…Automotive 7 General Motors chose Alcoa’s automotive cast- ings business for the  front and rear subframes  of its 2005 Corvette and Cadillac XLR models. Alcoa is helping General Motors extend its innova- tive Quick Plastic Forming process for aluminum body and closure panels, enabling the company to offer complex styling fea- tures on high-volume cars, such as the lift gate on the Chevrolet Malibu Maxx.  Subaru of America uses Alcoa’s proprietary alloy 6022-T43 for the hood and liftgate of its 2005 Legacy and Outback models to further enhance its luxury performance brand image.  Corvette’s reputation for performance is supported by Alcoa’s more than  20 years of experience in vehicle electrical system technology and just-in- time supply of customized  wire harnesses. Toyota honored Alcoa  Engineered Products with  a Multi-Year Achievement Award for its work on  the automaker’s Tundra and Sequoia vehicles.