Mercedes-Benz has a long history of combining quality materials and cutting edge technology to build its cars. Strong, light-weight materials are used to craft body components and structural elements.
Mercedes autos, like the popular C-Class, are built using ultra light-weight high-strength steel alloys. According to World Steel Association, Mercedes uses advanced steel alloys because they provide greater performance and safety and weigh less than standard steel body material.
New Sports Class Mercedes are light weight and responsive because of new aluminum construction methods. The body of the SL weighs in at just 531 lbs. and is constructed from a combination of forged, cast and sheet aluminum.
Automobile manufacturers are using lighter body materials to improve fuel efficiency to meet the stringent CAFÉ standards imposed by the government. Mercedes is cooperating with Toray to manufacture strong carbon fiber reinforced plastic body panels for its 2012 models.
