You've probably seen in some commercials this frame made of steel which protects you in rollovers. North America's Most Recycled Material. No, there's no difference to rust and corrosion just because it's high strength. That protection comes from galvanizing the steel which is a process of applying electrolitically zinc to the steel coils. The steel industry has developed new steels that will play a critical role in the future of automobiles.
Steel provides the safest and most secure framework for automotive vehicles.
The industry continues to develop stronger steel products to meet various automotive industry needs. The industry s proactive efforts ensure that the material will continue to be highly utilized in automobiles in the future. New cars are made with recycled steel. In fact, the steel used in car bodies and many internal parts is made with a minimum of 25 percent recycled steel and is every bit as recyclable at the end of its use. Auto dismantlers first remove all fluids and any parts that are still usable.