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JUNE 2, 2021

On the open road, meanwhile, the coasting function can take over, allowing the car to “freewheel” with no drive power whenever the driver eases off the accelerator. The optimized aerodynamic properties that contribute to the car’s drag coefficient of just 0.25 Adaptive recuperation is the default setting in driving position D.

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BMW Carbon Fiber All-Electric Batteries 418

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APRIL 28, 2023

Look for touches like unique wheels, carbon fiber mirror caps, and a dark grille. It’s not all paint and wallpaper, as Quadrifoglio models also upgrade the limited-slip differential from standard to operate mechanically instead of with what’s technically traction control wizardry.& It is priced at $55,825 plus destination.

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Carbon Fiber Lithium Ion Italy Light 78

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JUNE 9, 2016

Los Angeles currently has a 50% EV procurement guideline for all new light duty fleet vehicles, which will go to 80% by 2025 as called for in the Los Angeles Sustainable City pLAn. The BMW i3 police cars began hitting the streets of Los Angeles this spring badged with an LAPD insignia. Earlier post.)

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BMW Los Angeles Supplies Carbon Fiber 150

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APRIL 29, 2024

Instead, I struggled to make this beast fit into urban parking spaces and alleyways while seemingly watching the fuel gauge march from full to empty just during the amount of time it takes to be stopped at a red light. I mean, 700 horsepower and 640 lb-ft of torque cures a lot of ills. rear axle, and a terrain management system.

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F-150 Ford MPG Carbon Fiber 93

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AUGUST 18, 2023

Adding the third pedal might make the car a bit more engaging to drive, but it doesn’t really change much else. The handling remains scalpel-sharp, and the ride remains sports-car stiff but tolerable enough for most commuting duty. The steering is a mix of artificial lightness and appropriate weight. The flaws remain, too.

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Toyota Carbon Fiber Nissan Cheap 83

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DECEMBER 28, 2022

When at the dealer, make sure to lift the hood and get a look at the beautiful Trofeo carbon fiber red and black engine cover, which by far is the most attractive we have seen. One of the most annoying thing about cars that pretend to be a sports sedan, but really aren’t, is their faux or overpowering exhaust note.

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Carbon Fiber Ferrari Aston Martin Cadillac 96

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DECEMBER 8, 2023

Standard features included the dual 12.3-inch inch screens for instruments and infotainment, navigation, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Burmester audio, the MBUX infotainment system, power-folding side mirrors, interior ambient lighting, heated and cooled front seats, dual-zone climate control, and a panoramic sunroof.

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Mercedes Carbon Fiber Price Fuel Economy 79

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AUGUST 10, 2011

This project will optimize fuel-based control of novel combustion strategies in light- and heavy-duty vehicles to enable diesel-like efficiencies with ultra-low engine-out emissions. Light-weighting materials. Increased availability of low cost carbon fiber can enable vehicle weight reduction and improvement in fuel economy.

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Carbon Fiber Lithium Ion Li-ion Vehicles 268

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AUGUST 30, 2016

LeMond Composites, founded by three-time Tour de France champion Greg LeMond, has licensed a low-cost, high-volume carbon fiber manufacturing process developed at the US Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). Earlier post.)

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Carbon Fiber Low Cost Carbon Manufacturer 218

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MARCH 23, 2012

DE-FOA-0000648 ) This funding will support the development of high-strength, lightweight carbon fiber composites and advanced steels and alloys that will help vehicle manufacturers improve the fuel economy of cars and trucks while maintaining and improving safety and performance.

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Carbon Fiber Vehicles Carbon Engine 218

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DECEMBER 17, 2020

The body is lower, longer, and wider, with its bolder stance accentuated by standard 19-inch alloy wheels. Ah in the earlier car). In addition, Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross Traffic Alert is standard on the 2021 Mirai. Luxury Car Chassis. In the 2021 Mirai, a lithium-ion battery is smaller and lighter (98.3

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Toyota Design Electric Vehicles Fuel 448

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JANUARY 31, 2021

has achieved a significant milestone by obtaining an FAA Special Light-Sport Aircraft (LSA) airworthiness certificate for its Transition roadable aircraft. This is a major accomplishment that builds momentum in executing our mission to deliver the world’s first practical flying car. Terrafugia, Inc.

