To accommodate elimination of the B-pillars, which provides unobstructed access for side loading through the 2006 model year, limited by the front seat design from 2007 onward, the Element features a chassis with reinforced joints, strengthened lower side sills, larger cross members, enlarged rocker panels, and five bulkheads per side.
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The Model 1952 had between cab and engine a loading ramp with a small folding side loading, front and back on that bridge had a foldable bench for 4 persons capacity, increased by around 600 kg to 2250 kg On Model 1952 also the fuel tank was arranged differently, the content increased from 70 to 100 liters.