Automotive and commercial transportation manufacturers must design and produce vehicles that meet both consumer expectations and government standards for safety, comfort, performance, and sustainability. These expectations are continually evolving and vehicles must closely follow if not lead the trend.
For example, environmental impacts now are a central consideration in vehicle development, both in terms of fuel efficiency and CO2 emissions throughout the vehicle’s lifecycle, which can be up to 15 years. This has led to a revolution in vehicle design, bringing in new lightweight materials to replace and partner with more than 100 years of stand-alone steel.