MAZDA will introduce their Mazda CX-5 at Dahl Mazda - 712 4th Street South in La Crosse, WI, by early 2012. Aside from it being a much anticipated crossover from the Mazda, it is the first car made with ultra-high tensile steel. Wondering what that means?

Ultra-high tensile steel is a light weight, strong material, which can absorb shock, in the event of a collision, in various parts of the vehicle body. It gives occupants a greater chance of surviving accidents, along with improving vehicle maneuverability.

The ultra-high tensile steel will be fabricated into front and rear bumpers, which will become 20% stronger and over 10 lbs lighter.

"Mazda conducted extensive research into how bumper beams deform in a crash, and created a new design that absorbs energy more efficiently," according to one report.¹

This produces increases gas mileage ratings for CX-5 as well. Added to the fuel efficient SKYACTIV engine, Mazda cars may become the most Eco-friendly on the road. Ultra-high tensile steel is only part of Mazda's plan for future lightweight, highly rigid vehicles.

Source: ¹http://www.motorauthority.com/news/1066864_mazda-first-automaker-to-implement-ultra-high-tensile-steel/