In its complexity, the automotive industry is probably the market with the widest range of applications. Visible parts for the interior, easy parts for power train, optical precision parts for the exterior, big parts like bumpers or dashboards and much more. Moreover, depending on the function of the parts, differentiated production solutions are required to meet the wide range of requirements, both on the product side and in upstream and downstream processing. Each product group has its own requirements regarding material homogeneity, surface quality amd precision.

New requirements in terms of environmental protection will further fuel the cost spiral. The deadline pressure for the processor will increase as the cost pressure is passed on to production and logistics. Moreover, futurologists see the automotive industry facing far-reaching changes. Alternative drives and autonomous driving will shape future visions of automotive culture.