“Growing Adoption of Structural Adhesives for Lightweight Vehicle Manufacturing”
The automotive adhesives market is witnessing a major trend in the adoption of structural adhesives for lightweight vehicle manufacturing, aimed at enhancing fuel efficiency and reducing carbon emissions. Automakers are increasingly replacing welding and mechanical fasteners with high-performance adhesives to bond multi-material structures such as aluminum, carbon fiber, and high-strength steel, a shift accelerated by the rise of electric vehicles (EVs) where weight reduction is crucial for extending battery range. For instance, BMW’s i-Series and Tesla’s Model 3 extensively use advanced structural adhesives to improve chassis strength without adding weight, while Henkel’s epoxy-based adhesives offer thermal stability and crash resistance for EV battery pack assembly. With stricter automotive regulations pushing for sustainability and efficiency, manufacturers are investing in next-generation adhesives with improved bonding strength, durability, and eco-friendly formulations, making them an essential component of modern vehicle design and performance.
