Wednesday 8th Oct 2025
The automotive industry is undergoing its most significant transformation in decades, with electric vehicles (EVs) reshaping global supply chains and manufacturing priorities. While innovation often focuses on batteries, motors and charging infrastructure, the importance of fasteners should not be overlooked.
Every component within an EV, from battery enclosures and thermal systems to lightweight body panels and interior assemblies, relies on precision fastening to maintain safety, reliability and long-term performance. As manufacturers adapt to new materials, tighter tolerances and evolving regulatory demands, the role of high-quality fasteners becomes even more critical in supporting the structural integrity and efficiency of next-generation vehicles.
Meeting new engineering challenges
EV production demands fastening solutions that perform reliably under various conditions, unlike traditional combustion engines. Lightweight materials are used to improve efficiency, meaning fasteners must deliver high strength without adding unnecessary weight.
Brake lining rivets, for example, are a proven solution where durability and safety cannot be compromised. Battery enclosures also require vibration-resistant systems to ensure long-term stability, while thermal fluctuations during charging and operation put additional demands on fastener performance.
Our automotive expertise
At Clevedon Fasteners, we have decades of experience supplying high-quality components to leading automotive manufacturers worldwide. Our extensive range of
automotive parts, including tubular rivets,
semi-tubular rivets and other precision fasteners, is trusted by OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers to meet strict safety, performance and durability standards.
Our fastening solutions continue to play a critical role in supporting lightweight construction, vibration resistance and thermal stability. Whether in battery assemblies, body structures or electrical systems, our fasteners deliver the precision, durability and consistency required for the next generation of automotive innovation.
Supporting the future of mobility
As the transition to electric vehicles accelerates, the need for lightweight, dependable and precisely engineered fasteners will only continue to grow. Clevedon Fasteners is committed to supporting this shift, ensuring our customers receive solutions that are reliable, adaptable and manufactured to the highest quality.