Weight Reduction with Aluminum

Part of All Cost-Effective Fuel Economy Improvement Strategies

Study confirms that substituting strong, light materials in automobiles is the only safe, cost-effective way to meet higher fuel economy targets.

Research Highlights

  • A study confirmed that substituting strong, low weight materials in vehicles is the only safe, cost-effective way to meet higher fuel economy targets. 

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