Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 8, 2009

Moller International has successfully developed and tested a damage-resistant, carbon-fiber blade technology that increases durability for the ducted fans used in its Skycar and Neuera VTOL aircraft product lines. Paul Moller, President of Moller International. Earlier post.).

Carbon Fiber 210

Carbon Fiber International Carbon Design 210

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 28, 2016

A team at Sun Yat-sen University in China has developed new high-performance, stable cathode for Li-S batteries consisting of a 3D activated carbon fiber matrix (ACFC) and sulfur. For the composite cathodes with 3D conductive framework, however, the continuous carbon fibers act as high-speed electron pathway.

Carbon Fiber 150

Carbon Fiber Carbon Li-ion Batteries 150

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 10, 2011

27 city EV, earlier post ) to create the T-Wave AR1, a concept EV two-seater to demonstrate the extreme weight savings possible with Toray’s carbon fiber composites. The use of carbon fiber for the frame as well as more typical parts, such as exterior body panels and seats, keeps the weight down to 846 kg (1,865 lbs).

Carbon Fiber 210

Carbon Fiber Carbon Concept Cars 210

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 20, 2011

signed a definitive agreement to form a joint venture to manufacture and commercialize carbon fiber and derivatives. The joint venture will develop and globally market a broad range of products and technical service support in the rapidly expanding carbon-fiber based composites industry.

Carbon Fiber 230

Carbon Fiber Carbon Turkey Wind 230

Green Car Congress

JUNE 22, 2023

Ford Performance is heading to the 101 st running of “The Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb brought to you by Gran Turismo” with the all-new, improved electric Ford SuperVan 4.2. Key features to aero include a lightweight carbon fiber rear spoiler and front splitter, both assisting SuperVan 4.2 The SuperVan 4.2,

Ford 396

Ford Carbon Fiber Wind Electric 396

Green Car Congress

MAY 14, 2023

Other partners on the project are bp, capturing hydrogen usage and infrastructure requirements; Cambustion , testing the fuel cell system; Viritech , designing hydrogen storage systems; and Cygnet Texkimp , providing the pressure vessels’ carbon fiber tooling.

Hydrogen 434

Hydrogen Ford Fuel Carbon Fiber 434

Green Car Congress

MAY 4, 2022

Enabling economies of scale in the manufacturing of series production carbon composite wheels, the partnership will focus on a scalable and localized approach. Hankuk Carbon has been producing composite materials, including carbon fiber textiles and prepregs, since 1984.

Carbon 259

Carbon Manufacturer Carbon Fiber South Korea 259

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 19, 2020

The VEGAN features an extremely durable lightweight reinforced aluminum (6061-T6) chassis that weighs under 31 kg and a reinforced fiberglass body with carbon fiber ribs that weighs under 23 kg. Of that, the battery will deliver 90 to 95 km; with self-charging and solar, the range increases to 120 km +.

Pakistan 418

Pakistan Low Cost Solar Charging 418

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Vehma International. Wholly Sustainable, Cost-Effective Carbon Fiber-Nylon Compounds. Development of Sustainable Aluminum Alloy for Lightweight Ultralarge Castings. Pacific Northwest National Laboratory. Direct Extrusion of 6082 and 7xxx Battery Tray Structures Using Shear Assisted Processing and Extrusion (ShAPE™).

General Motors 186

General Motors Carbon Fiber Vehicles Motor 186

Green Car Congress

MAY 8, 2019

Teijin Limited announced that its Sereebo carbon fiber reinforced thermoplastic (CFRTP) has been selected by General Motors (GM) for use in select pickup box applications. Sereebo used for CarbonPro contains randomly-orientated, isotropic carbon fiber in a polyamide matrix resin. billion by 2030.

GM 207

GM Carbon Fiber Sierra GMC 207

Green Car Congress

JUNE 27, 2019

The companies will also team-up to expand the adoption of non-metallic materials across a wide range of applications, including the use of carbon fiber and carbon fiber-reinforced plastic. Additionally, the companies will cooperate on the development of future automotive technologies. Earlier post.)

Saudi Arabia 191

Saudi Arabia Hydrogen Hyundai Carbon Fiber 191

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 24, 2014

It will also be working closely with GKN to develop the technology for international markets. Instead of a battery, the Gyrodrive system uses a magnetically loaded high-speed carbon-fiber flywheel to store the energy generated by a bus as it slows down to stop.

International 244

International Hybrid Carbon Fiber Store 244

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 20, 2020

The BMW i3 was the BMW Group’s first purely electrically powered large-scale serial model and also the company’s first vehicle with a passenger cell made of carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP). It is shaped in Leipzig from carbon fiber scrims and assembled in a unique process developed by the BMW Group.

