PPG to highlight coatings for battery electric vehicles at North American International Detroit Auto Show and The Battery Show

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PPG (NYSE: PPG) will showcase its innovative coatings for battery electric vehicles (EV) at the North American International Detroit Auto Show and The Battery Show from Sept. 13-15. Key highlights include PPG CORACHAR™ fire protection solutions that enhance safety and manufacturability, as well as advanced coatings technologies aimed at improving the production of Li-ion battery cells and modules. The company emphasizes its role in the automotive industry's transition to EVs, aiming to enhance driver safety and support sustainability goals.

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• Showcasing innovative battery coatings solutions at major automotive trade shows.
• PPG CORACHAR™ enhances safety and production efficiency for battery EVs.
• Supports OEMs in developing energy storage solutions, accelerating market readiness.

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PPG’s battery coatings enable safety, performance, manufacturability

PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- PPG (NYSE: PPG) today announced that it will showcase its growing portfolio of paints and coatings for battery electric vehicles (EV) during the North American International Detroit Auto Show at Huntington Place in Detroit and The Battery Show, North America at The Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi, MI. Both shows begin on Sept. 13 and run through Sept. 15.

Exhibits at both events will include PPG CORACHAR™ battery fire protection solutions that enhance safety and production efficiency, along with other coatings innovations that are supporting the massive shift to battery EVs.

At the Detroit Auto Show (booth #PT630), PPG will also display advanced coatings technologies for auto parts suppliers to streamline the supply chain, and digital color tools that will enable OEMs to bring new colors to market faster.

PPG will also showcase coatings solutions for the design, construction and production of Li-ion battery cells, modules and packs at The Battery Show (booth #1821). These coatings enhance performance, safety and manufacturability to enable OEMs and battery and component manufacturers to accelerate the development of energy storage solutions.

“The automotive industry is pivoting to the latest technologies to deliver on the future of mobility as society’s use of automobiles shifts,” said Andrew Carroll, PPG vice president, Automotive Coatings, Americas. “Our innovative paints and coatings will play a leading role in this transition and will advance the technology to improve driver safety, assist in meeting sustainability goals and drive profitability.”

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD®

At PPG (NYSE:PPG), we work every day to develop and deliver the paints, coatings and specialty materials that our customers have trusted for nearly 140 years. Through dedication and creativity, we solve our customers’ biggest challenges, collaborating closely to find the right path forward. With headquarters in Pittsburgh, we operate and innovate in more than 75 countries and reported net sales of $16.8 billion in 2021. We serve customers in construction, consumer products, industrial and transportation markets and aftermarkets. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com.

CoraChar is a trademark and We protect and beautify the world and the PPG Logo are registered trademark of PPG Industries Ohio, Inc.

CATEGORY Automotive OEM Coatings

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PPG Media Contact:

Keith Rigby

Automotive Coatings

+1 724 678 1453

krigby@ppg.com

www.ppg.com

Source: PPG

FAQ

What products is PPG showcasing at the Detroit Auto Show?

PPG is showcasing its battery coatings and PPG CORACHAR™ fire protection solutions for battery electric vehicles.

When is the North American International Detroit Auto Show?

The Detroit Auto Show runs from September 13 to 15.

What is PPG's role in the electric vehicle market?

PPG is providing innovative coatings that enhance safety, performance, and manufacturability for battery electric vehicles.

Where can I find PPG's booth at The Battery Show?

PPG's booth at The Battery Show is located at booth #1821.

How does PPG support OEMs in the automotive industry?

PPG aids OEMs by providing advanced coatings technologies that streamline supply chains and enhance production processes.