Challenge
An automotive company sought insights on material selection trends in Body-in-White design for future passenger cars and mobility concepts. The objective was to evaluate the decision-making process between hot- and cold-formed steel usage in light of factors like cost, performance, sustainability, and electrification trends.
Solution
expertpowerhouse provided access to experts with experience in structural body design at OEMs. The experts discussed decision criteria, anticipated shifts in material usage, and how OEMs balance competing priorities in Body-in-White design across different vehicle segments and regions.
Result
The insights obtained enabled the client to understand evolving material trends in automotive design, supporting strategic planning for future vehicle development. The project provided valuable data on how OEMs approach material choices in response to market and technology trends.