Global Market Review of Automotive Glazing Systems:Forecasts to 2012 has recently been published. Glazing today plays an important part in vehicle design, providing a combination of aesthetic, functional & structural properties. As a result, vehicle makers are increasingly looking for their glazing suppliers to play a key role in the vehicle development process. The need for improved passenger comfort & lower vehicle manufacturer assembly costs means that glazing systems with infrared & ultraviolet inhibiting properties integrated antennas, de-misting, de-icing capabilities & ease of fitting are increasingly required by the OEMs. This 4th edition of just-autos glazing report provides an overview of the automotive glazing industry, reviewing the key market drivers for glazing systems & providing top level market fitment, volume/value forecasts etc.
