Vehicle body structure for vehicle and vehicle

By designing the connection between the wheel cover in the body structure and the body skeleton, the sill exterior trim and fender, the problems of splash-proof pad leakage and internal parts exposed when the butterfly door is opened, and the aesthetics and strength of the body structure are improved.

CN222682546UActive Publication Date: 2025-03-28GREAT WALL MOTOR CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202421574593.8
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-07-04
Publication Date
2025-03-28
Estimated Expiration
2034-07-04

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Technical Problem

When the butterfly door is opened, the splash-proof pad leaks out and the internal parts are exposed, making it difficult to meet the requirements of exquisite perception. At the same time, the butterfly door produces a downward force when it is closed, causing the existing splash-proof pad material to stay and deform.

Method used

A body structure is designed, including a body frame, wheel cover, sill exterior trim and fender. The wheel cover forms a support surface on one side in the thickness direction, and the two ends in the height direction form a connecting edge, which is connected to the sill exterior trim and fender, ensuring that internal parts are blocked when the door is opened and providing support for the door.

Benefits of technology

It improves the aesthetics and overall strength of the body structure, prevents splash pads from leaking and material staying, and enhances the support and structural stability of the doors.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a vehicle body structure for a vehicle and the vehicle. The vehicle body structure comprises a vehicle body framework and a vehicle body, the wheel cover is connected with the vehicle body framework, a supporting face suitable for supporting a vehicle door of the vehicle is formed on one side, in the thickness direction, of the wheel cover, and a first connecting edge and a second connecting edge are formed at the two ends, in the height direction, of the wheel cover correspondingly; the doorsill exterior trim panel is arranged at the bottom of the wheel cover and connected with the first connecting edge, and the fender is arranged at the top of the wheel cover and connected with the second connecting edge. According to the vehicle body structure for the vehicle, the overall strength and attractiveness of the vehicle body structure can be improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the field of vehicles, and in particular to a body structure for a vehicle and a vehicle. Background Art

[0002] In the related technology, the butterfly door opens differently from the conventional vehicle. When the butterfly door is opened, the splash pad will leak out, and the space between the fender and the door is unobstructed, causing the internal parts to leak out, making it difficult to meet the requirements of exquisite perception. In addition, the butterfly door will generate a downward force when closed, and the existing splash pad is made of a relatively soft material, which is prone to sagging and deformation under long-term stress. Utility Model Content

[0003] The present application aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, one object of the present application is to propose a body structure for a vehicle, which can improve the overall strength and aesthetics.

[0004] The present application also provides a vehicle having the above-mentioned vehicle body structure.

[0005] According to an embodiment of the present application, a body structure for a vehicle includes: a body frame; a wheel cover, wherein the wheel cover is connected to the body frame, a support surface suitable for supporting a door of the vehicle is formed on one side of the wheel cover in the thickness direction, and a first connecting edge and a second connecting edge are formed at both ends of the wheel cover in the height direction respectively; a door sill outer trim and a fender, wherein the door sill outer trim is arranged at the bottom of the wheel cover and connected to the first connecting edge, and the fender is arranged at the top of the wheel cover and connected to the second connecting edge.

[0006] According to the body structure for a vehicle in an embodiment of the present application, the body structure has a body frame, a wheel cover, a door sill trim and a fender. The wheel cover can be set on the body frame, and the wheel cover has a first connecting edge connected to the door sill trim and a second connecting edge connected to the fender at both ends in the height direction. A supporting surface for supporting the door is formed on one side in the thickness direction. By connecting the wheel cover to the body frame, the door sill trim and the fender respectively, the internal parts can be shielded when the door is opened, thereby improving the aesthetics of the body structure. The wheel cover can also provide support for the door, thereby improving the overall structural strength.

[0007] In some embodiments of the present application, the wheel cover includes: a first plate, the first plate is connected to the vehicle body frame, the first plate has a support surface formed on one side in the thickness direction, and the first plate has a first connecting edge formed on one end in the height direction; a second plate, the second plate is connected to the other end of the first plate in the height direction, and the second plate has a second connecting edge formed on one end away from the first plate.

