Abstract
This study focuses on various weight reduction concepts and strategies
followed by the OEMs. Geographical Scope: Global - North America, Europe,
Asia Pacific Market Forecast: The study period will be from 2002 - 2015. 2008
is the base year and 2009 - 2015 is the forecast period System Definition:
Powertrain - Engine (including starter/alternator, cooling and exhaust
system) and transmission (clutch, gearbox and shifter) Chassis - Suspension,
steering, braking, driveline (drive shaft, axle, and differential), wheels
(including tires) Vehicle Body - Body In White and Material composition.
Interior and Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning - Seats, trims,
glass, cockpit and HVAC.
Table of Contents
1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Summary of Key Findings
- Top Strategic Fact Sheet
- Methods Towards Weight Reduction
- Vehicle Weight Reduction Potential
- Key Weight Reduction Techniques
- Legislations Influencing Weight Reduction
- Vehicle Weight Band - Europe
- Vehicle Weight Band - The United States
- Key Weight Reduction Techniques vs. Cost difference
- Use of Aluminium in the Car
- Use of Plastics in the car - Trend by Application Area
- Decision Making Structure for Weight Reduction
- Key Conclusion
2. VEHICLE WEIGHT REDUCTION - INDUSTRY CHALLENGES; MARKET DRIVERS AND RESTRAINTS AND LEGISLATION
Weight Reduction - Industry Challenges; Market Drivers and Restraints and Legislation
- Industry Challenges
- Market Drivers and Restraints
- Legislation
3. ANALYSIS AND FORECASTS OF WEIGHT REDUCTION IN THE AUTOMOTIVE BODY IN WHITE (BIW)
BIW
- BIW - An Overview
- BIW: Multi-material Concept
- BIW: Steel Versus Aluminium
- BIW: OEM - Willingness to Pay
Materials and Adhesives
- Automotive Structural Adhesives
- Use of Aluminium in the Car
- Use of Composite and Plastic in the Car
Case Studies
- Case Study 2: Weight Reduction in Front-End Modules
- Case Study 3: Aerodynamics
4. ANALYSIS AND FORECASTS OF WEIGHT REDUCTION IN THE AUTOMOTIVE POWERTRAIN MODULES AND SYSTEMS
Weight Reduction - Powertrain
- Lightweight Trends in Transmissions
- Engine Downsizing
5. ANALYSIS AND FORECASTS OF WEIGHT REDUCTION IN THE AUTOMOTIVE CHASSIS MODULES AND SYSTEMS
Weight Reduction - Chassis
- Braking
- Suspension
- Steering
6. ANALYSIS AND FORECASTS OF WEIGHT REDUCTION IN THE AUTOMOTIVE INTERIOR MODULES AND SYSTEMS
Weight Reduction - Interior
- Seats
- Glazing
- Doors and Cockpit
- HVAC
7. WEIGHT REDUCTION CONCEPTS AND EXAMPLES
Weight Reduction - Case Studies and Examples
- Electric Corner Module
- Gordon Murray' s T.25 Concept
- Audi Aluminum Space Frame
- Mercedes C Class
- Mazda 2
- Volkswagen 1 Litre Concept Car
- BMW 7 Series
8. WEIGHT REDUCTION - STRATEGIES OF MAJOR OEMS
OEM Profile
- Ford
- Hyundai
- Nissan
- Fiat
- Daimler
- BMW
- Toyota
- General Motors
9. WEIGHT REDUCTION - VOICE OF THE CONSUMERS
Weight Reduction - Voice of the Consumers
- Consumer Engineering Survey - Key Conclusion
- Perception of Environment Sustainability
- Perception on Vehicle Emission
- Perception on Engine Downsizing
- Perception on Fuel Economy
10. KEY FINDINGS AND CONCLUSION
Findings and Conclusion
- Weight Reduction Forecasts (Europe and The United States)
- Vehicle Weight Reduction vs. CO2 Emission (Europe)
- Vehicle Weight Band (Europe)
- Vehicle Weight Band (The United States)
- Decision Making Structure for Weight Reduction
- Value Chain Analysis of OEMs Decision Making on Supplier Selection for
Plastics
- Conclusion
11. ABOUT FROST & SULLIVAN
About Frost & Sullivan
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