Automobile manufacturers are increasingly turning to plastics components to reduce weight improve performance and add flexibility to design options. From door trims and instrument panels to engine components and car hoods, plastics now comprise approximately 10% of the average passenger car. Key to performance of plastics is the selection of the appropriate lubricant which reduces friction to improve wear, reduce noise and increase customer satisfaction. While lubricants have been broadly used with metal automotive parts for many years, lubricants for use with plastic has a short history. Selecting the correct plastics lubricants can be particularly complicated and an improper lubricant can cause severe consequences, as plastic components degrade more quickly than metal through friction.
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