Design Factors
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Functions of Automotive
Body
Design Factors
The Body Challenge
The Early Days
Early Body and Chassis
Mass Production
American Styling Revolution
The Italians
Safety
Voice of the Customer
Mechanical Influences
Evolution of Body Features
- VOC
- Styling
- Ergonomics
- Planned obsolescence
- Crash worthiness
- Component mounting
- Manufacturing
- Materials
- Finish
- Assembly
- Maintenance
- Investment
- Piece cost
- Durability
- Design standards