BMW 418

BMW Carbon Fiber Wind Lithium Ion 418

Green Car Congress

JUNE 27, 2019

Saudi Aramco and its affiliates signed 12 agreements with major South Korean companies to reinforce relationships with South Korea, expand international operations, and support the region’s energy security with the expansion of Arabian crude oil supply to Asian markets. Among these agreements is a partnership with Hyundai Motor on hydrogen.

Saudi Arabia 223

Saudi Arabia South Korea Carbon Fiber Hyundai 223

Green Car Congress

JUNE 19, 2021

Hydrogen fuel cell technology has the long-term potential to supplement internal combustion engines, plug-in hybrid systems and battery-electric vehicles within the BMW Group’s flexible drive train strategy, the company said.

BMW 482

BMW Hydrogen Production Carbon Fiber 482

Green Car Congress

JUNE 20, 2022

As the tanks have to withstand extremely high pressure (up to 700 bar or 700 times atmospheric pressure), they are very heavy, even when constructed with carbon fiber. To date, hydrogen fuel tanks have been attached to the vehicle chassis, rather than incorporated as an integral part of the chassis.

Pininfarina 344

Pininfarina Hydrogen Carbon Fiber Mariner 344

Green Car Congress

JUNE 4, 2014

This Lightweight Concept vehicle represents its most comprehensive blend of advanced materials yet in one vehicle, including strategic application of aluminum, ultra-high-strength steels, magnesium and carbon fiber. 19” by 5” carbon fiber wheels. 19” by 5” carbon fiber wheels.

Carbon Fiber 225

Carbon Fiber Light Concept Ford 225

Green Car Congress

MARCH 29, 2018

Genesis unveiled its Essentia Concept at the New York International Auto Show. Essentia is the brand’s first battery electric vehicle and features a lightweight carbon-fiber monocoque, a robust, multi-motor electric powertrain, and a custom-tailored interior. Essentia is the brand’s initial concept for a true GT car.

New York 170

New York Concept Carbon Fiber Batteries 170

The Truth About Cars

APRIL 27, 2023

Shelby has introduced a Mach-E GT, a rig that adds carbon fiber body panels and a performance suspension – while leaving the powertrain untouched. A new Active Performance Sound System from Borla, meant to mimic the sounds of an internal combustion engine as it matches the vehicle speed and RPM. Know what else speaks volumes?

Shelby 88

Shelby Water Carbon Fiber Europe 88

Baua Electric

JANUARY 18, 2024

They will help us grow our business internationally and continue to our vision for a carbon-free recreational boating sector. hp internal combustion outboard motor. The entire motor system weighs just 11 pounds (5 kg), though they have a carbon fiber version that weighs 10 pounds (4.5

DIY 97

DIY Installation Motor Motors 97

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

In its first debut at an aerospace exhibition, X2 will be shown on 28 September at the 13 th China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition (Airshow China 2021) in Zhuhai, Guangdong Province. X2 adopts a closed cockpit for the first time, with styling that shares the design language of the XPeng P7.

Carbon Fiber 186

Carbon Fiber Vehicles China Transportation 186

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 28, 2012

recently was awarded $999,990 for a Phase II Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) from the US Department of Energy to develop ultra-lightweight hydrogen fuel tanks using carbon nanotube (CNT) reinforcement. Applied Nanotech Holdings, Inc. The goal is to reduce the weight of the tanks by 20% or more.

Hydrogen 387

Hydrogen Carbon Fiber Fuel Polymer 387

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 9, 2015

The new institute pairs leading carbon fiber producers and suppliers—such as Materials Innovation Technologies, Harper International, and Strongwell—with key end users such as TPI for wind turbines and Ford, Honda and Volkswagen for automobiles. Adherent Technologies, Inc.; Honda R&D Americas, Inc.;

Tennessee 150

Tennessee Universal Manufacturer Honda 150

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 15, 2015

The company is displaying the CAMISMA seat prototype, which achieves a more than 40% weight reduction against conventionally manufactured seat structures without compromising safety properties, at the 2015 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit. The four materials are combined in a complex, multilayer structure.

Carbon Fiber 150

Carbon Fiber 2019 Available 2014 150

Green Car Congress

MARCH 7, 2013

Current state-of-the-art hydrogen storage vessels for fuel cell electric vehicles are cost prohibitive because of the necessary carbon fiber. This project will seek to reduce the cost of these vessels by 25% by using less expensive fibers in a graded construction of the vessel wall. Composite Technology Development, Inc.

