The Truth About Cars

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Though electric vehicles can be brutally quick and offer staggering performance, there’s nothing like the sound of a howling exhaust and a rowdy gas engine. Carbon fiber accents highlight the dash, door panels, and center console, and Alfa equips a Harman Kardon sound system. It remains a twin-turbocharged 2.9-liter

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Carbon Carbon Fiber North America MPH 89

The Truth About Cars

AUGUST 31, 2023

We’ve known the Dodge Charger, Challenger, and Chrysler 300 were on borrowed time, taking the range of V8-powered variants with them, and now the automaker has announced that the last of its Hellcat-carrying vehicles is going away: The Ram 1500 TRX is headed for the door after the 2024 model year, though the standard truck will remain on sale.&

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Carbon Fiber Production Dodge MPH 101

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

Audi is adding a new member to its A3 family: the A3 Sportback 30 g-tron natural gas vehicle. They are made of fiber-composite materials and, in keeping with Audi’s lightweight construction philosophy, each weighs just 26 kilograms (57.3 Sales in Germany and other European countries begin in fall 2020 at a base price of €30,705.88.

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Audi Gas Gas-Electric Gasoline-Electric 504

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 5, 2022

With Sport Mode engaged to unleash 610 bhp and Launch Control activated to release all 811 lb-ft of instantaneous torque, the BMW iX M60 will hit 60 mph from a standstill in 3.6 The dual-axle air suspension ensures the optimum vehicle height at any speed, regardless of the load. Range is (preliminary EPA estimate) about 280 miles.

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BMW Motor Motors Motoring 243

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

The BMW Group presented the first BMW iX5 Hydrogen vehicles in a pilot fleet that will go into service this year. The fleet of less than 100 vehicles will then be employed internationally for demonstration and trial purposes for various target groups. Earlier post.)

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BMW Hydrogen Fleet Lithium Ion 259

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 seconds, with 200 km/h (124 mph) coming in 5.4 seconds from a standstill.

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Carbon Fiber Croatia Singapore MPH 150

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 2, 2013

Altran and Quimera have signed a new agreement to invest in their continued development and construction of vehicles to achieve better performance while significantly reducing environmental impact. Top speed is 300 km/h (186 mph), with acceleration from 0-100 km/h in 3 seconds. Rendering of the AEGT Evo2. Click to enlarge.

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Vehicles Carbon Fiber Electric Electrical 252

Green Car Congress

JULY 1, 2020

Designed to service customers from both the production vehicle and race car industries, Windshear’s tunnel features a closed-air circuit, temperature-controlled system built around a rolling road. The rolling road accommodates full-size vehicles, with air and rolling road speeds coordinated up to 180 mph. —Peter Rawlinson.

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Industrial Industry Carbon Fiber EV1 243

Clean Fleet Report

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

Unassuming Speed McLaren lets you know right away the GT is a serious driver’s car—the carbon fiber steering wheel is void of all buttons and controls for the audio, telephone and cruise control—meaning serious driving ahead. seconds and believe the 203 mph top speed quoted by McLaren. We held on for 0-60 in 2.8

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Carbon Fiber Clean Cleaning Carbon 91

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 9, 2014

Mahindra Racing, the motor sports division of the India-based Mahindra Group, unveiled India’s first Formula E battery-electric race car, capable of reaching speeds of up to 225 km/h (140 mph), at Auto Expo 2014 in Delhi. Mahindra is the only Indian team in the Formula E. The Formula E car produces 200 kw of power. Click to enlarge.

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2014 Los Angeles Auto Carbon Fiber 252

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 31, 2013

A prototype vehicle on the track from the Visio.M consortium is developing a mobility concept for an efficient electric vehicle, making the design as light as possible while still delivering the best possible safety protection. The basis for the project is the MUTE electric research vehicle, developed by TUM. Click to enlarge.

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Light Carbon Fiber Germany Carbon 246

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

With its completely newly developed design, the electric BMW iX is the first representative of a generation of cars intended to redefine the driving experience, the feeling of space inside and the relationship between vehicles and those on board. That will be enough to propel the BMW iX from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in under 5.0

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BMW Future Carbon Fiber Electric 321

Green Car Congress

MARCH 6, 2018

It will be available in California beginning in September 2018 where significant vouchers for fuel cell vehicles and infrastructure exist. Both the all-electric and the zero-emissions hydrogen fuel cell range extender are available for heavy-duty Transits with a 10,360-pound gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR).