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Light Carbon Fiber Legal Cars 397

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JANUARY 14, 2015

At the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit this week, Ford delivered first proof of that focus with the reveal of the new Ford GT carbon-fiber supercar, as well as the new F-150 Raptor based on the new aluminum F-150 and the Shelby GT350R Mustang. —Raj Nair.

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Shelby Ford F-150 Carbon Fiber 150

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DECEMBER 26, 2022

When at the dealer, make sure to lift the hood and get a look at the beautiful Trofeo red and black engine with its carbon fiber bits, which by far is the most attractive you will see. The LED boomerang-shaped tail lights sit high above the twin, rectangular tailpipes where that wonderful exhaust notes escapes. Dynamic Presence.

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Carbon Fiber SUV Ferrari Clean 93

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MARCH 6, 2012

Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) unveiled the FT-Bh (Future Toyota B-segment Hybrid), a lightweight, next-generation small gasoline-electric hybrid concept car at the 82nd Geneva International Motor Show. Power consumption in the FT-Bh has been cut to half that of standard B-segment cars. Reduced power consumption.

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Plug-in Hybrid Toyota MPG 317

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JANUARY 23, 2024

& While the new lighting does change the look of the model, it’s likely only the hardcore fan base that will take notice. That said, none of the exterior changes are bad and the car arguably gets a smidgen more attitude thanks to extremely minor changes made to the front fascia. inch display as standard equipment.

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Carbon Fiber North America Light Cars 59

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SEPTEMBER 11, 2019

Light weight and maximum body stiffness are, of course, important technical objectives for off-roaders in particular. That is why the body of the Audi AI:TRAIL is made of a mixture of high-tech steel, aluminum and carbon fiber. Lights and drones. The rear light operates in a similar way.

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Audi Concept Light Electric 186

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DECEMBER 20, 2013

Developing cost-effective technologies to improve new vehicle fuel efficiency and achieve or exceed corporate average fuel economy (CAFE) standards of 144 gCO 2 /mi (61.6 mpg) for cars and 203 gCO 2 /mi (43.7 mpg) for light trucks by 2025 (54.5 mpg light duty average, or 4.3 Tire efficiency.

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Vehicles Fuel Economy Carbon Fiber Plug-in 246

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FEBRUARY 25, 2015

At the Los Angeles Auto Show, Audi presented the Audi prologue concept car, featuring a mild hybrid powertrain with a 48V electrical subsystem. tron quattro ( earlier post )—which achieves even higher performance in the show car. The show car accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (62.1 Earlier post.) It is equipped with the plug?in

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Audi Plug-in Plug MPG 150

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DECEMBER 30, 2022

We spent a week in the smallest Genesis sedan that is designed to take-on the BMW 3-series and Mercedes-Benz C-class sports sedans and found it was a lot of well-engineered car for the money. The 2022 Genesis G70 is a very well-engineered car. Tailored to be driven. Power Options. The base 2.0-liter Exterior Statement. Red and ready.

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MPG Fuel Economy Clean Cleaning 84

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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 XL1 represents the third evolutionary stage of Volkswagen’s 1-liter car strategy, referring to the goal set by Prof. Click to enlarge. cubic feet.

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Plug-in Diesel Plug Hybrid 324

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DECEMBER 16, 2010

approximately 45% peak thermal efficiency for light duty and greater-than 50% peak thermal efficiency for heavy duty). The objective of this AOI is to accelerate the realization of lighter weight vehicle materials made from magnesium and carbon fiber capable of attaining 50% weight reduction of passenger vehicles.

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Li-ion Carbon Fiber Vehicles Low Cost 231

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OCTOBER 14, 2016

At the upcoming 2016 K Fair—the leading global trade fair for plastics and rubber—in Düsseldorf from 19-26 October, BASF and Hyundai will showcase some of the new lightweighting and high-performance materials technology that went into the car. Fast cars also need high-performance brake systems.

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Hyundai Concept Motor Motors 150

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2013

BMW unveiled the BMW i8 2+2 plug-in hybrid sports car ( earlier post ) today at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show. BMW designed the i8 from the start as a plug-in hybrid sports car boasting agile performance attributes and extraordinary efficiency. The BMW i8 goes on sale in the US in 2014. Click to enlarge. The three-cylinder, 1.5-liter

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BMW Plug-in 2014 MPG 306

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MAY 19, 2015

Solvay is taking a “leadership role” in the development of the Polimotor 2 all-plastic automotive engine to be tested in a race car next year, demonstrating the company’s advanced specialty polymer technologies in light-weighting through metal replacement. The original Polimotor was developed by Matti Holtzberg in the 1980s.

