A moulded vehicle body structure 100 is provided with a unitary body comprising a first region 120 and a second region 122, and a flexible joint 150 with a first end 152 and a second end 154. Regions 120, 122 are connected to joint 150 allowing relative movement between the regions. Application of a force, for example thermal expansion or contraction, the joint 150 changes a distance between its ends 150, 152. A third region 124 and a plurality of joints 150 may also be provided. One or both of regions 120, 122 may have a class A surface portion. An assembly, a vehicle and a mounting method are also provided.


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    Title :

    A moulded vehicle body structure


    Contributors:

    Publication date :

    2025-03-12


    Type of media :

    Patent


    Type of material :

    Electronic Resource


    Language :

    English


    Classification :

    IPC:    B62D MOTOR VEHICLES , Motorfahrzeuge



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