Since September 2025, ArcelorMittal has been supplying its Usibor® 1500XCarb® steel for five hot-stamped structural components used in several Renault models.
Production of low-carbon steel along the EDP route
Steel is produced via the electric arc furnace route using 75 percent recycled material and is fully powered by renewable electricity. This production method reduces carbon emissions by almost 70 percent compared to traditional blast furnace steel production, supporting the decarbonization of the automotive supply chain.
The Renault Group has been using the Usibor ® 1500 for its structural body components for several years. Now, as part of its broader decarbonization strategy, Renault is partnering with ArcelorMittal to validate several steel grades developed under the XCARB® initiative.
The newly approved version of the XCARB® Usibor® 1500 retains the same mechanical and safety characteristics as conventional brands, while significantly reducing the carbon footprint of vehicle components.
The use of advanced low-carbon steel supports both emission reduction targets and the lightweight construction of vehicles, contributing to increased electric efficiency.
