Abstract
Since just-auto' s last edition of automotive roof systems was published in
August 2008, the outlook for the automotive industry has significantly
changed. From the beginning of 2008, we were looking at a ‘managed
slowdown' for the global economy and the automotive industry was very much
part of that. By the end of 2008, however, major companies were struggling to
keep their heads above water in the face of collapsed automotive markets. And
now, things may seem to be a little more stable, but the industry is far from
recovering.
Given recent events, just-auto has completely revised its estimates and
forecasts of the automotive roof systems market volumes and values. This is
still our August 2008 edition, but the report now carries an addendum setting
out our revised forecasts for automotive roof systems based on latest
forecasting analysis for passenger car vehicle assembly in North America,
Western Europe and Japan from 2005 through to 2016.
In addition, and given the sheer volatility of the global economy at present,
we have set out ‘expected' , ‘best-case' and ‘worst-case'
scenario data applied to automotive roof systems. On balance, we believe this
will provide readers with a more realistic framework for our component
forecasts.
This Intelligence Set includes the latest edition of automotive roof systems
report, plus manufacturer profiles for ASC, Edscha, Webasto, Wilhelm Karmann
and Arvin Meritor.
Each profile includes an outline of business activity, financial statistics,
customers and more. They will allow you to discover where the market is
heading, what the latest innovations are, and how your competitors are
performing.
Roof systems are becoming part of a car' s identity, and an increasing number
of automakers are offering models featuring large glass roofs. One benefit is
the sense of openness and freedom, and the selection on offer nowadays is
varied, ranging from the closed panoramic glass roof (Peugeot 307 SW, 407 SW,
and Citroen C4) and so-called twin panels, to multi-panels (Renault Espace IV)
and the lamella sunroof (Fiat Stilo).
The car industry has discovered that the roof is an area where it can make
money, and manufacturers report an "unbelievable" amount of interest in large
sunroofs. The trend towards glass roof systems, with big openings that can be
adjusted even during driving, gives the best of both worlds: saving on cost
(compared to a convertible) and adding more versatility to the car.
Our fourth edition of the just-auto vehicle roof systems report investigates
the trends in roof systems, and provides an overview of the markets, main
players and the latest technical innovations.
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