UK Automotive NVH Materials Market Outlook

the uk automotive noise, vibration and harshness (nvh) materials market is expected to witness significant growth in demand during the forecast period of 2018 to 2032. nvh materials are used for reducing noise and vibrations generated in the vehicle exterior and interior. these materials are used for absorbing, dampening and cancelling the noise and vibrations inside the vehicle, thereby enhancing user comfort. major factors driving the uk automotive nvh materials market are the increasing demand for luxury cars, stringent environmental regulations, and growing concern regarding passenger safety and comfort. the uk is one of the leading automotive manufacturing countries in europe, and with the increasing demand for luxury vehicles, the demand for nvh materials is expected to rise over the coming years. major suppliers of nvh materials in the uk include momentive, zotefoams, apple rubber, and avon technologies. advanced technologies such as polyvinyl chloride foam (pvc) and nitrile rubber foam (nrf) are increasingly being used in the production of nvh materials. factors driving the market for advanced nvh materials include superior strength, lightweight, recyclability, and favourable thermal and acoustic properties. additionally, product innovation, advanced technologies, and environmental-friendly materials are some of the major trends observed among market players. new product launches have played an integral role in the growth of uk automotive nvh materials market. moreover, product customization, and integration of e-commerce technology have allowed market players to customize and develop products/services that satisfy the specific requirements of the customers. the increase in product awareness, launch of new automotive nvh materials, and the integration of e-commerce technologies are expected to further drive the market in the coming years. additionally, the initiatives taken by automobile manufacturers to reduce noise and vibration in the vehicle and the governments stringent regulations are expected to further induce demand for nvh materials in the uk market.