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Novelis China at Auto Shanghai 2015Enable High Volume Aluminum Solutions for Automotive Lightweighting

May 2015

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OVERVIEW

FEATURE

At Auto Shanghai 2015, 39 models of renewable vehicles were unveiled, indicating that

light-weighting technologies have again become a key topic of discussion for the auto

industry. Clearly, there is no doubt that aluminum has become the material of choice to

support automotive light weighting, since aluminum helps reduce vehicle body mass, boost

fuel economy and reduce CO2 emissions.

However, applying aluminum to mass-produced vehicles comes with a fresh set of challenges

for OEMs. For example, how can materials be sourced in the volume and specifications

required for high volume production, and how are the optimal joining and casting techniques

determined for mixed material manufacturing?

Novelis, the world’s leading supplier of aluminum sheet for the automotive industry, can answer these questions.

James Liu introduced Novelis’ overall approaches to support high-volume aluminum production for automotive light

weighting at the Automobile Key Tech Forum 2015 during Auto Shanghai 2015.

Novelis’ Approaches

James was quoted in a CCTV News interview “Aluminum is quickly becoming the material of choice to reduce vehicle body mass, boost fuel economy and

reduce CO2 emissions. Novelis is regarded as a partner in automotive aluminum applications helping local OEMs

to upgrade technologies and develop new material to make cars lighter and more fuel-e�cient.”

Novelis Automotive

About Novelis

Novelis is the leading global supplier of rolled

aluminum sheet for the automotive industry, with a

global market share of over 50 percent. Our

experience and global footprint, commitment to

innovation and product quality and the relationships

we’ve forged with leading automakers set us apart as

the preferred partner worldwide. Our products are

now featured in more than 180 models and many of

the world’s premier brands have called on us to bring

their latest innovations to market. We’re working with

our customers to create the next generation of

automobiles that deliver the performance consumers

seek while also helping to create a more sustainable

world for us all.

Novelis Inc. is the global leader in aluminum rolled products and

the world's largest recycler of aluminum. The company operates

in 11 countries, has approximately 10,900 employees and reported

revenue of approximately $10 billion for its 2014 fiscal year.

Novelis supplies premium aluminum sheet and foil products to

transportation, packaging, construction, industrial and consumer

electronics markets throughout North America, Europe, Asia and

South America. The company is wholly owned subsidiary of

Hindalco Industries Limited, part of the Aditya Birla Group, a

multinational conglomerate based in Mumbai, India. For more

information, visit novelis.com and follow us on Facebook at

facebook.com/Novelis Inc and Twitter at twitter.com/Novelis.

40 yearsof experiences

featured in180+ models

Industry leading Technology

and Innovation

Global Footprintcovering Asia, Europe

and North America

No. 1 in aluminumsheet for automotive

No. 1 in closed-looprecycling of aluminum

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For more information, please contact:Je� Wang, Director, Automotive Sales, Novelis Asiaje�.wang@novelis.com

©2015 Novelis

Novelis, the global market leader in automotive aluminum applications, showcased a portfolio of cutting-edge

automotive aluminum applications at Auto Shanghai 2015, the 16th International Automobile and Manufacturing

Technology Exhibition from April 20 to April 29. The hero products in the Advanz™ automotive product portfolio

provide automakers with high volume aluminum solutions for light weighting and improving vehicle performance

while achieving cost e�ciency.

Novelis is the only company that is capable of manufacturing

high-end rolled aluminum automotive products in all three of the

world’s auto-producing continents: Europe, North America and

Asia. Opened in October 2014, the Novelis Changzhou plant is

China’s first facility dedicated to manufacturing automotive sheet

for heat treatment and finishing before being delivered to

customers in Asia and elsewhere.

Novelis' unrivaled research and technology capabilities have helped to pioneer the widespread adoption of

aluminum in the auto industry. Novelis aluminum products are now featured in more than 180 models of vehicles

produced by leading automakers around the globe and in premier global automotive brands in China, including the

SGM Cadillac XTS hood, Audi A6L door, Audi Q3 tailgate and Daimler E-class fender.

