The study results indicate that improved interior designs using polyurethane material result in price increases to the vehicle purchaser of: $29-$46 for passenger cars, $26-$34 for pickup tracks, $42-$57 for sport utility vehicles, and $67-$89 for vans. Weight increases are projected to be 1.6 - 4.8 lbs. for passenger cars; 1.5 - 2.9 lbs for pickup trucks; 3.1 - 6.3 lbs for sport utility vehicle; and 4.8 - 9.6 lbs for vans. Capital requirements for fleet wide adoption of like designs are expected to be approximately $68 - $86 million. Minimum leadtime is expected to be 28 months.


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    Title :

    Incremental Cost, Weight, and Leadtime Impacts of Adding Improved Padding to Motor Vehicle Interiors


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    Publication date :

    1994


    Size :

    53 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English





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