1. Field of the Invention
The present invention relates to a vehicle body structure. More particularly, the present invention relates to a vehicle body structure configured to ensure both the strength of the vehicle body and the protection of the passengers.
2. Background Information
One example of a conventional vehicle body structure is disclosed in Japanese Laid-Open Patent Publication No. 9-202268 (page 2 and FIG. 1) that uses extruded light alloy materials for main framework members of the vehicle body to reduce the weight of the vehicle body and improve the protection of the passengers.
In view of the above, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art from this disclosure that there exists a need for an improved vehicle body structure that ensure both the strength of the vehicle body and the protection of the passengers. This invention addresses this need in the art as well as other needs, which will become apparent to those skilled in the art from this disclosure.