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DECADE OF
NOVATION
Global landscape and
regional insights
The Electric Vehicle Composite Market
is highly competitive, with global players
including Toray Industries, SGL Carbon, Hexcel
Corporation, Teijin Limited, and Mitsubishi
Chemical Corporation. Many are forming
strategic partnerships with leading automakers
to accelerate the integration of composite
materials into mainstream EV production.
North America and Europe currently lead the
market, supported by established automotive
industries and early adoption of electric
mobility. Europe’s stringent emissions policies,
alongside ambitious net-zero targets, are
particularly influential in driving innovation in
composite materials.
The road ahead
Looking forward, the global shift towards
electrification will continue to rely heavily on
advancements in composite technology. As
manufacturers strive to balance performance,
cost, and sustainability, composite materials
will play a pivotal role in defining the future of
vehicle design.
“ Collaboration
between composite
producers, OEMs,
and research
institutions will be
key to standardising
practices, improving
efficiency, and
accelerating
innovation. ”
Collaboration between composite producers,
OEMs, and research institutions will be key to
standardising practices, improving efficiency,
and accelerating innovation. From lightweight
carbon fibre frames to recyclable thermoplastic
structures, composites form the foundation for
the next generation of electric vehicles – cleaner,
lighter, and more efficient than ever before.
Meanwhile, Asia-Pacific – led by China, Japan,
and South Korea - is expected to experience
the fastest growth through 2035. Expanding
EV production facilities, coupled with strong
government support and ongoing materials
research, are solidifying the region’s dominance
in this space.
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