| Volkswagen | “Automotive light weight solutions are necessary more than ever to reduce CO2 emissions ”
“Multi-Material Concepts promise cost effective light weight solutions ” |
| GM | “We… are likely to use more lightweight materials in the future”
“One trend is clear -vehicles will consist of a more balanced use of many materials in the future,incorporating more lightweight materials such as nanocomposites and aluminum and magnesium.” |
| Mazda | Reduce each model by 220 lb by 2015; another 220 lb by 2020 |
| Nissan | Average 15% weight reduction by 2015
“We are… expanding the use of aluminum and other lightweight materials, and reducing vehicle weight by rationalizing vehicle body structure |
| BMW | “Lightweight construction is a core aspect for sustainable mobility improving both fuel consumption and CO2 emissions” |
| Renault | “To meet commitments on CO2 emission levels, it is important that we stabilize vehicle weight as from now, and then start bringing it down.” |
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