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Carbon Fiber Polymer Carbon Engine 150

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OCTOBER 9, 2012

The automotive industry is showing greatly increased interest in the industrial applications of light materials. Thermoplastic composites that have been used in the automotive sector until now—primarily in sports cars and exclusive models—are proving not to be entirely satisfactory, the partners noted.

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Companies Netherlands Carbon Fiber Industrial 225

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MARCH 30, 2021

But from the standard and optional equipment, we can tell the Sierra AT4 would handle pretty much whatever you threw at it, short of serious rock crawling. The standard rear vision camera provided clear, wide images on the 8.0-inch The box has LED lighting and 12 fixed tie-down rings with the corner rings rated at 500 pounds.

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Sierra GMC Fuel Economy MPG 97

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NOVEMBER 30, 2017

The aluminum Drive module combines the powertrain, high-voltage battery, suspension, crash system and structural functions, while the Life module takes the form of a passenger cell made out of carbon-fiber-reinforced plastic (CFRP). The new high-voltage battery benefits the electric range of the two plug-in hybrid sports cars too.

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BMW 2019 Power Powered 170

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SEPTEMBER 5, 2012

million cars—is based on the Modular Transverse Matrix (MQB, modularen Querbaukasten). Every version is fitted as standard with a Stop/Start system (reducing fuel consumption by up to 4%) and brake energy recovery mode (cutting CO 2 by around 4%). Volkswagen staged the world premiere of the new Golf in Berlin. Earlier post.).

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MPG Fuel CO2 Light 252

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JANUARY 14, 2011

Ford made a splash at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit with the introduction of 10 C-segment cars, including a new hybrid and plug-in hybrid based on the C-MAX ( earlier post )—this following on the roll-out the prior week of the Ford Focus Electric ( earlier post ). —Barb Samardzich.

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Ford Fuel Emissions Vehicles 252

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APRIL 9, 2019

These platforms give greater manufacturing flexibility and a more robust implementation, as well as achieving a very light, functional, safe body with enormous structural rigidity. All the TGI versions comply with the highest crash safety standards. In terms of performance, this translates to a maximum speed of 180km/h, taking 12.1

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Gasoline-Electric Gasoline Gas Gas-Electric 304

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AUGUST 16, 2016

Demonstrate the joining of steel to aluminum and aluminum to carbon fiber reinforced thermoplastic composites using the existing spot welding infrastructure. Develop new coating and adhesives that enable carbon fiber reinforced thermoplastic/aluminum closure panels and validate corrosion testing methods. Federal funding.

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Vehicles Plug-in Lithium Ion Universal 150

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DECEMBER 26, 2023

A mild hybrid has an electric motor that provides efficiency for the main gasoline engine by allowing the engine to be turned off whenever the car is coasting, braking or stopped, then quickly restarted once power is required. This is a fatigue-saving feature Maserati should consider adding to this otherwise fine car.

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Hybrid MPG SUV Miles 61

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MAY 7, 2022

The 2022 Genesis GV70 has two engine options with all-wheel drive (AWD) standard. The two-line horizontal LED head and daytime running lights wrap onto the fenders, sit above functioning corner vents, which along with the narrow black grille in the lower fascia, continue the cross-hatch design of the upper grille. Plentiful Propulsion.

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SUV Clean Cleaning Fuel Economy 90

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

EOLAB features materials such as magnesium and aluminium, which are extremely light and also much cheaper than titanium. Meanwhile, the notion of such a car being produced in large numbers within the next 10 years was dialed into the plan from the start. Background. Hybrid system. Click to enlarge. Fed by a 6.7 Click to enlarge.

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Plug-in MPG Hybrid Plug 370

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DECEMBER 23, 2021

If fuel economy is your primary focus and you can live without high performance, the standard turbocharged 2.3L This car begs to be driven with great elan , so real world driving will use more fuel. There are not many manual transmission cars anymore, and getting one with rear-wheel drive and 330 horsepower was a treat.

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Ford MPG Fuel Economy Shelby 86

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NOVEMBER 6, 2021

The Luxury and Premium Luxury models come standard with front-wheel drive, with all-wheel drive optional. All-wheel drive comes standard on the Sport model. With each of these colors there are options of contrasting colors and wood, carbon fiber or diamond-cut aluminum trim. Cruising Comfort.

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Cadillac Land Rover MPG Fuel Economy 76