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The Truth About Cars

JUNE 21, 2023

Trust the gearheads taking part in Pikes Peak to come up with vehicles appearing to be ripped straight off the digital pages of PlayStation. 2” in this racer’s name alludes to the fact this van is a refined variant of the SuperVan 4, a vehicle that debuted at last year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed. a machine with over 1,400 horsepower.

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Ford Carbon Fiber MPH All-Electric 52

Baua Electric

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

As the sales page explains, “The body and hull are molded from carbon fiber. All of the videos show the Arosa EV operating quite slowly, though the company claims a 20 mph (32 km/h) cruising speed and an “aerodynamic speed limit” of 50 mph (80 km/h), should you ever reach it. m) vessel along on its hovering journey.

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Mariner Carbon Fiber Maryland MPH 52

Green Car Congress

MARCH 20, 2011

The Wind Explorer pilot vehicle is a two-seated electromobile that weighs just 200 kg (441 lbs) and with a range of 400 kilometers (249 miles) per battery charge. The bodywork consists mainly of a carbon fiber composite with ROHACELL structural foam from Evonik Industries.

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Wind Australia Carbon Fiber Lithium Ion 231

Baua Electric

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

BYD’s Yangwang showcased the U9 supercar last April at a tech launch event with four electric motors good for a 0 to 62 mph (0-100km/hr) sprint in 2 seconds. It also featured large air intakes at the bottom and carbon fiber side skirts, adding to the sedan’s sporty design.

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Miles Range BYD Carbon Fiber 52

Green Car Congress

JUNE 2, 2021

The BMW iX is the BMW Group’s new technology flagship, offering a new take on the Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) concept. The BMW iX xDrive50 posts acceleration of 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.6 BMW has launched the BMW i4 and BMW iX. Earlier post.) The BMW iX will be launched with a choice of two model variants. kWh/100 km).

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BMW Carbon Fiber All-Electric Batteries 418

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 17, 2015

Unveiled at the annual Wörthersee festival in Austria earlier this year, the concept features a carbon fiber body and a three power unit, all-wheel drive system. seconds, has a top speed of up to 280 km/h (174 mph), yet offers fuel consumption of just 2.0 l/100 km/h (118 mpg) on the NEDC cycle for plug-in hybrid vehicles.

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Plug-in Concept Plug Los Angeles 150

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 23, 2017

Stelvio features extensive use of ultra-lightweight, hi-tech materials including carbon fiber for the drive shaft and aluminium for the engines, suspension systems, hood, wings, doors and the tailgate. Diesel reaches a top speed of 215 km/h (134 mph) and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.6 liter diesel. The Stelvio 2.0

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SUV Carbon Fiber Diesel Gasoline-Electric 150

Green Car Congress

APRIL 2, 2020

Globally, by 2025, Audi is aiming to have 30 electrified models on sale, with 20 of those vehicles fully electric. In the US, Audi has already introduced five production models: the Audi Q5 TFSI e, A7 TFSI e and A8 TFSI e plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV) as well as the e-tron all-electric SUV and upcoming e-tron Sportback.

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Audi SUV Concept All-Electric 300

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 26, 2015

Audi is presenting the second generation of its high-performance R8 sports car at the upcoming Geneva show, featuring new V10 engines, newly developed quattro drive, and a new multimaterial Audi Space Frame (ASF) combining aluminum and carbon fiber reinforced plastics (CFRP). mph) or 250 km/h (155.3 Additional details.

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Audi Li-ion MPH Range 150

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 14, 2009

This unique AWD system launches the MOTION to 60 mph in less than 2.5 seconds with a top speed of more than 200 mph (322 km/h). The MOTION features extensive use of carbon fiber composite materials for its monocoque chassis and body. Each vehicle will be hand assembled and deliveries will start in 2011.

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Carbon Fiber Motor Motors Motoring 170

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Top speed is more than 300 km/h (186 mph). The safety structure made of carbon fiber composite material combines high protection potential for the driver with low weight and a distinctive look. Porsche engineers and designers have named the newly developed carbon roof structure the “exoskeleton”.

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Porsche Concept Cars Electric 417

Green Car Congress

MAY 15, 2010

The WJ Daytech/AFVTech CNG Hot Rod made its debut at the recent Alternative Fuels and Vehicles ( AF&V 2010 ) show in Las Vegas. Based on engine power and gear ratios, the estimated acceleration from 0-60 mph is 2.5 seconds, with 0-100 mph in less than 5 seconds. Carbon Fiber HRE racing wheels. Click to enlarge.

