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Why are plastics used in automotive components?

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There are several plastics used in the automotive industry. While all of the ones listed bellow may easily be used in a single vehicle, just three types of plastic make up approximately 66% of the total plastics used: polypropylene (32%), polyurethane (17%) and PVC (16%). read more

Some other advantages of high performance plastics used in transport vehicles include: minimal corrosion, allowing for longer vehicle life; substantial design freedom, allowing advanced creativity and innovation; flexibility in integrating components; safety, comfort and economy; recyclability. read more

The plastic parts used in the automotive industry are mostly injection molded, such as dashboards, bumpers, fluid tanks, handles, buttons, casings, containers, clamps, and sockets. read more

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