Tag Archives: 2010 Models

The Honda Accord Crosstour is made from 46 percent high-strength steel. Just like every other Honda, the Crosstour uses the Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) body structure. High tensile strength steel tubular beams are inside the door structure for side impact ...

CONSTRUCTION A rigid structure enables designers to maintain tight body-panel fit tolerances, tune the suspension for precise ride and handling, help keep the ride squeak- and rattle-free as well as to provide long-term durability and high levels of crash protection ...

The 2010 Hyundai Veracruz is constructed with a reinforced unibody. The body structure is made of high-tensile steel with engineered crumple zones.   The Veracruz receieved a 4 Star Rollover Rating from the NHTSA.  Side impacts the vehicle receieved 5 Stars.  So there is high ...

Many auto makers have created acronyms for their safety cage of UHSS body structure, Mazda is no different. To maintain a rigid safety cage around the passenger compartment, the Mazda CX-9 body is built around the Mazda Advanced Impact-energy Distribution ...

The 2010 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain are packed full of UHSS and Dual Phase Steel.   4.  A-Pillar and Roof Rail Reinforcement – Dual Phase Steel 10. Center Reinforcement Pillar Replacement – Dual Phase Steel 13. Side Door Impact Beams – ...

9.  Rear Door Inner Reinforcement Beam – Ultra High Strength Steel12. Front Door Inner Reinforcement Beam – Ultra High Strength Steel13. Center Pillar Reinforcement – Ultra High Strength Steel14. Rocker Inner Panel – Ultra High Strength Dual Phase Steel15. Front ...

The 2010 Lincoln MKT has a safety feature that First Responders need to be aware of.  There is a a hydroformed high-strength steel tube in the floor that runs the width of the vehicle from B-pillar to B-pillar and reinforcements ...