Material Type | Vehicles in corrosive environments | Steel (Industry Standard) | Aluminum Alloy (5052-H32 grade) [Base] | Anodized Aluminum with 20μm coating [Advanced ▲] |
| (salt, humidity) | | Base: 30% lighter than steel, ASTM B117 1000hrs corrosion resistance | Advanced: Enhanced corrosion resistance (ASTM B117 1500hrs) |
| | | Industry: Cost-effective but 50% heavier | Disadvantage: Slightly heavier than Base ▲ |
Design Aesthetics | Luxury vehicles needing sleek appearance | Functional, angular design (Industry Standard) | Sleek, curved design (ISO 2631 compliance) [Base] | Sleek + LED lighting (IP65 rated) [Advanced ▲] |
| | | Base: Complements modern cars, improves curb appeal | Advanced: Adds visibility and style ▲ |
| | | Industry: Less stylish, no extra features | Disadvantage: Higher cost ▲ |
Accessibility Features | SUVs with high entry height | Standard 8-inch step (Industry Standard) | 6-inch step height [Base] | 6-inch + anti-slip treads (ASTM F1677) [Advanced ▲] |
| | | Base: Easier entry for passengers | Advanced: Reduces slipping risk by 40% ▲ |
| | | Industry: Less accessibility | Disadvantage: Slightly bulkier ▲ |
Customization Options | Vehicles requiring tailored fit | Universal mounting (fits 5 models) [Industry] | Adjustable brackets (15+ models) [Base] | Universal + no-drill installation [Advanced ▲] |
| | | Base: Versatile for multiple vehicles | Advanced: Easy installation without drilling ▲ |
| | | Industry: Limited compatibility | Disadvantage: Complex setup for Base ▲ |
Durability | Commercial vehicles in harsh conditions | 5-year corrosion warranty (Industry Standard) | 10-year warranty [Base] | 15-year warranty (ASTM B117 1500hrs) [Advanced ▲] |
| | | Base: Outperforms Industry by 100% lifespan | Advanced: Extra durability for extreme use ▲ |
| | | Industry: Shorter lifespan in corrosive areas | Disadvantage: Higher cost ▲ |
Safety Features | Vehicles in wet/icy conditions | Smooth surface (Industry Standard) | Textured black tread (ASTM F1677) [Base] | UV-resistant coating + anti-slip (ASTM F1677) [Advanced ▲] |
| | | Base: Reduces slipping risk by 30% | Advanced: Maintains grip in UV exposure ▲ |
| | | Industry: Basic grip only | Disadvantage: Adds 10% weight ▲ |