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The e-coat at the BMW Leipzig plant is based on biomass and contributes to the reduction of CO2 emissions. (Photo: BMW Group)

BASF and BMW Group rely on renewable raw materials for automotive coatings

BASF is expanding its portfolio with a newly developed thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) from its Elastollan® product line for these busbar holders. Compared to standard engineering plastics, Elastollan® R 2600 FHF particularly stands out due to the optimized thermal linear expansion. It can be processed at lower temperatures, has a lower density and, due to its white color, can be easily colored even with bright pigments.

Busbar holders made of Elastollan^® R 2600 FHF – More safety for future mobility

Visit us at the Battery Show!

June 28 - 30, Stuttgart, Germany
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BASF and L&L Products collaborate on Battery Protection Solution for the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning

BASF Color Report 2021 for Automotive OEM Coatings

New challenges put a sharper point on color

Read our Global Color Report 2021

Culture of collaboration: where driving forward begins

Licity 2668 and Licity 2680 reveal superior mechanical performance against SBR reference

New benchmark analysis proves high performance of BASF's battery binders

Yang Hongxin, Chairman and CEO of SVOLT（left）and Jay Yang, CEO of BASF Shanshan Battery Materials Co.,Ltd. (right) signed on the agreement.

BASF and SVOLT form partnership to advance battery materials development and battery recycling solutions globally

BASF Licity® anode binders: anode slurry mixing process

BASF and KIT join forces in public funded project to investigate opportunities of multilayered anodes for lithium-ion batteries

Automotive Color Trends 2021-2022 – SUPERPOSITION

SUPERPOSITION 2021 – 2022 Color Collection

An electric vehicle showing its battery life while charging.

Winning the race to mainstream EVs requires a better battery. BASF can help.

BASF, L&L Products and Stellantis collaborate for lightweight success on the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L

Battery recycling closes the loop in electromobility: The recycling process produces the so-called "black mass", which is processed by BASF lab technician Stefan Schleicher (left) and chemist Dr. Birgit Gerke (right).

BASF and Porsche partner to develop high-performing lithium-ion battery for electric vehicles

More and more electric cars are registered worldwide every year. At the same time, the raw materials for the batteries are limited and their mining is associated with negative environmental impact. BASF researchers at the Ludwigshafen site therefore develop a new chemical process to recycle the lithium contained in the battery in high purity. This will also avoid waste and reduce the CO2 footprint compared to state-of-the-art recycling processes. The picture shows the so-called "black mass" from which high-purity lithium salt is obtained in the recycling process.

Let’s Talk Recycling: What is “Black Mass”?

Black mass is formed when lithium-ion batteries that have reached their end-of-life, or battery cell production scrap materials, are taken in for recycling.

Explore the Future Battery Industry in Australia

As the biggest chemical supplier to the global automotive industry, BASF contributes to the electrification of transportation with various innovative solutions, in particular high-energy-density battery materials. In Australia, BASF has been actively contributing to the Future Battery Industry initiative to optimize the local battery value chain with partners.

Sustainable solutions for the automotive industry to reduce CO2 emissions, meet recycling targets and improve air quality.

BASF co-hosted STARTUP AUTOBAHN event with Bosch: Towards a circular economy: materials, supply chain & manufacturing

BASF becomes member of Catena-X Automotive Network for secure and cross-company data exchange in the automotive industry.

NEWS: Catena-X Automotive Network is now officially an association in the founding phase!

With more electric vehicle models expected to hit the roads in coming years, which should satisfy consumers, other challenges to address include developing the charging infrastructure and cost parity to support the increased use of EVs.

Charging ahead with electrified mobility

Shaping the future - Together

with BASF's coolants and brake fluids

BASF battery materials used in NASA’s Mars Rover

Empowering the future of eMobility with advanced battery materials

Chemistry is driving BASF's Battery Materials growth story

EV Car or Electric vehicle at charging station with the power cable supply plugged in on blurred nature with blue energy power effect. Eco-friendly sustainable energy concept.

Racing towards the large European Battery Market valued at 250 Billion Euro

Discover our whitepaper on 3D printed car interiors produced with BASF’s Ultrasint^® thermoplastic polyurethane powder

BASF becomes member of Catena-X Automotive Network for secure and cross-company data exchange in the automotive industry

BASF’s new virtual car showcases chemistry-driven solutions for future mobility

Watch our Live Webinar: "Additive Manufacturing for Automotive Interiors"

Our products for powertrain and chassis can improve engine performance while reducing fuel consumption and offering an excellent drive experience mixing sportiness with safety.

