Composite materials have been considered as a “material of choice” for some automotive applications by delivering high quality of surface finish, styling details and processing options. Manufacturers are able to meet automotive requirements of cost, appearance, and performance by utilizing composites. Today, composite body panels have successful track record in all categories from exotic sports cars to passenger cars to small, medium and heavy truck applications.

Since automotive market is very cost sensitive, carbon fiber composites are not yet accepted in high volume applications because of their higher material costs. Automotive composites utilize glass fibers as main reinforcements.

Some of the consulting services offered by Lucintel for the marine industry are:

• Opportunity screening
• Technology assessment
• Market assessment
• Due diligence
• Trend and forecast analysis
• Brand research
• Qualitative and quantitative market research

Contact us at helpdesk@Lucintel.com or call us at 972-636-5056 with your project needs. We will be glad to submit you a proposal.