Magna International and Ford Motor have unveiled a multi-material lightweight vehicle (MMLV) concept that uses advanced material solutions to achieve a nearly 25% weight reduction compared to the current production vehicle. The Magna-led R&D activity, in cooperation with Ford, is co-funded by the US Department of Energy (DOE). The project includes engineering, prototype vehicle build and selected validation testing associated with a new aluminium-intensive passenger vehicle design architecture, facilitating an extensive use of advanced lightweight and high-strength materials, resulting in environmental and fuel economy benefits.
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