Modern engine bays are filled with black plastic where bright cast aluminum once sat, and few parts symbolize that shift more ...

Vehicles began switching to plastic oil pans because they provide several advantages over metal. This trend goes beyond oil pans, as you may not realize several cars have bodies made of plastic. Auto ...

Glass-filled polypropylene is already a very commonly used plastic for automotive parts, but could it be improved? Well, yes. A new substance, Gratek, is claimed to make the plastic 20% stronger yet ...

Converting plastic-heavy automotive shredder residue into marketable materials can be assisted with electrostatic methods, according to a European technology provider. Color sorting when removing ...

The global consulting firm says collecting and reprocessing more discarded plastic automotive components should be feasible. The company says two of the biggest opportunities to access more ...

Germantown injection molding company Plastic Components Inc. makes plastic parts for clients who manufacture a variety of products. Until recently, customers had their parts engineered and designed by ...