[0008] In some embodiments of the present application, a first mounting hole is formed on the first connecting edge, a second mounting hole corresponding to the first mounting hole is formed on the threshold outer panel, and the vehicle body structure also includes a first fastener, which passes through the first mounting hole and the second mounting hole and fixes the threshold outer panel to the first connecting edge.

[0009] In some embodiments of the present application, a flange portion is formed on the fender and is arranged opposite to the second connecting edge, a first limiting hole is formed on the second connecting edge, and a second limiting hole is formed on the flange portion and is arranged corresponding to the first limiting hole. The vehicle body structure also includes a limiting bracket, a limiting protrusion is formed on the limiting bracket, and the limiting protrusion is passed through the first limiting hole and the second limiting hole and abuts against the flange portion.

[0010] In some embodiments of the present application, a third connecting edge that fits and is connected to the vehicle body frame is formed on a side of the first plate facing the vehicle body frame.

[0011] In some embodiments of the present application, a third mounting hole is formed on the third connecting edge and is arranged to penetrate in the thickness direction, a fourth mounting hole is formed on the vehicle body frame and is arranged to correspond to the third mounting hole, and the vehicle body structure also includes a second fastener, which is passed through the third mounting hole and the fourth mounting hole and fixes the third connecting edge to the vehicle body frame.

[0012] In some embodiments of the present application, a mounting edge is formed on a side of the first plate facing away from the vehicle body frame, and the vehicle body structure further includes a sealing strip, which is disposed on the mounting edge and is suitable for fitting with the vehicle door.

[0013] In some embodiments of the present application, the vehicle body structure further includes: a splash pad, which is arranged on a side of the first plate away from the supporting surface and is respectively connected to the first plate and the fender.

[0014] In some embodiments of the present application, the wheel cover is constructed of SMC composite material and is integrally formed.

[0015] The following is a brief description of a vehicle according to an embodiment of the present application.

[0016] The vehicle according to the embodiment of the present application is provided with the body structure of the above-mentioned embodiment. Since the vehicle according to the embodiment of the present application is provided with the body structure of the above-mentioned embodiment, the body structure of the vehicle has a body frame, wheel covers, door sill trim panels and fenders. The wheel covers can be arranged on the body frame, and the two ends of the wheel covers in the height direction are respectively connected to the door sill trim panels and the fenders. One side of the wheel covers in the thickness direction can be used to support the vehicle doors. By respectively connecting the wheel covers to the body frame, the door sill trim panels and the fenders, the internal parts can be shielded when the vehicle doors are opened, thereby improving the aesthetics of the body structure. The wheel covers can also provide support for the vehicle doors, thereby improving the overall structural strength.

[0017] Additional aspects and advantages of the present application will be given in part in the description below, and in part will become apparent from the description below, or will be learned through the practice of the present application. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0018] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of the present application will become apparent and easily understood from the description of the embodiments in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:

[0019] Figure 1 is a structural schematic diagram of a vehicle body structure according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0020] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of the middle wheel cover;

[0021] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 A partial enlarged schematic diagram of the middle wheel cover and fender after they are matched;

[0022] Figure 4 yes Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the structure after the body structure and doors are coordinated.

[0023] Reference numerals:

[0024] 10. Body structure; 11. Body frame;

[0025] 12. wheel cover; 121. first connecting edge; 1211. first mounting hole;

[0026] 122. Second connecting edge; 1221. First limiting hole;

[0027] 123, first plate; 124, second plate; 125, third connecting edge; 1251, third mounting hole;

[0028] 126, installation edge; 13, threshold trim;

[0029] 14. fender; 141. flange portion; 1411. second limiting hole; 15. limiting bracket; 151. limiting protrusion;

[0030] 16. Sealing strip; 17. Splash pad; 20. Car door. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0031] The embodiments of the present application are described in detail below, and examples of the embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals throughout represent the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain the present application, and cannot be understood as limiting the present application.

