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. —Raj Nair.

Shelby 150

Shelby Ford F-150 Carbon Fiber 150

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 28, 2015

Addition of two oil “rooms” within the transmission housing for more efficient and higher-capacity cooling. The aluminum-intensive space frame utilizes extruded and cast parts to provide exceptional rigidity and light weight. The front floor panels are constructed of carbon fiber core. Carbon Fiber Core Floor.

Acura 150

Acura Hybrid Lithium Ion Engine 150

Green Car Congress

JUNE 18, 2014

The propulsion materials area works closely with other VTO technology areas to identify and meet requirements for materials needed to develop cost-effective, highly efficient, and environmentally friendly next-generation heavy and light duty power-trains. How light could you make vehicles? … Click to enlarge.

Concept 284

Concept Carbon Fiber Vehicles Ford 284