ArcelorMittal drives auto innovation with pioneering steel types

ArcelorMittal unveiled the results of its 'S-in motion' automotive research programme. Developed through direct technical collaboration with partners of automotive manufacturers, the S-in motion portfolio comprises arange of over 60 innovative press-hardened steel ( PHS ) and advanced high - strength steel (AHSS) solutions that can be implemented in vehicles today, delivering direct benefits to both car makers and consumers in terms of weight, safety and efficiency. The portfolio includes solutions covering 43 parts of the typical C-segment vehicle. Manufacturers that implement the lightest solution for each component can save up to 73kg or 19% of the typical vehicle's body in white (BIW) weight, compared with a baseline C-segment production car. According to a life cycle analysis (LCA) conducted throughout the process, from steel elaboration to the vehicle end of life, these weight savings have the potential to deliver a 13.5% reduction in CO2 equivalent emissions during the vehicle's use-phase, without compromising safety, durability or corrosion-resistance. According to the same LCA, another 15% reduction in CO2 equivalent emissions can be obtained during the production. These savings achieved by the implementation of AHSS further help car makers to improve the sustainability of their operations.Kobe 13 A.D. Shoes