Author Archives: Smitty

2022 Ford Maverick Hybrid Body Structure

Take a look at the body structure of the new 2022 Ford Maverick Hybrid. Notice the door ring is reinforced with ultra-high strength steels.

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2021 Lexus IS Body Structure

Here is a quick look at the 2021 Lexus IS Body Structure. Materials used in the body structure. Body in White Welds and Adhesive

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2021 Nissan Rogue Body Structure

The body structure of the next-generation 2021 Nissan Rogue is made from 35 percent ultra-high-strength steel which is up from 19 percent in the previous model.

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Sunroof Airbag?

Just when you thought the automakers had no where else they could place an airbag, Hyundai shows up with a roof airbag concept.

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2020 Toyota Camry Hybrid Body Structure

Screenshots from Toyota’s Emergency Response Quick Reference Guide for the 2020 Camry HV 2020 Toyota Camry Hybrid. Ultra-high strength steel reinforcements in the usual spots. Keep in mind, steel thickness and reinforcements vary throughout nearly every vehicle on the road. ...

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2020 BMW 2 Series Safety Systems

Here is the new 2020 BMW 2 Series. Like most vehicles out of Germany, this one is packed with system features, airbags, pedestrian protection active system, and maybe even the kitchen sink.

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2020 Land Rover Discovery Sport Body Structure

Take a look at the 2020 Land Rover Discovery Sport that has a state of-the-art body structure with both ultra-high-strength steel and lightweight aluminium. Discovery Sport also has a comprehensive occupant safety package including driver and passenger airbags, driver knee ...

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