​The automobile industry is seeing some major transformations propelled by technology, changes in regulations, and changing consumer tastes. These shifts are influencing the market for automotive casting parts that pose both challenges and opportunities to manufacturers. This article offers a brief overview of current trends in the market place as well as future predictions with regard to automotive casting parts; with focus on electric vehicles (EVs), self-driving cars and policy changes. Moreover, it provides an insight into potential areas of growth for manufacturers especially from developing nations.

More and more, sustainability is becoming a priority in the automotive sector due to the need for green vehicles. The casting industry, which is one of the most important parts of automobile manufacturing, has taken up several eco-friendly practices that aim at minimizing its ecological footprint. This article focuses on some sustainable practices in the field of automotive casting such as reuse of metal scrap materials; reduction of energy consumption and use of environment friendly materials. These measures help make a cleaner automotive industry and appeal to eco-minded buyers.