Green Car Congress

MARCH 14, 2017

in cooperation with Ford Motor Company, developed a prototype carbon fiber composite subframe which reduces mass by 34% compared to making a stamped steel equivalent. The subframe is a key part of a vehicle’s structure, typically providing a place to attach the engine and wheels while also contributing rigidity and crash management.

Carbon Fiber 247

Carbon Fiber Carbon Ford Shelby 247

Green Car Congress

JULY 12, 2015

To source the new lightweight track-capable carbon fiber wheels that are standard on the new Shelby GT350R Mustang, Ford partnered with Australia-based Carbon Revolution. Carbon Revolution first began delivering composite wheels in 2004 for Formula SAE campaigns.

Carbon Fiber 150

Carbon Fiber Carbon Shelby Ford 150

Green Car Congress

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. Raptor is powered by Ford’s new, second-generation 3.5-liter

Shelby 150

Shelby Ford F-150 Carbon Fiber 150

Green Car Congress

JUNE 12, 2015

Ford GT is company’s showcase for aerodynamics and lightweight carbon fiber construction, along with the new twin-turbocharged Ford EcoBoost V6. The Ford Performance lineup includes Ford GT, Focus RS, F-150 Raptor, Shelby GT350 and Shelby GT350R, Focus ST and Fiesta ST. Roush Yates is supporting development of the 3.5-liter

2016 150

2016 Ford Shelby Carbon Fiber 150

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 23, 2021

High-powered Mustang GT, Mach1 and Shelby GT500 versions are well-known, with the latter model pumping-out 760 pin-you-back-in-your-seat horsepower. V8 engine, which has 100 more horsepower. Accent stitching on the seats, console and heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel combined with carbon fiber on the dash to add custom detail.

Ford 105

Ford MPG Fuel Economy Shelby 105