AGY, a leading producer of high-performance glass fiber reinforcements, is proud to announce the development and commercial launch of its new single-end lightweight S2 Glass® roving, engineered to deliver exceptional strength, stiffness, and impact resistance for advanced composite applications.
Materials manufacturer Covestro has introduced a new line of post-consumer recycled (PCR) polycarbonates made from end-of-life automotive headlamps, marking another milestone in closing the loop for automotive materials.
In the world of advanced materials, carbon fiber reinforced nylon (CFR nylon) stands out as a powerhouse, combining strength, lightweight properties, and versatility. But what makes this composite material so special? Why are industries from aerospace to automotive racing to adopt it? Let's uncover the secrets behind Carbon fiber reinforced nylon and why it's revolutionizing...
It is an exciting time for automotive design. The transition to electric powertrains represents a pivotal moment for many brands, inspiring them to reinvent themselves. Lighting symbolizes the beginning of the electric era, and the iconic Italian brand Lancia – now operating as a premium brand as part of the multinational automotive company Stellantis –...
For durable parts requiring special thermal management, BASF expands its portfolio of Ultramid® Advanced T1000. The polyphthalamide (PPA) range based on polyamide 6T/6I now also includes optimized grades with high hydrolysis resistance (HR) and high purity (EQ = electronic quality).
Japan plans to have recycled plastics account for at least 15% of overall plastics used in the production of new vehicle models, the Environment Ministry said Monday.
At CHINAPLAS 2025, BASF will showcase a commercial vehicle air tank co-created with WAL Low Carbon Technology (Anhui) Co. Ltd (WAL) and made with BASF's high-performance material solution Ultramid® polyamide. The innovative solution achieves a weight reduction of 10-20% compared to aluminum alternatives and over 50% compared to steel versions.
SABIC has launched NORYL GTX LMX310 resin, the first in a new family of resins with enhanced dimensional stability. This innovative material is well-suited for inline paintable automotive applications, such as service flaps for electric vehicles (EVs). In particular, this new grade addresses the challenges of larger, asymmetrically shaped service flaps common in hybrid and...
Dow and Changchun FAWSN Automotive Technology R&D Co., Ltd. collaborated to explore the use of polyolefin elastomer (POE) artificial leather and POE-based 3D Loop solutions in the automotive sector in 2024.
With the national election now fully in the rearview mirror and consumer sentiment improving, we turn our attention to the year ahead and an automotive market shifting into a higher gear. As we develop our forecast for 2025, we are mostly optimistic, as the market is finishing 2024 with momentum.