Green Car Congress

JUNE 24, 2013

The XL1 is aggressively optimized for efficiency in all areas of its design and technology—from materials (carbon fiber reinforced polymer monocoque); to powertrain (0.8L Data: Volkswagen, US EPA and DOE. The battery comprises 60 25Ah cells, with a carbon-fiber case. Click to enlarge. Materials and weight.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 16, 2010

This subtopic seeks research and development projects on novel lubricant formulations expected to improve the efficiency of advanced combustion regime engines by at least 10% (improvement based on comparison to similarly configured 2002 or later commercially available combustion engine). Development of Low-Cost Carbon Fiber.

Li-ion 231

Li-ion Carbon Fiber Vehicles Low Cost 231

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 23, 2021

The EPA has rated the EcoBoost 2.3L mpg, exceeding the EPA figure. If fuel economy is your primary focus and you can live without high performance, the standard turbocharged 2.3L Accent stitching on the seats, console and heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel combined with carbon fiber on the dash to add custom detail.

Ford 86

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