The new star among the standards – the heat-stabilized Ultramid^®

Formula Student Germany: Every year, the dream of a self-made racing car starts and finds the season highlight at the Formula 1 racetrack at the Hockenheimring

BASF Battery Materials is working full steam ahead to ensure the start-up of the new plants in Harjavalta, Finland and Schwarzheide, Germany in 2022

From the charging column to the cable and the plug, from the wiring to the battery inside the car – we create materials and technologies for future powertrain concepts.

How to drive sustainable mobility

BASF’s 2020-2021 Automotive color trends

4 ways to improve RVs for a post-pandemic world

Explore our new European battery materials plant in Schwarzheide, Germany.

Watch our groundbreaking event live on November 13, 2020 at our new European battery materials plant in Schwarzheide, Germany

Listen to our Senior Vice President Dr. Uta Holzenkamp as keynote speaker at Women Automotive Summit

Our solutions for Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) improve the driving experience inside a vehicle while increasing comfort and safety.

Composite solutions: top 5 benefits for engine and powertrain mountings

Virtual vehicle innovation

The new Sienna generation features first-of-its-kind third row free-standing seatbacks.

BASF and Toyota collaborate for lightweighting success on 2021 Sienna

Megatrends in the automotive industry are facing new challenges for the materials used, yet at the same time opening up new opportunities. Electromobility and autonomous driving are set to revolutionize cars and put established vehicle concepts to the test. Modern vehicles already rely heavily on material solutions from the chemicals industry; however, in future, chemistry will play an even greater role, making a significant contribution to solving tomorrow’s mobility challenges. With high-performance plastics BASF is already supporting these trends and is offering innovative solutions.

Ideal solutions for future mobility

Driving forward together in the fight against COVID-19

BASF recognized by General Motors as a 2019 Supplier of the Year winner and with Overdrive Award for sustainability

Repurposing dashboards and center consoles

5 ways material science is driving autonomous vehicle safety and design

The campervan of the future: BASF presents concept vehicle VisionVenture at K2019

BASF und IAC haben gemeinsam den weltweit ersten Dachrahmen für Autos entwickelt, der komplett aus Naturfasern besteht. Für die Belastbarkeit und Wärmebeständigkeit des Leichtbauteils sorgt dabei das Bindemittel Acrodur® 950 L von BASF.
Quelle: IAC

Together with IAC, BASF has developed the worldwide first roof frame for cars that is entirely made of natural fiber. The Acrodur® 950 L binder by BASF ensures the loading capacity and heat resistance of the lightweight component.
Credits: IAC

BASF demonstrates the importance of automotive composites for lightweighting

Bio-based foam, a new sustainable and lightweight automotive material

Dr. Elena Khazova is carrying out thermography or heat measurements of a vacuum insulation panel (VIP) containing the high-performance foam. For comparison, a panel with conventional polystyrene insulating material is used. In the test, the insulating materials are placed on a hot plate. By using an infrared camera, the temperature differences on the surface become visible. The vacuum panel with the high-performance foam remains at approximately room temperature, whereas the temperature of the conventional insulating material rises by 11°C.

Automotive lightweighting: 3 industry-leading innovations

FEV "White Eco Diesel" drive study: incredibly clean and no loss of performance

At the Nienburg site emissions control catalysts for gasoline- and diesel-powered cars, trucks, buses, motorcycles, construction equipment and other vehicles are produced. The product portfolio also comprises catalytic soot (particulate) filters such as the EMPROTM Four-Way Conversion Catalyst (FWCTM) that not only converts carbon monoxide, unburned hydrocarbons and nitrogen oxide into uncritical water, nitrogen and carbon dioxide but also removes harmful particulate matter.

Reach zero evap standards with emission control technology

Haptex, BASFs innovative polyurethane solution for synthetic leather now certified ECO PASSPORT by OEKO-TEX.