[0032] Reference below Figure 1-Figure 4 A body structure 10 for a vehicle according to an embodiment of the present application is described, wherein the body structure 10 includes a body frame 11, a wheel cover 12, a door sill trim panel 13 and a fender 14, wherein the wheel cover 12 is connected to the body frame 11, wherein a support surface suitable for supporting a door 20 of the vehicle is formed on one side in a thickness direction of the wheel cover 12, wherein a first connecting edge 121 and a second connecting edge 122 are respectively formed at both ends in a height direction of the wheel cover 12, wherein the door sill trim panel 13 is disposed at the bottom of the wheel cover 12 and connected to the first connecting edge 121, and wherein the fender 14 is disposed at the top of the wheel cover 12 and connected to the second connecting edge 122.

[0033] At present, the opening method of butterfly doors is different from that of conventional vehicles. When the butterfly doors are opened, the splash pad will leak out, and the space between the fender and the door is not blocked, so that the internal parts are exposed, which makes it difficult to meet the requirements of exquisite perception. In addition, the butterfly doors will generate a downward force when closing, and the existing splash pad material is relatively soft, which is prone to sagging and deformation under long-term stress.

[0034] like Figure 1 and Figure 4 As shown, specifically, the vehicle body structure 10 includes a vehicle body frame 11, a wheel cover 12, a door sill outer trim 13 and a fender 14. The wheel cover 12 is connected to the vehicle body frame 11. In a specific embodiment, the vehicle body frame 11 may include an A-pillar, and the wheel cover 12 is connected to the A-pillar. A support surface is formed on one side of the wheel cover 12 in the thickness direction. The support surface can be used to support the vehicle door 20. When the vehicle door 20 is closed, it can be attached to the support surface and generate a downward force on the support surface. Therefore, the support surface can play a role in supporting the vehicle door 20 and improve the structural strength.

[0035] like Figure 2As shown, the wheel cover 12 is respectively formed with a first connection edge 121 and a second connection edge 122 at both ends in the height direction, and the threshold outer trim 13 can be arranged at the bottom of the wheel cover 12, and the threshold outer trim 13 can be connected to the first connection edge 121. It should be noted that the height direction referred to here can be the height direction of the vehicle, that is, the Z direction of the vehicle. Optionally, the threshold outer trim 13 and the first connection edge 121 are detachably connected by screws or bolts, or the threshold outer trim 13 and the first connection edge 121 are detachably connected by snapping or plugging, or the threshold outer trim 13 and the first connection edge 121 are directly welded and fixed by contact surfaces.

[0036] The fender 14 can be arranged on the top of the wheel cover 12, and the fender 14 can be connected to the second connection edge 122. Optionally, the fender 14 and the second connection edge 122 are detachably connected by screws or bolts, or the fender 14 and the second connection edge 122 are detachably connected by snapping or plugging, or the fender 14 and the second connection edge 122 are directly welded and fixed through the contact surface. By connecting the wheel cover 12 to the door sill outer trim 13 and the fender 14 respectively, the internal parts can be shielded when the door 20 is opened, thereby improving the aesthetics of the vehicle body structure 10.

[0037] In short, the vehicle body structure 10 of the present application comprises a vehicle body frame 11, a wheel cover 12, a door sill trim panel 13 and a fender 14. The wheel cover 12 can be arranged on the vehicle body frame 11, and the wheel cover 12 has a first connecting edge 121 connected to the door sill trim panel 13 and a second connecting edge 122 connected to the fender 14 at both ends in the height direction. The wheel cover 12 has a supporting surface for supporting the vehicle door 20 on one side in the thickness direction. By connecting the wheel cover 12 to the vehicle body frame 11, the door sill trim panel 13 and the fender 14 respectively, the internal parts can be shielded when the vehicle door 20 is opened, thereby improving the aesthetics of the vehicle body structure 10. In addition, the wheel cover 12 can also provide support for the vehicle door 20, thereby improving the overall structural strength.

