Makenji, Kylash and Cherrington, Ruth (2014) Plastic trim. In: Encyclopedia of Automotive Engineering. John Wiley & Sons, Ltd., pp. 1-6. ISBN 9780470974025

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Abstract

Plastics are used throughout the interior, exterior, and under the hood of automotive vehicles. The use of plastics plays an important role in meeting the industry's needs. These include weight and cost reduction as well as end-of-life recycling issues. Within the interior, the material enables manufacturers to decorate with a wide range of colors, finishes, and effects. The use of plastic within the automotive industry is increasing and with 48% of the plastic content of vehicles used within the interior, it is important to consider the significance of this application. This chapter reviews the current usage of plastic within interior trim components and assesses the future trends that are likely to occur within the industry.

Item Type:	Book Item
Subjects:	T Technology > TS Manufactures
Divisions:	Faculty of Science > WMG (Formerly the Warwick Manufacturing Group)
Publisher:	John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
ISBN:	9780470974025
Book Title:	Encyclopedia of Automotive Engineering
Official Date:	22 April 2014
Dates:	Date Event 22 April 2014 Available
Page Range:	pp. 1-6
DOI:	10.1002/9781118354179.auto275
Status:	Peer Reviewed
Publication Status:	Published
Access rights to Published version:	Restricted or Subscription Access

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