Review Article

Polymer-Based Composites: An Indispensable Material for Present and Future Applications

Table 1

Automakers and parts produced from polymer matrix composites [36].

AutomakersModelsParts

VolkswagenBora, Golf, Passat VariantSeatback, door panel, boot liner, boot-lid finish panel
BMW3,5,7 seriesDoor lining panel, seatback, boot lining
OpelVectra, Zafira, AstraDoor panel, headliner panel, instrument panel
FiatMarea, Brava, PuntoBoot liner, door panel
AudiA2, A3, A4, A6, A8Spare tire lining, door panel, hat rack, boot lining, seatback
Mercedes BenzA-class, E-class, S-classSeatback, door panel, cover panel, dashboard, windshield, engine cover, roof cover, instrument panel, bumper
ToyotaES3, Brevis, Celsior, RaumSpare tire lining, seatback, floor mat, door panel
VolvoV70, C70Natural foam, seat padding
MitsubishiOutlander and Eclipse crossThe instrument panel, cargo area floor, door panel
Daimler ChryslerA, C, E, and S classDoor panels, car windshield, dashboard, and pillar cover panel
General MotorsCadilac De Ville, Chevrolet Trial BlazerSeatbacks, cargo area floor mat
Peugeot406Front and rear door panels, seatbacks, and parcel shelves
FordMondeo CD 162, FocusDoor panels, boot-liner, door inserts, and floor trays
RenaultTwingo and ClioRear parcel shelf