BASF South East Asia joins ZDHC Foundation to scale up sustainability in the leather, textile, and footwear industry

Three automotive sustainability challenges facing the industry

Electric vehicle battery technology and material solutions

Additive manufacturing is driving a new automotive frontier

Watch our Additive Manufacturing Webinar: "Solutions for high-demanding applications in the automotive sector"

Improve lidar detection with near infrared reflective dark automotive paint colors

Reimagining autonomous interior design

3 eMobility market challenges impacting electric vehicle adoption

Adapting automotive design for connected, autonomous and electric vehicles

Creating sustainable, lightweight automotive composites with spray transfer molding

Santa’s sleigh powered by BASF

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Whether your journey involves improving powertrains, lightweight construction, design, automated driving or ensuring a smooth ride - together we develop answers to current industry challenges.

Our portfolio for the automotive industry includes catalysts, coatings, plastics, automotive fluids and battery materials. With such an extensive range of products, BASF is the world’s leading chemical supplier to the automotive industry.

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Interior

To make the car more comfortable, quieter and also safer, we offer a wide range of products for car interiors.

Exterior

We create modern and durable car exteriors that meet both - design and functionality requirements.

Powertrain & Chassis

Our products for all kinds of powertrains and for chassis can improve engine performance while reducing energy consumption and offering an excellent drive experience.

Electronics

While ensuring a higher power output, our automotive electronic products meet the increased demand and growing volume of electrical wiring in cars.

eMobility

Interested in eMobility solutions? Visit our eMobility website and explore our portfolio to solve current challenges and make future mobility happen.

We develop chemistry that drives us from A to B with a cleaner footprint.

Sustainability

Creating a sustainable future? Visit our website to learn more about our solutions that help reducing CO₂ emissions, meeting recycling targets and improving air quality.

We provide innovative solutions for our partners in the automotive industry to meet the consumer requirements for beautifully designed, comfortable and durable car interiors. We offer you a productive playground of tried-and-tested products for designers and engineers.

Interior concepts

Looking for innovative interior concepts meeting both - design and performance? Visit our interior website to learn more.

Automated Driving

Want to discover real innovations? Visit our Automated Driving website and explore how we drive Automated Driving forward.

NVH

Do not want to compromise on dynamics, safety and comfort? Discover how we can develop NVH solutions together.

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Cross section of catalytic converter with sensor flue gas.

How does a catalyst work and how does it affect the environment?

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Explore our specialty polyamide Ultramid® Deep Gloss.

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Cathode active material with a high energy density - The different size of the individual spheres results in a particularly dense packing of the spheres with high energy density – the prerequisite for a longer driving range of electric cars. Magnification 3000:1 (15 cm in width)

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Gravel road at a golden Sunset with Vestrahorn mountain in the background and a car driving the road in Iceland

New designs, big ambitions, efficient production - the right material selection is key to making eMobility a success!

Performance Polymers

We can help you navigate the world of plastics and foams used in component manufacturing to ensure your ambitious innovations become a high-performance reality.

That’s the vision the BASF design team offers automotive OEM customers through expertise in trend research and the design and creation of bold, unique colors.

What colors will you see on the road in three to five years?

Coatings

That’s the vision the BASF design team offers automotive OEM customers through expertise in trend research and the design and creation of bold, unique colors.

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Get electrified: Explore how BASF advances materials that power today's electric vehicles and develops next-gen technology to meet anticipated needs of the global battery market.

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Adapting automotive design for connected, autonomous and electric vehicles

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BASF battery materials powering eMobility in North America

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The importance of automotive composites for lightweighting

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Low VOC polyurethanes create an odorless new car smell

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Competence Center Fuels & Lubes

Learn more about our in-house test center for innovative fuels and lubes. With 13 full-size engines on test benches, we support new product developments to deliver sustainable, cost-effective solutions to our customers. Through co-operation with our partners, we can provide our customers with a global network.

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Latest news and stories

BASF and BMW Group rely on renewable raw materials for automotive coatings

Busbar holders made of Elastollan® R 2600 FHF – More safety for future mobility

Visit us at the Battery Show!

BASF and L&L Products collaborate on Battery Protection Solution for the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning

New challenges put a sharper point on color

Culture of collaboration: where driving forward begins

New benchmark analysis proves high performance of BASF's battery binders

BASF and SVOLT form partnership to advance battery materials development and battery recycling solutions globally

BASF and KIT join forces in public funded project to investigate opportunities of multilayered anodes for lithium-ion batteries

SUPERPOSITION 2021 – 2022 Color Collection

Winning the race to mainstream EVs requires a better battery. BASF can help.