[0038] like Figure 2 As shown, in some embodiments of the present application, the wheel cover 12 includes a first plate 123 and a second plate 124, the first plate 123 can be connected to the vehicle body frame 11, and a support surface is formed on one side of the first plate 123 in the thickness direction, a first connecting edge 121 can be formed at one end of the first plate 123 in the height direction, the second plate 124 can be connected to the other end of the first plate 123 in the height direction, and a second connecting edge 122 can be formed at one end of the second plate 124 away from the first plate 123, wherein the second plate 124 and the first plate 123 can be constructed as an integral molded part.

[0039] like Figure 2As shown, in some embodiments of the present application, a first mounting hole 1211 is formed on the first connecting edge 121 and is arranged to penetrate in the thickness direction, a second mounting hole can be formed on the door sill outer panel 13, and the second mounting hole can be arranged corresponding to the first mounting hole 1211. The vehicle body structure 10 also includes a first fastener, which can be passed through the first mounting hole 1211 and the second mounting hole and fix the door sill outer panel 13 to the first connecting edge 121.

[0040] Among them, the first mounting hole 1211 can be constructed in multiple forms, and the multiple first mounting holes 1211 can be arranged at intervals on the first connecting edge 121. The second mounting hole can be constructed in multiple forms, and the multiple second mounting holes can be arranged corresponding to the multiple first mounting holes 1211. The first fastener can be constructed in multiple forms, and each first fastener can be passed through the corresponding first mounting hole 1211 and the second mounting hole. By providing multiple first mounting holes 1211 and multiple second mounting holes, the matching strength between the threshold outer trim panel 13 and the first connecting edge 121 can be improved. In some embodiments, the first fastener can be constructed as a bolt.

[0041] like Figure 3 As described, in some embodiments of the present application, a flange portion 141 may be formed at one end of the fender 14 close to the wheel housing 12, and the flange portion 141 can be arranged opposite to the second connecting edge 122, wherein a first limiting hole 1221 may be formed on the second connecting edge 122, and a second limiting hole 1411 may be formed on the flange portion 141, and the first limiting hole 1221 and the second limiting hole 1411 may be arranged opposite to each other, and the vehicle body structure 10 also includes a limiting bracket 15, and the limiting bracket 15 may form a limiting protrusion 151, and the limiting protrusion 151 may be passed through the first limiting hole 1221 and the second limiting hole 1411 and abut against the flange portion 141, so that the flange portion 141 is installed on the second connecting edge 122, and then the fender 14 is installed on the wheel housing 12, which reduces the difficulty of installation and improves the efficiency of installation and disassembly.

[0042] Furthermore, the first limiting hole 1221 can be constructed as a plurality, the second limiting hole 1411 can also be constructed as a plurality and be arranged one-to-one with the plurality of first limiting holes 1221, and the limiting bracket 15 can be formed with a plurality of limiting protrusions 151 arranged at intervals, each limiting protrusion 151 can be passed through the corresponding first limiting hole 1221 and the second limiting hole 1411 and abut against the flange portion 141. The use of a structure of multiple first limiting holes 1221 and multiple second limiting holes 1411 can further improve the matching strength between the fender 14 and the wheel cover 12.

[0043] like Figure 2As shown, in some embodiments of the present application, a third connecting edge 125 is further formed on the side of the first plate 123 facing the vehicle body frame 11, and the third connecting edge 125 can be attached to and connected to the vehicle body frame 11. Optionally, the third connecting edge 125 and the vehicle body frame 11 are detachably connected by screws or bolts, or the third connecting edge 125 and the vehicle body frame 11 are detachably connected by snapping or plugging, or the third connecting edge 125 and the vehicle body frame 11 are directly welded and fixed via contact surfaces.

[0044] Furthermore, a third mounting hole 1251 is formed on the third connecting edge 125 and is arranged through the thickness direction, and a fourth mounting hole can be formed on the vehicle body frame 11, and the fourth mounting hole can be arranged corresponding to the third mounting hole 1251. The vehicle body structure 10 also includes a second fastener, and the second fastener can be passed through the third mounting hole 1251 and the fourth mounting hole, and the second fastener can connect the third connecting edge 125 with the vehicle body frame 11, wherein the third mounting hole 1251 and the fourth mounting hole can be respectively constructed as a plurality of holes arranged in a one-to-one correspondence, and the second fastener can be constructed as a plurality of holes and passed through the corresponding third mounting hole 1251 and the fourth mounting hole. The above structure can improve the matching strength between the wheel cover 12 and the vehicle body frame 11. In a specific embodiment, the second fastener can be constructed as a bolt.

