Overview - Body Structure

Ultra-high strength (hot-formed) components are also used in other parts of the body for increased crash support and rigidity. A new single piece component has both the B-pillar reinforcement and inner A-pillar reinforcement. Both are ultra-high strength (hot-formed) components. Crash pleats have been added to the upper area of the A-pillar in the roof side member to increase roof frame rigidity. These pleats absorb energy in the event of a side crash with a pole or other object.