equipped with chemical and metallographic laboratories, in addition to cutting-edge equipment for conducting tests, analyses, and issuing documentation, such as quality certificates. It has 400 employees across more than 13 units, with a presence throughout Brazil.
Formado em Jornalismo e Marketing, é autor de mais de 20 mil artigos que já alcançaram milhões de leitores no Brasil e no exterior. Já escreveu para marcas e veículos como 99, Natura, O Boticário, CPG – Click Petróleo e Gás, Agência Raccon e outros. Especialista em Indústria Automotiva, Tecnologia, Carreiras (empregabilidade e cursos), Economia e outros temas. Contato e sugestões de pauta: valdemarmedeiros4@gmail.com. Não aceitamos currículos!
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