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2010 Las Vegas Carbon Fiber MPH 273

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 19, 2011

Opel is further expanding its market trial with hydrogen fuel cell vehicles with a HydroGen4 vehicle going to the Berlin Airports. Opel has been running market trials with fuel cell vehicles since 2008. Three high pressure tanks made from carbon-fiber composite material can hold up to 4.2 kg of hydrogen.

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Hydrogen CO2 Carbon Fiber Gas-Electric 230

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 12, 2012

The racing driver Sabine Schmitz has tested the battery-electric Furtive eGT sports car from Exagon Motors ( earlier post ) on the Nordschleife (north loop) of the Nürburgring, achieving a top speed of nearly 240 km/h (149 mph) on the 20 kilometer long Nordschleife.

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2013 Production MPH Motor 342

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 18, 2017

The lower CO 2 emissions also mean owners pay less in motor vehicle tax. mph) (A4 Avant g-tron: 223 km/h (138.6 The high-strength, safe gas tanks made from carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP) and glass fiber-reinforced polymer (GFRP) are located beneath the rearward structure. seconds (A4 Avant g-tron: 8.5

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Audi Gas Available Standards 150

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 28, 2022

Many manufacturers offer vehicles that are very good, but they aren’t emotive or inspiring, and they struggle. When at the dealer, make sure to lift the hood and get a look at the beautiful Trofeo carbon fiber red and black engine cover, which by far is the most attractive we have seen. Carbon Fiber, Wood and Leather.

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Carbon Fiber Ferrari Aston Martin Cadillac 96

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 31, 2021

Polestar plans on being a major manufacturer of all-electric luxury vehicles, competing with the likes of Lucid, Porsche and Tesla. This results in a 0-60 time of four seconds (it felt quicker) and a top speed of 155 mph, which we didn’t quite get to, lifting-off at 120 mph. Carbon Fiber Exterior.

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Baua Electric

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

BYD officially launched the Yangwang U9 electric supercar with a 0 to 62 mph (0-100 km/h) sprint in 2.36 In December, the brand began deliveries of its first vehicle, the U8 off-road SUV, with starting prices over $150,000 (1,089,000 yuan). Electrek’s Take BYD has already declared a price war with gas-powered vehicles.

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Ferrari BYD Land Rover Electric 52

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 9, 2012

The vehicle weighs 950 kg (2,094 lb), has a power of 150 kW, accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds and has a top speed limited to 200 km/h (124 mph). The purpose of exhibiting the vehicle is to show the automotive industry what can be achieved with our expertise in chemicals.

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Lithium Ion Carbon Fiber Electric Electrical 250

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 9, 2011

Turbo ecoFLEX natural gas version has been fitted with gas tanks made of composite material including carbon fiber. CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) Turbo ecoFLEX delivers 110 kW (150 hp) with 210 N·m (155 lb-ft) of torque and reaches a top speed of 200 km/h (124 mph). The vehicle uses 4.7 The new Zafira Tourer 1.6

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Clean Fleet Report

JULY 4, 2023

second 0-62 mph!) The C63 AMG offers Mercedes Benz carbon fiber inserts, genuine sport seats, multifunctional steering wheels, illuminated door sills, not to mention fascinating AMG rims, which have become a staple offering in this class of cars. You can specify your vehicle and year so as to filter the company’s catalog.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 16, 2010

The goal of this AOI is to support advanced fuels and lubricants technologies that will enable optimal performance of advanced combustion engines for passenger and commercial vehicle applications. Direct Petroleum Displacement by Liquid Alternative Fuels in Vehicle Applications. Development of Low-Cost Carbon Fiber.

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Li-ion Carbon Fiber Vehicles Low Cost 231

Green Car Congress

APRIL 18, 2011

Nissan says it is looking at the racing world as a way to draw attention to the potential of electric vehicles. The new electric race vehicle will likely make a series of special demonstration appearances at various motorsports venues in 2011, with the company exploring pioneer zero emission competition spec series in future years.

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Teslarati

JUNE 14, 2021

Musk’s updates came as a response to Tesla bull @ajtourville , who inquired if the carbon fiber sleeves of the Model S Plaid’s rotors are direct-wound or pressed-on. The Tesla CEO noted that with the Model S Plaid, “fiber is wound over rotor at high tension load.” seconds with its SpaceX package. .

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