# Glued-Body SUVs This New GMC SUV Features Adhesive Glue Along Its Seams By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2016-08-16 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gmc-suv References: [engadget](https://www.engadget.com/2016/08/14/gmc-acadia-glued-body/) & [gmc](http://www.gmc.com/suvs/choose-your-acadia-mid-size-suv.html) The 2017 Acadia is a GMC SUV that has some truly impressive performance specs as well as a wide array of infotainment and safety features, not to mention a truly slick and outstanding design -- but the most impressive and innovative feature of this vehicle isn't immediately visible to the naked eye. This particular GMC SUV makes use of aircraft-grade adhesives all along the seams, something which allows it to have a body that's so stiff that the vehicle gets by using thinner steel. The end result of this intelligent structural engineering is a GMC SUV that is an incredible 700 pounds lighter than its predecessor. This allows it to achieve as many as 23 miles per gallon. This GMC SUV is a great example of how out-of-the-box thinking in auto engineering can lead to [greater fuel efficiency](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lexus-lx-700h). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Adhesive Glue:** The use of adhesive glue in automotive engineering opens up opportunities for lightweight vehicle construction and increased fuel efficiency. - **Structural Engineering:** Innovations in structural engineering can lead to significant weight reduction in vehicles, contributing to improved fuel efficiency and performance. - **Fuel Efficiency:** Emphasizing fuel efficiency in vehicle design encourages the adoption of innovative technologies and materials to reduce carbon emissions. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive Engineering:** The automotive engineering industry can focus on developing new adhesive technologies and lightweight materials to enhance performance and fuel efficiency in vehicles. - **Automotive Manufacturing:** Vehicle manufacturers can explore the integration of adhesive gluing techniques in their production processes to create lighter vehicles with improved fuel efficiency. - **Sustainable Transportation:** The pursuit of fuel efficiency in transportation fuels innovations in sustainable mobility solutions and promotes the development of greener vehicles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Stealthy Off-Road Pickup Trucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gmc-sierra-1500.md) - [Stylish Compact SUV Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-suvs.md) - [Customized Electric SUV Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3x-line.md) - [Next-Gen Safety SUV Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/renault-symbioz-hybrid-suv.md) - [Trail-Targeted SUV Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lucid-gravity-x-concept.md) - [Luxury Overlanding SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2024-lexus-gx-550-overtrail-aap-sema-build.md) - [Electric Pickup Trucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sierra-denali.md) - [Performance-Ready Luxury SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cadillac-escalade-vseries-suv.md) - [Off-Road Luxury SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gx550-overtrail.md)