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Large-volume aluminium extruded sections are
used as sill reinforcements to stiffen the cell
structure in the event of an offset or side crash.
The front roof frame is designed as a hybrid
component in order to reduce the weight.
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High-tensile steel sheets are used especially in
areas which require strengthening and greater
impact resistance.
Special steel sheets are also used in the body
structure, e.g. front wheelhouse cross-member.
The engine bonnet and front mudguards are made
of aluminium.
In addition to the add-on parts in the shell,
aluminium sheets are used in the structure for
large-area components which are not subject to
excessive stress.
