Replacing about half of the steel-based materials in a car would reduce the weight of the car

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Replacing about half of the steel-based materials in a car would reduce the weight of the car by almost 60%. This could lead to nearly a 30% increase in fuel efficiency. What kinds of materials could replace steel in cars? What would be the advantages and disadvantages in using these materials?
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Essentials of Materials Science and Engineering

ISBN: 978-1111576851

3rd edition

Authors: Donald R. Askeland, Wendelin J. Wright

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