Description:Advances in Vehicle Design is an introduction to vehicle and body systems in the sense of providing readers with an insight into analytical methods given in a wide variety of published sources such as technical journals, conference papers, and proceedings of engineering institutions, for which a comprehensive list of references is provided. В John Fenton distils and presents the best of this research and industry practice into an easily digestible, highly illustrated, and accessible form. Drawing on the available information, the author provides a well-structured and vital reference source for all automotive engineers. CONTENTS INCLUDE: Materials and construction advances Structure and safety Powertrain/chassis systems Electrical and electronic systems Vehicle development Systems development: powertrain/chassis System developments: body structure/systems