Automotive OEM Coatings

Auto Parts

Innovation at the finishing touch

When you need exceptional products to advance the appearance and functionality of automobiles, tap into the PPG portfolio of global OEM-approved coatings for internal, external, and underbody automotive parts and accessories.

We offer the technology, service, and process excellence expected from high-tier suppliers and OEMs alike. Our products are engineered to meet and exceed specification for corrosion protection performance, and durability. In addition, PPG is the recognized expert in effectively matching OEM paint and finishes on fascia and accessories that are coated at off-site facilities.

The benefits of working with PPG

By being a trusted advisor to our customers we help to find a customized solution that best fits their needs. Our technology offerings and product portfolio include solutions for any part – interior or exterior, metal or plastic, matte or glossy with any substrate – metal, plastic, or rubber.

Global capability, local presence
Color styling and color trend expertise
Multiple performance levels to match specific requirements
Numerous platform options to provide versatility and flexibility
Variety of application methods and unique layering systems to drive efficiency
Long experience of working with Tier suppliers:
Color and technology approvals with major OEMs around the globe
Technical service teams to support on-site and at any point in the process
A single-source supplier – with solutions for various parts applied for major OEMs

Our auto parts offerings

Chassis & Structure

Chassis and structural elements are exposed to the harshest conditions. Our coatings deliver exceptional corrosion protection, chip resistance and excellent durability.

For areas like engine blocks, radiators, compressors and brackets, our products are designed to align with your existing process applications and help to reduce energy consumption.

Ride Performance

For all the components that help your customers have the smoothest experience possible, our coatings deliver exceptional performance and durability.

Trim, Frames & Rails

These exterior trim areas demand coatings that deliver both performance and appearance and our topcoats are designed for outstanding physical protection, toughness and style.

Our interior coatings solutions are designed to deliver longstanding durability, scratch resistance, chemical resistance and comfort.

From integrated modules to coatings for plastic body parts, PPG meets your needs for areas like bumpers, spoilers, grills, rocker panels, doors, fenders, side view mirrors and more.

Flexible Coatings

Our products are specifically designed to deliver excellent topcoat performance and UV durability for rubber applications like door and sunroof sealing systems, lift gates and glass runs.

Meeting the unique needs of your industry

Autonomous Coatings

With autonomous vehicles being one of the primary mobility trends, the industry expects greater needs for advanced coating technologies and PPG is a leader in providing them.

PPG provides coatings, applications, sealants and adhesives for a broad array of automotive parts for OEMs and Tier suppliers around the world.

Commercial Vehicles

Our multi-technology approach makes coatings process more efficient and cost-effective for our commercial vehicle customers while meeting the needs of lightweight vehicles, energy savings, and improved sustainability.

Electric Vehicles

As OEMs continue to accelerate investment in full electric vehicles powered by lithium-ion battery packs, PPG is meeting their needs with cost-effective coatings that deliver performance, durability and safety.

Traditional Vehicle Coatings

We offer everything from waterborne and solventborne primer, basecoats, clearcoats, powder primers and scratch resistant ceramic clearcoats for traditional vehicle types.

With PPG Cetelon we specialize in paint systems for aluminum wheels, either solvent or water based and offer premium and ultra premium colors and finishes for OEMs and Tiers.