The different ULSAB programmes offer steel solutions to the challenges facing
automakers around the world today: increase fuel efficiency, improve vehicle
performance and maintening affordability. In the ULSAB-AVC programme, the complete
body structure consists of high strength steel with over 80% being advanced high
strength steel grades. Application of advanced technology such as tailored blanks,
tailored tubes, sheet and tube hydroforming, and extensive laser welding was also
coupled with innovative design. The design and manufacturing features of ULSAB-AVC
body structure are presented along CAE analysis and economic analysis results.