Styrene-based materials are used in several vehicle components, such as automotive instrument panels, body parts and wheel covers, thanks to a unique combination of durability, lightweight and aesthetic properties.

Their lightweight nature reduces the fuel consumption of vehicles. According to a socio-economic analysis of styrenic polymers conducted by Wood1, it was estimated that stryenic polymers are used in roughly a third of cars in Europe, saving a billion tonnes of CO2 per year. 

Allowing for a wide range of modern designs and thanks to its scratch resistance, styrenics can be used to improve the aesthetics as well as the longevity of vehicles. 


1 Wood Group UK Limited, Socio-economic analysis of styrene-based food contact materials, commissioned by Plastics Europe, December 2021. Report available upon request