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

Green Car Congress

JUNE 4, 2014

The Ford Lightweight Concept reduces the weight of a 2013 Fusion to that of a Ford Fiesta, resulting in a nearly 25% weight reduction. The vehicle represents the latest phase of Ford’s research into developing sustainable technology solutions that are affordable for consumers and can be produced in large volumes across the product lineup.

Carbon Fiber 225
Carbon Fiber Light Concept Ford 225
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Navistar SuperTruck demo vehicle CatalIST exceeds DOE freight efficiency goal; 50.3% BTE, path to 55%

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 2, 2016

Innovative use of lighter-weight carbon-fiber panels in the upper body, roof headers, back panel, and dash panel. The Bendix Wingman Advanced Collision Mitigation system comes standard with every model in the series, and is also available with the optional Bendix Wingman Fusion and Meritor WABCO OnGuardACTIVE systems.

Fuel Economy 150
Fuel Economy Vehicles Wind Economy 150
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