Hydrogen 218

Hydrogen Carbon Fiber Transportation Fuel 218

Green Car Congress

JUNE 22, 2015

Teijin Limited announced that carbon fiber sheet pre-impregnated with matrix resin, or prepreg, made by Toho Tenax Co., the core company of the Teijin Group’s carbon fibers and composites business, is used in the lightweight body of a new 1.1 MW electric racecar operated by Team APEV with Monster Sport.

Carbon Fiber 150

Carbon Fiber Croatia Singapore MPH 150

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 31, 2017

The project will also improve the UK’s development and production capabilities of low-CO 2 internal combustion engine technology. Completing the syndicate is the University of Bath who bring their advanced research and development capabilities in internal combustion engine systems efficiency.

Parts 150

Parts Carbon Fiber BMW Engine 150

Green Car Congress

JULY 3, 2014

The large number of international free trade agreements—within the NAFTA area, with the European Union and the MERCOSUR member states, for example—was a decisive factor in the choice of location, BMW said. A further $200 million will be invested to expand the joint venture carbon fiber plant in Moses Lake, Washington.

Mexico 210

Mexico BMW 2019 Building 210

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 21, 2014

Miltec UV International, LLC. Demonstration scale plasma oxidation of carbon fiber This project will scale up a carbon fiber oxidation technology that reduces energy consumption and oxidation time. Awardees are: AWARD TABLE. Technology. Federal share. Energy storage (Area of Interest 1). RMX Technologies.

Engine 231

Engine Carbon Fiber Fuel Batteries 231

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

Mustang Lithium is low and sleek, with custom carbon fiber body components, a 1.0-inch In a twist, Mustang Lithium features a manual transmission and uses a drag-strip proven Calimer-version of the Getrag MT82 6-speed transmission with billet internals to handle the massive torque. Ford Performance half shafts and Super 8.8

Ford 280

Ford F-150 Batteries Battery 280

Teslarati

JULY 2, 2023

A Tesla Model S Plaid racecar with Unplugged Performance parts was able to set a new record at the 101st running of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb. Credit: Unplugged Performance “We are thrilled with our success at the 101st running of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb.

Tesla 145

Tesla Kits Carbon Fiber Parts 145

Green Car Congress

JULY 31, 2017

The award program honored Toyota’s use of carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) inner panels on the Prius Prime liftgate and Lexus LC 500 side doors and luggage hatch. At the CAR Management Briefing Seminars (MBS, Toyota was presented with an Altair Enlighten Award for its use of innovative weight reducing vehicle closure systems.

Lexus 150

Lexus Prius Toyota Carbon Fiber 150

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 8, 2014

A team led by Local Motors is 3D-printing a full vehicle body over 44 hours during the International Manufacturing Technology Show 2014 and will follow it up with a first drive set to take place the morning of Saturday, 13 September. SABIC’s LNP STAT-KON carbon fiber-reinforced compound. The Strati is being 3D-printed at IMTS.

Motor 303

Motor Motors Motoring Carbon Fiber 303

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 29, 2019

The new Polestar Production Center in Chengdu, China will produce the Polestar 1—a carbon fiber-bodied Electric Performance Hybrid. Polestar also announced its World Manufacturing Identifier, which officiates the brand as a standalone car company. Polestar Chengdu; the marriage point.

Production 207

Production Volvo Carbon Fiber Electric 207

Green Car Congress

APRIL 11, 2017

Qoros Model K-EV is built with “Clever Carbon Cabin” (CCC) technology, a seamlessly-integrated cabin made primarily from carbon fiber. CCC’s use of carbon fiber maintains vehicle body strength and durability, with significant design freedom, while reducing weight and maintaining occupant safety over long-term use.

2017 150

2017 Carbon Fiber Concept Auto 150

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 13, 2020

Lightweighting has been a key tool for improving the fuel economy of internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles over the past years. Bumpers are expected to benefit from design advancements that utilize glass fiber, carbon fiber, and thermoplastics. —Anthony Schiavo, Senior Analyst at Lux.

Electric Vehicles 243

Electric Vehicles Batteries Battery Vehicles 243

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 30, 2018

The car, which was developed by Nissan’s racing arm, NISMO, with its race technology know-how, will officially debut on 2 December at the annual NISMO Festival at Fuji International Speedway, appearing alongside Nissan’s new Formula E electric race car. seconds—50% quicker than the previous model.

Nissan 259

Nissan All-Electric Power Powered 259