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Ford introduces Lightweight Concept vehicle to showcase ongoing light-weighting and advanced materials work; nearly 25% weight reduction

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A focus on light-weighting will be fundamental to our industry for years to come, and we are investigating many advanced materials applications as possible solutions for weight reduction in our vehicles. 19” by 5” carbon fiber wheels. 19” by 5” carbon fiber wheels. Carbon fiber interior components.

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DOE to award almost $20M to new research and development projects for advanced vehicle technologies

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million, subject to appropriations, to support research and development of advanced vehicle technologies, including batteries, lightweight materials, and advanced combustion engines, as well as innovative technologies for energy efficient mobility. Battery500 Seedling Projects. Models will be validated using actual performance data.

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Road Test: 2023 McLaren GT

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The mid-engine design has outstanding steering, generous sight lines, confident racing-type braking and the type of power a car aficionado expects from McLaren. It is more of an exotic sports car beginning with a high-performance mid-engine twin-turbo V8. This is the McLaren you can take across town or across the country.

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Next-gen Audi A8 introduces new four-material space frame; light weight and rigid

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For the next generation of the Audi A8, an intelligent mix of four materials—aluminum, steel, magnesium and carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP)—is being used for the first time in the weight-bearing body structure—more materials than in any of the brand’s previous production models. 36 millimeters (1.4

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2016 Optima midsize sedan gains new 1.6L engine

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The all-new Optima is available with three engine choices, providing a balance between sportiness and fuel efficiency. liter GDI turbo engine, available on the SXL and SX Turbo models. liter four-cylinder turbo engine offered on the LX trim. liter four-cylinder turbo engine offered on the LX trim.

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12 things to know about next-gen Honda EVs arriving in 2026

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Honda also said they’ll be connected yet fun-to-drive, offer a not-yet-detailed Motion Management System for ride and handling, emphasize efficiency, and have lightweight, energy-dense battery packs. Honda Space-Hub Concept – 2024 CES Thin, light, and wide starts with the battery pack. Honda 0 Saloon concept No carbon fiber.

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BMW launching iX5 Hydrogen pilot fleet

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In addition to the technological equivalents of features found on combustion engines, such as charge air coolers, air filters, control units and sensors, the BMW Group also developed special hydrogen components for its new fuel cell system. The BMW Group sources the individual fuel cells from the Toyota Motor Corporation.

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