There are a number of vehicles that take advantage of the attributes of aluminum extrusions to produce lightweight and long-lasting aluminum cross-members.
Why extruded aluminum?
- Weight reduction is critical in the front end, especially for trucks
- Torsional stiffness
- One-piece, consistent walls
- Easy to integrate
- Corrosion resistant
Select the vehicle below to learn more.
2019 Chevy Silverado
Strategic Use of Aluminum Extruded Frame Cross-Member
2019 Dodge Ram Rebel
Strategic Use of Aluminum Extruded Frame Cross-Member
2019 Jeep Wrangler
Strategic Use of Aluminum Extruded Frame Cross-Member
- 6061-T6 Aluminum
- High Strength
- Tight Tolerance
- Extruded & Welded End Cap
- E-coat
2022 Rivian R1T
Rocker, Cross-Member, Hood Support
2020 C8 Corvette
Aluminum-Intensive Body Structure Achieves Exceptional Product Performance
- Efficient use of multi-alloy, structural extrusions deliver low weight and torsional stiffness for superior vehicle dynamics and ride quality.
2019 Acura NSX
- Efficient use of multi-alloy, structural extrusions deliver low weight and torsional stiffness for superior vehicle dynamics and ride quality.
2020 Toyota Tundra
- Pickup Cargo Bed Cross Members on a Toyota Tundra.
- Lightweight SMC pickup cargo bed uses five extruded cross reinforcements on the short bed and 7 on the long bed.
202X Polestar 5
Aluminum-intensive body structure & crash protection on the Polestar
Tesla Model Y
Extrusion Content
- Rails, rear
- Rockers
- Cross-member
2023 Tesla Model S Plaid
Extrusion Content
- Rails
- Rockers
- Cross-members including toe board
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