Why Not Both: PPG 2021 colour report shows increase in two-tone finish popularity
Toronto, Ontario — When it comes to automotive paint, it seems drivers are having a tough time settling on just one colour as PPG released its 2021 automotive colour popularity report which shows that North Americans have developed an affinity for two-tone finishes. PPG’s press release issued alongside the report suggests that progression in the […]
Metallic Migraines: PPG research says some metallic finishes interfere with ADAS
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania — Repainting bumper covers with certain metallic finishes can interfere with the operation of radar units located behind the bumper, according to recent findings from PPG. The paint giant’s research was conducted in partnership with several automakers and aimed to calculate the impact of a variety of colours on repainted bumpers. The findings […]
Pit Pals: PPG renews sponsorship of Team Penske ahead of NTT INDYCAR SERIES
Toronto, Ontario — Automotive paint developer PPG is doubling down on its bond with the racing world, announcing that the company has renewed its sponsorship with Team Penske and two-time NTT INDYCAR SERIES champion Josef Newgarden. Newgarden is set to take the wheel of the No. 2 PPG Chevrolet in the NTT INDYCAR SERIES later […]
Product Report: New PPG primer announced
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania — On Feb. 1, PPG announced a new primer surfacer, the latest addition to the Envirobase paint system. Compatible with current PPG Envirobase reducers and undercoat hardeners, the Envirobase ECP35 2.1 VOC high production Surfacer is ready to sand after one hour of air drying or 15 minutes of force drying, said PPG. […]
Tuesday Ticker: January 25, 2022
Toronto, Ontario — In this weekly Tuesday Ticker, PPG reports its Q4 2021 and full-year results, while Honda makes a deal with a lithium-metal battery supplier. Picking up pace PPG reported both its full-year 2021 and Q4 2021 results last Friday, reporting net sales of about US$4.2 billion for the final quarter of 2021, about […]
The Power of PPG: Coatings giant to invest US$10 million to expand automotive OEM coatings production site
Wiengarten, Germany — PPG announced yesterday it will invest more than US$10 million to expand production of automotive original equipment manufacturer (OEM) coatings at its site in Weingarten, Germany. Expected to be complete in the second quarter of 2022, PPG is constructing a 929 sq. m. (10,000 square feet) addition to its existing facility with […]
New Role for Knavish: PPG appoints Tim Knavish COO, effective March
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania — PPG has announced the appointment of Tim Knavish, who currently serves as executive vice president, as the company’s chief operating officer, effective March 1, 2022. The coatings company said Knavish will have executive oversight responsibility for all of PPG’s strategic business units and operating regions and for the information technology (IT), environment, health […]
Setting the Pace: PPG named official supplier of Indianapolis Motor Speedway, NTT INDYCAR SERIES
Indianapolis, Indiana — PPG has yet again been named official paint and finishing supplier of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS) and the NTT INDYCAR SERIES. “We are excited to continue and further expand our relationship with racing and specifically with the historic Indianapolis Motor Speedway,” said PPG chairman and CEO Michael McGarry. “PPG paints, coatings […]
Come on Irene: PPG names Irene Tasi chief growth officer
Toronto, Ontario — PPG has named Irene Tasi as the company’s chief growth officer, a new position created to establish long-term corporate strategy. Tasi will be based at PPG’s global headquarters in Pittsburgh, Pa. and serve as a member of the company’s Operating Committee. “Irene is a proven, entrepreneurial leader who will help to drive […]
Big Picture Coatings: PPG launches training courses for commercial vehicle paint techs
Strongsville, Ohio — PPG has launched online training for commercial vehicle paint technicians, according to a press release from the coatings company. Part of the PPG Knowledge College fold, the new courses include product overviews, spray session instructions, and tips and tricks for achieving the best possible finish. “The PPG Knowledge College system represents a […]
