Automotive fabrics (fabrics) have advanced significantly over time; once used primarily due to their durability, fabrics now contribute substantially towards enhancing cabin aesthetics. Similarly, leather, once considered to be the epitome of in-cabin luxury and accessible to only a handful of affluent car buyers, is slowly becoming the choice for upholstery material in mainstream vehicles as well.
The ongoing disruptions in the automotive industry necessitate the need for highly durable and flexible seat materials to accommodate an array of new design possibilities brought by the transition towards connected, autonomous, shared, and electric mobilities. This report highlights the emerging trends in the global automotive seat materials markets, technology advancements, the key growth drivers, and potential business growth.