[0045] like Figure 2 As shown, in some embodiments of the present application, a mounting edge 126 is formed on the side of the first plate 123 facing away from the vehicle body frame 11, and the vehicle body structure 10 also includes a sealing strip 16, which can be arranged at the mounting edge 126, wherein the sealing strip 16 can be fixed to the mounting edge 126 by bonding, and the sealing strip 16 can be fitted with the vehicle door 20 when the vehicle door 20 is closed, thereby ensuring the sealing effect of the vehicle door 20 when it is closed. At the same time, the sealing strip 16 can also provide a buffering force for the vehicle door 20 when it is closed, thereby preventing the vehicle door 20 from contacting the wheel cover 12 when it is closed and causing damage and deformation.

[0046] like Figure 1 As shown, in some embodiments of the present application, the vehicle body structure 10 also includes a splash pad 17, which can be arranged on the side of the first plate 123 away from the supporting surface, and the splash pad 17 can be connected to the first plate 123 and the fender 14 respectively, wherein the splash pad 17 can effectively block the mud and water splashes that are easily splashed during driving, reduce the pollution and impact on the vehicle body, windows, driver and other passengers, the first plate 123 can also provide a support point for the installation of the splash pad 17, and arranging the splash pad 17 on the side of the first plate 123 away from the supporting surface can also prevent the splash pad 17 from leaking out, thereby improving the overall aesthetics.

[0047] In some embodiments of the present application, the wheel cover 12 is constructed of SMC composite material. Compared with the metal material in the prior art, SMC composite material has excellent light weight and high strength properties. Under the same weight, SMC composite material can withstand a larger load, thereby achieving more efficient material utilization. Compared with metal materials, SMC composite material has better corrosion resistance and fatigue resistance, and the wheel cover 12 is integrally formed, which improves processing efficiency and structural strength.

[0048] The following is a brief description of a vehicle according to an embodiment of the present application.

[0049] The vehicle according to the embodiment of the present application is provided with the body structure 10 of the above-mentioned embodiment. Since the vehicle according to the embodiment of the present application is provided with the body structure 10 of the above-mentioned embodiment, the body structure 10 of the vehicle has a body frame 11, a wheel cover 12, a door sill outer trim panel 13 and a fender 14. The wheel cover 12 can be arranged on the body frame 11, and the two ends of the wheel cover 12 in the height direction are respectively connected to the door sill outer trim panel 13 and the fender 14. One side of the wheel cover 12 in the thickness direction can be used to support the door 20. By connecting the wheel cover 12 to the body frame 11, the door sill outer trim panel 13 and the fender 14 respectively, the internal parts can be shielded when the door 20 is opened, thereby improving the aesthetics of the body structure 10. In addition, the wheel cover 12 can also provide support force for the door 20, thereby improving the overall structural strength.

[0050] In the description of the present application, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "length", "width", "thickness", "up", "down", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inside", "outside", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential" and the like indicate orientations or positional relationships based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the present application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the referred device or element must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be understood as a limitation on the present application.

[0051] In the description of this application, "first feature" or "second feature" may include one or more of the features.

[0052] In the description of the present application, “plurality” means two or more.

[0053] In the description of the present application, a first feature being “on” or “under” a second feature may include that the first and second features are directly in contact with each other, or may include that the first and second features are not in direct contact with each other but are in contact with each other via another feature therebetween.

[0054] In the description of the present application, “above”, “over” and “above” a first feature to a second feature includes the first feature being directly above and obliquely above the second feature, or simply means that the first feature is horizontally higher than the second feature.

