Tag Archives: Body Reinforcement

2015 Audi S1 Sportback Body Structure

Extrication

Extrication Training The 2015 Audi S1 Sportback body structure makes use of extensive amounts of high-strength (including ultra-high, hot-stamped) steels, as well as aluminum.  The mostly aluminum shell with hot stamped, high-strength steel forming floors and bulkhead is really nothing new ...

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2015 Ford F150 Body Structure (Aluminum)

The 2015 Ford F150 has a bunch of aluminum in the body structure to reduce weight. Ford is claiming around a 700 pound weight savings compared to a traditional all steel body structure. So what does that mean for us?

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2014 Honda Accord Hybrid ERG and Body Structure

Here's a look at the 2014 Honda Accord Hybrid, the Emergency Response Guide (ERG), and body structure. Included are also two methods to de-power the vehicle.

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2014 Chevrolet Malibu Body Structure

The 2014 Chevrolet Malibu includes 10 air bags which includes knee airbags for the driver and front passenger. The body structure is made from an ultra-high-strength steel safety cage, along with rollover protection.

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