Parts Consolidation Study
Faced with growing pressure to deliver more efficient and cost-effective manufacturing processes, global vehicle manufacturers are increasingly seeking engineering solutions without compromising performance or safety.
These challenges are especially relevant to future vehicle design, particularly battery electric vehicle (BEV) platforms, which incorporate a wide range of structural components. As a result, parts consolidation has emerged as a critical strategy for reducing vehicle complexity and cost.
To address these challenges, WorldAutoSteel commissioned Ricardo Engineering to conduct a study demonstrating the potential of advanced high-strength steels (AHSS) in enabling parts consolidation, using the Steel E-Motive concept as the baseline reference vehicle.
The study’s objective was twofold:
- Demonstrate steel’s ability to achieve parts consolidation in a front body structure
- Highlight the applicability of these solutions for real-world use in current and future vehicle platforms
Explore the findings from the 2026 study in this report:
