Study: Aluminum Superior in Losing Weight, Boosting MPG
A new study shows that an all-aluminum vehicle can shed more than 40% body mass & boost fuel economy by 18% when combined with other design changes.
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Accelerating Aluminum
With the pedal to the metal, automotive aluminum use is expected to double its 2008 share of the materials mix by 2025 – its growth is driven by the environmental, safety and performance advantages it delivers.
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The Next Frontier:
Auto Body Frames
“In the next five years, you'll see more high-volume mass-market cars with all-aluminum bodies,” ATG Chairman Randall Scheps.
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Aluminum:
Performance Perfected
For faster acceleration, shorter braking and better handling, it’s no coincidence that leading high performance dream machines are all-aluminum – and it’s coming to a family car near you!
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Aluminum Proves
Its Mettle
The U.S. military trusts aluminum’s durability to protect our troops as they navigate the most unforgiving environments – consumers can expect the same in their cars, SUVs and pickups.
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Aluminum News
In a recent ZigWheels article, the Jaguar F-Type was celebrated for being packed with “mechanical & electronic wizardry.” The vehicle’s aluminum chassis and decade of aluminum expertise keeps its curb weight to a bare minimum.
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ATG Technical Committee Chairman Doug Richman participated in NHTSA’S Mass/Size/Safety Workshop. Click here to view his presentation. Aluminum is superior in absorbing impact and folding predictably in a crash.
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If you missed our free webinar on the latest vehicle weight loss study, be sure to download our presentation [PDF] and watch the replay!
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