1. Protection: To provide a protective enclosure for the vehicle's occupants and components.
2. Structural integrity: To provide structural strength and rigidity to the vehicle, ensuring its ability to withstand various forces and stresses encountered during driving.
3. Aesthetics: To enhance the vehicle's visual appearance and contribute to its overall design and style.
4. Safety: To meet safety standards and regulations related to crashworthiness and passenger protection.
5. Durability: To resist corrosion, wear, and tear, ensuring longevity and reliability of the vehicle.
6. Weight management: To optimize the vehicle's overall weight, affecting fuel efficiency and performance.
7. Noise, Vibration, and Harshness (NVH) reduction: To minimize noise and vibrations transmitted into the vehicle's interior, enhancing comfort for occupants.
8. Aerodynamics: To optimize aerodynamic properties and reduce drag, contributing to improved fuel efficiency and stability at higher speeds.
9. Insulation: To provide thermal insulation, maintaining a comfortable temperature within the vehicle's interior.