On April 20, James Liu, Managing Director of Novelis China and Vice President, Automotive for Novelis Asia spoke to

the media at an exclusive event, which generated over 80 stories.

Leading in Safety and Durability

Advanced forming, high-speed joining and strength contribute to the safety and durability of vehicles

Novelis has invested significantly in developing high-performing alloys that satisfy the requirements of all applications.

Advanz™ is one product brand that has been designated for light-weighted vehicles. A series of products for exterior

and inner structures are available. For example, the Advanz™ e170 featured in the Range Rover XJ model reduces the

thickness of the body-side to 1.1 mm, 27 percent thinner than the old models while enlarging the single piece. If OEMs

require advanced formability, Advanz™ e200 can meet higher requirements for exterior structure, while Advanz™

s200 is one product for inner-doors that has met BWM standards.

Advanz™ s200 is also weldable without filler metal - the

result of Novelis’ pioneer initiative in developing a new

remote weldable aluminum alloy that is specifically

designed for applications in body structure based on the

Fusion Technology. This technology supports massive

welds, is extremely e�cient and inexpensive when

compared to the traditional welding process, due to less

material required for flange.

Scanner Welding

Novelis Advanz™ Product Portfolio

Consumers challenge the safety of using aluminum in automobiles compared to steel. However, noting its use in

aircrafts, using aluminum in automobiles could be a better choice for safety especially with its feature of

absorbing crash energy. Novelis Advanz™ c300 and s615 are famous for their ability to absorb crash energy.

Compared to its 5754 equivalent, Advanz™ c300 can save 20 percent in weight and 9 percent in spending per

vehicle, with 12,000 tons of CO2 in tailpipe emissions. To be introduced in 2015, Advanz™ s615 in the Ford F150

model will be the strongest material originally developed to meet Ford’s demanding 6HS2 specification but

designed for a wide range of commercial applications.

Tailored Solutions for Material Utilization is Ready

15% of gross weight for door structure and 39% of spending

while maintaining the high performance

Enhancing the utilization of materials is a critical consideration as

OEMs develop light-weight automobiles. Inspired by the idea of

welding two steel sheets with variable thickness to reduce material

waste, Novelis began the study of welding technologies for

Body-in-White back in 2012. This technology was certified by

OEMs in 2014 and production has already begun. Obviously, this

significant development helps our OEMs go beyond simply

replacing steel with aluminum in automobiles, but also optimizing

the aluminum in use. A test showed that this technology can help

reduce 15 percent of gross weight for door structures and 39

percent spending, while maintaining high-performance.

Ford F150 Pickup Truck

Door Structure

Partnering for adhesive bonding technology innovation to address process issues

The innovative bonding technology sets new standard in the global auto industry, bringing added performance

and versatility to the manufacturing process

Novelis has been devoting itself to partnerships with leading companies for industry-wide solutions to develop more

aluminum-intensive vehicles. The long-term agreement between Novelis and Henkel Adhesive Technologies is an

example. Built on a shared commitment to technology innovation, two companies are committed to collaborating on

the development of advanced bonding technologies, without barriers to adoption, for the use of aluminum in

high-volume vehicles.

The first product to launch as a result of this partnership is BONDERITE® M-NT 8453, the latest evolution in aluminum

surface pre-treatments, providing a cost-e�ective adhesive bonding system for the most demanding vehicle

requirements, including high-strength structural applications. BONDERITE® M-NT 8453 will be made available by

Henkel across the globe, with no licensing or royalty requirements, because Novelis believes that it’s the right way to

ensure long-term success for our industry and our OEM partners. This new system will be applicable in 2016 in our

Changzhou plant.

“China’s drive to build renewable energy vehicles including electric cars will certainly set up a greater-than-forecast

surge in demand for aluminum. As the world's leading supplier of aluminum automotive sheet, Novelis is in

the best position to provide automakers with a wide range of high-quality products and materials, backed by

innovations and metals engineering that are second to none in the aluminum industry and our manufacturing

facilities in all major auto-making continents.

-by James LiuManaging Director of Novelis China and Vice President, Automotive for Novelis Asia