The balanced use of different materials is crucial for economical lightweight construction. But which combinations and placements in the vehicle are the most effective and economical? The fifth "Automobil Industrie Leichtbau-Gipfel", which will take place on March 14/15, 2016 at the Vogel Convention Center in Würzburg, will provide answers. The event is being organized by the trade journal "Automobil Industrie" and the Alzenau-based training expert "carhs". Under the motto "The right material in the right place", renowned speakers from industry and universities will facilitate the professional exchange of know-how.



Four top speakers:

- Florian Schek (BMW): How fiber-reinforced plastics are changing lightweight construction processes -

using the example of the new BMW 7 Series

- Antony Riley (Jaguar Land Rover): The modular lightweight design of the new Jaguar

F-Pace

- Markus C. Hahn (Mazda): The new MX 5 - The Lightweight Sports Car by Mazda

- Jürgen-Werner Becke (VW): Innovative lightweight steel construction - using the VW Passat as an example



In addition to presentations, participants at the Lightweight Construction Summit can look forward to a panel discussion and specialist sessions focusing on bodywork, components, materials, production, drive systems and interiors. The "Lightweight City" will showcase the latest concepts and ideas from the organizers. Universities and institutions will present development projects in the "Lightweight Campus". The "Meet & Talk" area enables personal discussions with the speakers following their presentations.



The "Automotive Industry Lightweight Construction Summit" will take place on

14/15 March 2016 at the Vogel Convention Center, Würzburg



Further information and registration at leichtbau-gipfel.de

Accreditation for journalists at gunther.schunk@vogel.de



"Automobil Industrie " - The whole world of mobility. "Automobil Industrie" is the trade magazine at the intersection of technology and business. The focus is on technology and production, lightweight construction and materials as well as information technologies. The megatopics surrounding mobility also feature prominently in the magazine. News from the industry can be found at www.automobil-industrie.de and in the daily newsletter. The parent company Vogel Business Media is Germany's largest trade media company with 100+ trade journals, 100+ web portals, 100+ business events as well as numerous mobile offerings and international activities. Its headquarters are in Würzburg. The company celebrates its 125th birthday in 2016.