BASF, L&L Products and Stellantis collaborate for lightweight success on the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L

BASF and Porsche partner to develop high-performing lithium-ion battery for electric vehicles

Let’s Talk Recycling: What is “Black Mass”?

Explore the Future Battery Industry in Australia

BASF co-hosted STARTUP AUTOBAHN event with Bosch: Towards a circular economy: materials, supply chain & manufacturing

NEWS: Catena-X Automotive Network is now officially an association in the founding phase!

Charging ahead with electrified mobility

Shaping the future - Together

BASF battery materials used in NASA’s Mars Rover

Empowering the future of eMobility with advanced battery materials

Chemistry is driving BASF's Battery Materials growth story

Racing towards the large European Battery Market valued at 250 Billion Euro

Discover our whitepaper on 3D printed car interiors produced with BASF’s Ultrasint® thermoplastic polyurethane powder

BASF becomes member of Catena-X Automotive Network for secure and cross-company data exchange in the automotive industry

BASF’s new virtual car showcases chemistry-driven solutions for future mobility

Watch our Live Webinar: "Additive Manufacturing for Automotive Interiors"

The new star among the standards – the heat-stabilized Ultramid®

Formula Student Germany: Every year, the dream of a self-made racing car starts and finds the season highlight at the Formula 1 racetrack at the Hockenheimring

BASF Battery Materials is working full steam ahead to ensure the start-up of the new plants in Harjavalta, Finland and Schwarzheide, Germany in 2022

How to drive sustainable mobility

BASF’s 2020-2021 Automotive color trends

4 ways to improve RVs for a post-pandemic world

Watch our groundbreaking event live on November 13, 2020 at our new European battery materials plant in Schwarzheide, Germany

Listen to our Senior Vice President Dr. Uta Holzenkamp as keynote speaker at Women Automotive Summit

Composite solutions: top 5 benefits for engine and powertrain mountings

Virtual vehicle innovation

BASF and Toyota collaborate for lightweighting success on 2021 Sienna

Ideal solutions for future mobility

Driving forward together in the fight against COVID-19

BASF recognized by General Motors as a 2019 Supplier of the Year winner and with Overdrive Award for sustainability

5 ways material science is driving autonomous vehicle safety and design

The campervan of the future: BASF presents concept vehicle VisionVenture at K2019

BASF demonstrates the importance of automotive composites for lightweighting

Bio-based foam, a new sustainable and lightweight automotive material

Automotive lightweighting: 3 industry-leading innovations

FEV "White Eco Diesel" drive study: incredibly clean and no loss of performance

Reach zero evap standards with emission control technology

BASF South East Asia joins ZDHC Foundation to scale up sustainability in the leather, textile, and footwear industry

Three automotive sustainability challenges facing the industry

Electric vehicle battery technology and material solutions

Additive manufacturing is driving a new automotive frontier

Watch our Additive Manufacturing Webinar: "Solutions for high-demanding applications in the automotive sector"

Improve lidar detection with near infrared reflective dark automotive paint colors

Reimagining autonomous interior design

3 eMobility market challenges impacting electric vehicle adoption

Adapting automotive design for connected, autonomous and electric vehicles

Creating sustainable, lightweight automotive composites with spray transfer molding

Santa’s sleigh powered by BASF

Discover our expertise

Stay up to date!

Get connected!

Broaden your knowledge!

Curious on which automotive solutions drive you forward?

In which automotive segment are you interested in?

Interior

Exterior

Powertrain & Chassis

Electronics

What is your challenge?

eMobility

Sustainability

Interior concepts

Automated Driving

NVH

Check out your expertise with our quizzes

How does a catalyst work and how does it affect the environment?

Drive forward. Together.

BASF Automotive Solutions

Busbar holders made of Elastollan^® R 2600 FHF – More safety for future mobility

Discover our whitepaper on 3D printed car interiors produced with BASF’s Ultrasint^® thermoplastic polyurethane powder

The new star among the standards – the heat-stabilized Ultramid^®

What do you know about our specialty polyamide Ultramid^® Deep Gloss?

Looking for specific solutions?
Find out how we can help you to face your unique challenges.

Auroom^®