In industrialized countries the convenience of a car is a matter of course nowadays – almost everyone owns at least one vehicle. This trend seems unabated so far because the automotive industry is constantly growing. But ships, aircraft, and trains also require a variety of products. The selection of the right needles plays an important role, especially in the production of seating, interiors, airbags, and tires, as well as web slings, cargo belts, tie-downs and safety belts.

In addition to fashion requirements, functional concerns and safety aspects are priorities in most products for vehicles. They must, for example, be flame retardant, shear and scrub-resistant, and light resistant. These properties must be proven with strict quality controls. The production of the relevant items is a continuously controlled process that is strongly influenced by the sewing parameters. The influence of the right needle is often underestimated. It is therefore important to point out that the right needle size and point shape should be selected during the planning process.