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unibody

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Unibody means the car’s frame and body are one piece. It makes cars lighter and better on roads.

Technical Definition

Unibody construction integrates the vehicle’s frame and body into a single structure, reducing weight and improving handling but offering less ruggedness than body‑on‑frame.

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