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SAE 100 Future look: When you talk about traditional perceptions of materials in the automotive industry, you talk pounds, pellets, and pails.

When you talk about traditional perceptions of materials in the automotive industry, you talk pounds, pellets, and pails. You think about shipping, delivery, and volume. But you don't necessarily make advancements in vehicle design or safety when you are focused only on bulk materials and price comparisons.

OEMs are hustling to implement unique ideas that deliver measurable results, such as improved vehicle safety, structural and handling stability, weight and cost savings, streamlining of processes, and parts consolidation. Achieving these important goals requires a team of specialists in materials engineering, design, and application technologies. This is a new approach for traditional materials suppliers, as it broadens opportunities and extends the scope of traditional services.