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The technology behind Ford’s Lightweight Concept Vehicle; prospects for Mach-II with 50% mass reduction difficult

Green Car Congress

JUNE 18, 2014

A 10% reduction in vehicle weight can result in a 6%-8% fuel economy improvement. Body-in-White (BIW) Modules developed included e-coated and non-e-coated assemblies; aluminum extrusions, aluminum & steel stampings; aluminum low pressure sand and high pressure die castings. The cast aluminum or carbon fiber wheels saved 30%.

Concept

Concept Carbon Fiber Vehicles Ford

Acura provides more technical detail on NSX sports hybrid AWD powertrain, body

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 28, 2015

Intake and exhaust variable cam timing (VTC) is deployed to provide an excellent balance of high power, torque, fuel economy, and emissions. Addition of two oil “rooms” within the transmission housing for more efficient and higher-capacity cooling. The front floor panels are constructed of carbon fiber core.

Acura

Acura Hybrid Lithium Ion Engine

EV Driven

The technology behind Ford’s Lightweight Concept Vehicle; prospects for Mach-II with 50% mass reduction difficult

Acura provides more technical detail on NSX sports hybrid AWD powertrain, body

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