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Mayer TechConcepts is using smart textiles to provide a range of functionalities and enhance aesthetic properties for automotive interiors. Photo courtesy Jean-Luc Valentin/Messe Frankfurt

Trends in Automotive Textiles Are Smart, Functional and Sustainable In the transport sector, three key trends of development for automotive textiles are taking the lead – materials with characteristics that …

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As part of its sustainability strategy, Volkswagen is increasing the use of recycled materials in the ID family. Photo courtesy of Volkswagen

Textiles Ensure Safety, Performance, Comfort and Reliability in Transportation Transportation, which includes the automotive, aerospace, railways and marine sectors, represents one of the largest markets for technical textiles, with fibers …

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LOPEC – the automotive marketplace for E-Textiles and Smart Composites Is thriving. Photo courtesy Marie O'Mahony

The Automotive Marketplace for E-Textiles and Smart Composites Is Thriving New developments in Printed Electronics (PE) and Flexible Hybrid Electronics (FHE) were shown at this year’s LOPEC held in Munich …

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ampliTex reinforcement fabrics. Photo courtesy Bcomp

Electrification, Lightweighting, and Sustainability Targets Are Creating Opportunities for Natural Fiber Automotive Composites In the automotive industry, composites can help reduce aerodynamic drag, rolling resistance and vehicle weight while offering …

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Škoda Auto is collaborating with the Technical University of Liberec on the research and development of sustainable materials. Photo courtesy of Škoda Auto

Faced with unprecedented levels of disruption and innovation, technological advances are impacting all segments of the vehicle industry, particularly interiors. Despite ongoing setbacks due to the impact of the coronavirus …

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