Abstract
Plastics have transformed the automotive industry, contributing substantially to automobile design, weight reduction, fuel efficiency, safety, and sustainability. This review paper examines the applications of plastics in the automotive sector, evaluates the present trends, and describes the future plastic consumption possibilities, emphasizing emerging technology and sustainable practices. The paper delineates how plastics have become an essential component of automotive innovation and illustrates the possibilities for additional breakthroughs in this dynamic industry. Highlights: Advances in plastics, bioplastics, and smart materials in the auto industry. Plastic role in design, safety, and sustainability in the auto industry. Recycling and the circular economy of plastics in the auto industry. Collaboration of stakeholders to drive change in the auto industry.
Recommended Citation
H. Abedsoltan, "Applications of Plastics in the Automotive Industry: Current Trends and Future Perspectives," Polymer Engineering and Science, vol. 64, no. 3, pp. 929 - 950, Wiley; Society of Plastics Engineers, Mar 2024.
The definitive version is available at https://doi.org/10.1002/pen.26604
Department(s)
Chemical and Biochemical Engineering
Publication Status
Full Access
Keywords and Phrases
automotive industry; efficiency; environment; innovation; manufacturing; plastics; recycling; sustainability
International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)
1548-2634; 0032-3888
Document Type
Article - Journal
Document Version
Citation
File Type
text
Language(s)
English
Rights
© 2024 Wiley; Society of Plastics Engineers, All rights reserved.
Publication Date
01 Mar 2024
