• Title: Aluminum Continues Unprecedented Growth in Automotive Applications: DuckerFrontier Report Shows Increased Demand for Body Closures and Electric Vehicles
• Author: Andrea Svendsen
• Author Company: Light Metal Age
• Volume: Vol. 78, No. 6
• Year: 2020
• No. Pages: 3.5
• Description: Demand for aluminum in the automotive industry is continuing its growth trajectory, according to a new report from DuckerFrontier, "2020 North American Light Vehicle Aluminum Content and Outlook." The report notes that aluminum content is expected
to grow to 514 lbs per vehicle by 2026, up by 12% from 2020 levels. This article highlights how aluminum sheet used in closures (hoods, doors, etc.), body-in-white, and chassis applications represents one of the key growth areas, as well as an increase in electric vehicles.
• Companies Mentioned: Aluminum Continues Unprecedented Growth in Automotive Applications: DuckerFrontier Report Shows Increased Demand for Body Closures and Electric Vehicles
Product Code: ALUVD48P24