Why the Automotive Industry Chooses Our Foams

Our high-performance automotive foam solutions combine lightweight construction with exceptional durability, resilience, and thermal performance. Designed to withstand demanding automotive environments, our specialist foams offer excellent compression strength and recovery, impact and energy absorption, thermal insulation, and resistance to heat, cold, chemicals, and solvents. Low-emission and low-fogging grades are also available, alongside conductive, static-dissipative, thermoformable, and OEM-approved materials.

Lightweighting

Lightweight but strong foam, helping to reduce the overall weight of the vehicle improving fuel efficiency and meeting emissions targets.

Noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) reduction

Reduces sound and dampens vibrations throughout the vehicle making the ride quieter, smoother, and more comfortable.

Impact protection and safety

Energy-absorbing foams for bumpers, side panels, knee bolsters and headrests to protect passengers in case of a collision.

Aesthetic and structural use

Can be moulded into specific shapes for car interior design elements and foams can also be combined with fabrics or leather for premium finishes.

Comfort and ergonomics

Used in car seats, armrests, door panels and steering wheels to provide effective cushioning, ergonomic support and lasting comfort.

Thermal insulation

Foams help regulate vehicle interior temperature by insulating against heat and cold. Used in HVAC ducts and around the engine bay to prevent heat transfer.

Sealing and water resistance

Provides sealing against moisture, dust, and air leaks to help improve the efficiency of air conditioning and prevent vehicle rust from moisture build up.

Purity and emissions standards

Foams are used for their low VOC emissions, fogging resistance, and odour control, ensuring better in-cabin air quality and compliance with global purity standards.

Chemical and solvent resistant

Protects automotive components from oils, fuels, cleaning agents and other harsh substances, to reduce material degradation and support reliable, long-term performance.
You could ask, ZoteIQ, tell me more about the properties of Zotefoams' materials for car interiors.

Automotive Foam Applications

Where are our materials often used?

Common applications of our automotive foam within a car

Seal against water, air, sound and chemicals

Composite front-end structures for impact protection

Engine covers/Heat shield

Bonnet (hood) liners

Dashboard spacer

Roof liner spacer

Comfort underlayer

Dust seal

Battery insulation wrap

AC/ventilation ducting

Mirror housing seal

Where are our materials often used?

Tech Support

Engineering Support for your Automotive Product Design

Our experienced Application Engineering team works closely with our customers in the automotive industry to optimise material selection, design, and processing. From concept to commercialisation, we provide tailored technical support to help you get the best performance from Zotefoams materials in your automotive application.

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Sustainable Foams

Our technology and efficient use of raw materials allows us to develop lighter more durable foam products.

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Frequently Asked Automotive Questions

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Explore Our Automotive Foams

For interior components, electronics protection, cushioning and sealing.

Choose Plastazote® for lightweight performance, with conductive and static dissipative grades available to help protect sensitive electronic components without adding unnecessary weight.
Explore Plastazote®

For thermal management, NHV reduction and engine bay applications.

Choose ZOTEK® T for resilient, temperature-resistant applications requiring excellent compression recovery, durability and thermoformability.
Explore ZOTEK® T

For safety, impact management, EV battery protection, and structural applications.

Choose ZOTEK® N for high-impact applications demanding exceptional energy absorption, chemical resistance and reliable performance at elevated temperatures.
Contact us about ZOTEK® N

Ready to Find Your Foam ™ ?

Speak to ZoteIQ for tailored recommendations based on your automotive foam requirements to get your project moving.

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