[0055] In the description of this specification, the description with reference to the terms "one embodiment", "some embodiments", "illustrative embodiments", "examples", "specific examples", or "some examples" means that the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in conjunction with the embodiment or example are included in at least one embodiment or example of the present application. In this specification, the schematic representation of the above terms does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Moreover, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any one or more embodiments or examples in a suitable manner.

[0056] Although the embodiments of the present application have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will appreciate that various changes, modifications, substitutions and variations may be made to the embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present application, and that the scope of the present application is defined by the claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A vehicle body structure for a vehicle, characterized in that: include: Body frame (11); A wheel cover (12), the wheel cover (12) being connected to the vehicle body frame (11), the wheel cover (12) having a support surface formed on one side in the thickness direction thereof for supporting a door (20) of the vehicle, and the wheel cover (12) having a first connection edge (121) and a second connection edge (122) formed on both ends in the height direction thereof; A threshold outer panel (13) and a fender (14), wherein the threshold outer panel (13) is arranged at the bottom of the wheel cover (12) and connected to the first connecting edge (121), and the fender (14) is arranged at the top of the wheel cover (12) and connected to the second connecting edge (122).

2. The vehicle body structure for a vehicle according to claim 1, characterized in that: The wheel cover (12) comprises: A first plate (123), the first plate (123) being connected to the vehicle body frame (11), the first plate (123) having a support surface formed on one side in the thickness direction, and a first connecting edge (121) formed on one end in the height direction; A second plate (124), the second plate (124) is connected to the other end of the first plate (123) in the height direction, and a second connecting edge (122) is formed at one end of the second plate (124) away from the first plate (123).

3. The vehicle body structure for a vehicle according to claim 2, characterized in that: A first mounting hole (1211) is formed on the first connecting edge (121), a second mounting hole corresponding to the first mounting hole (1211) is formed on the door sill outer panel (13), and the vehicle body structure further comprises a first fastener, the first fastener is passed through the first mounting hole (1211) and the second mounting hole and fixes the door sill outer panel (13) to the first connecting edge (121).

4. The vehicle body structure for a vehicle according to claim 2, characterized in that: The fender (14) is provided with a flange portion (141) arranged opposite to the second connecting edge (122); the second connecting edge (122) is provided with a first limiting hole (1221); the flange portion (141) is provided with a second limiting hole (1411) arranged corresponding to the first limiting hole (1221); the vehicle body structure further comprises a limiting bracket (15); a limiting protrusion (151) is formed on the limiting bracket (15); the limiting protrusion (151) is passed through the first limiting hole (1221) and the second limiting hole (1411) and abuts against the flange portion (141).

5. The vehicle body structure for a vehicle according to claim 2, characterized in that: A third connecting edge (125) that fits and is connected to the vehicle body frame (11) is formed on a side of the first plate (123) that faces the vehicle body frame (11).

6. The vehicle body structure for a vehicle according to claim 5, characterized in that: The third connecting edge (125) is formed with a third mounting hole (1251) extending through the third connecting edge (125) in the thickness direction, the vehicle body frame (11) is formed with a fourth mounting hole corresponding to the third mounting hole (1251), and the vehicle body structure further comprises a second fastener, the second fastener being passed through the third mounting hole (1251) and the fourth mounting hole and fixedly connecting the third connecting edge (125) to the vehicle body frame (11).

7. The vehicle body structure for a vehicle according to claim 2, characterized in that: A mounting edge (126) is formed on a side of the first plate (123) facing away from the vehicle body frame (11), and the vehicle body structure further comprises a sealing strip (16), wherein the sealing strip (16) is arranged on the mounting edge (126) and is suitable for fitting with the vehicle door (20).

8. The vehicle body structure for a vehicle according to claim 2, characterized in that: Also includes: A splash pad (17), the splash pad (17) being arranged on a side of the first plate (123) away from the supporting surface and being respectively connected to the first plate (123) and the fender (14).

9. The vehicle body structure for a vehicle according to claim 1, characterized in that: The wheel cover (12) is constructed of an SMC composite material, and the wheel cover (12) is integrally formed.

10. A vehicle, characterized in that: The invention comprises a vehicle body structure for a vehicle as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 9.