STEEL APPLICATIONS FOR LIGHTER AND SAFER CARS
Docol® steel grades serve specific design purposes and are chosen by designers for a wide range of applications and used by OEMs and tier suppliers in millions of vehicles around the world.
Select your application and find the recommended steel grade
Automotive steel and automotive industry applications
Bumpers
AHSS for bumper reinforcements can contribute to major weight savings, as the demands on force absorption are high.
Chassis
High strength steel for chassis provides excellent formability and fatigue resistance properties.
Door beams
Upgrading side impact beams can contribute to major weight savings. For this purpose, the strength of AHSS steels provides an ideal solution.
Seating
Being such a heavy item in the car, the potential for reducing weight on the seat is obvious. Advanced high-strength steel can benefit the entire frame in a seat.
Structural body parts
Parts such as sill reinforcements and cross-members must have both high energy absorption capabilities and low weight. Stiffness can be maintained with optimized geometrical shape.
Battery protection
Electric car batteries are expensive and need to be protected from road debris or leaking hazardous material in the event of a collision. Docol® AHSS can help to ensure the strongest protection with the lowest possible weight.
Racing cars
The Docol® R8 Tube, made from high strength steel, is strong, safe and consistent to work with. It allows you to create racing chassis and components that deliver the highest performance. Racing sure has changed.
Product program for automotive parts
New formulations and grades of Docol® high-performance steels enable you to produce vehicles that are stronger, lighter and more energy efficient.
How to choose the right steel for the right application
Advanced high-strength steels from SSAB come as hot-rolled, cold-rolled, hot-dip galvanized and electrogalvanized products for your applications. To find out which Docol® product is just right for your needs, contact SSAB Technical Support today.