Nikola, meanwhile, is suing Tesla, claiming Musk's company stole
its aerodynamic truck design and other intellectual property.
Not exact matches
On Nikola Motors» lawsuit against Tesla, in which the electric
truck maker accuses Tesla of stealing its
aerodynamic, energy - saving
design:
The
aerodynamic design and specially - blended rubber should keep your vision clear, whether you're riding in the cab of a
truck or piloting a small hatchback.
2007 Silverado 1500: Chevy bulked up this
truck without losing the benefit of
aerodynamic design.
Thanks a bunch for the answer Nick, it does help bring things into perspective, I am guessing when Volvo is advertising something like that, it comes at a cost of extreme engineering too, considering the
truck design overall with drag optimised
aerodynamic body and similar optimisations taking into account, which are out of scope for the project idea that I am dealing with at the moment.
Significant time was dedicated to
designing the
truck bed itself to increase usability and
aerodynamics.
of torque (10 percent increase), with better fuel economy and increased refinement 6,000 - mile maintenance schedule for all gasoline engines Improved steering linkage for 4x4 models Trailer Sway Control added to available Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPM) system available 2007 MODEL YEAR YES ® Essentials Stain resistant, odor resistant, anti-static seat fabric incorporated into vehicles with cloth seats Power accessory delay E85 compatible 4.7 - liter V - 8 engine (Flexible Fuel Vehicle — FFV) Optional Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Optional remote start One - touch, three - blink lane change feature 2006 MODEL YEAR Multi-displacement System (MDS) on 5.7 - liter engine is a fully functioning cylinder deactivation system on a pickup
truck (first for segment) and enables fuel economy improvements of up to 20 percent Variable Line Pressure (VLP) feature on four - speed automatic transmission (mated with 3.7 - liter V - 6 engine) results in improved fuel economy and smoother shifts Front - axle disconnect system (standard on 4x4 models) minimizes energy consumption and improves fuel economy NV244 full - time electric transfer case standard on all 4x4 models delivers 45/55 front / rear torque split when four - wheel drive is activated Optional all - wheel - drive electronic transfer case «Tow / haul» feature provides crisper shifts and reduces gear searching when towing Re-engineered hydroformed, fully boxed frame with increased torsional rigidity and bending stiffness for enhanced ride and handling capability and reduced transfer of noise Reduced drag brake calipers contributing to enhanced
aerodynamics Coil - over shock, double wishbone front suspension on 4x4 models Specifically tuned monotube shock absorbers Re-tuned springs, jounce bumpers and suspension bushings for enhanced driving dynamics Re-engineered body mount
design results in quieter cabin experience and more comfortable ride Re-engineered engine and transmission mounts for enhanced ride and handling characteristics
All - new 2019 Ram 1500 defines the future of pickup
trucks with innovative
design, highest quality materials and class - exclusive technology with «unbreakable» interlocking theme for enhanced appearance and
aerodynamics
Every
truck in the 2018 Ram line - up offers up a new
aerodynamic design that provides for smoother handling, and better efficiency.
Even though the Ram
trucks are
designed with smoother curves for better
aerodynamics, they still maintain their classic rugged and masculine look.
The Silverado rides and handles very well, and I think it's the quietest
truck on the market right now, thanks to such things as
aerodynamic styling (despite its flat - face appearance, there are a lot of wind - cheating tricks
designed into it), considerable sound - deadening material, and doors that are now inset rather than wrapped into the roof.
The new Ridgeline marries
aerodynamic efficiency to a traditional
truck profile, with the overall
design backed up by intensive tuning and testing.
Tonno Pro's tri-fold soft tonneau cover features a hinged panel
design that not only improves the look of your
truck but improves
aerodynamics to boost fuel efficiency as well.
New styling,
designed with
aerodynamics in mind, is a bold departure from the current
truck, with a unique grille for different models.
The
design of the new
truck is more muscular, and more functional while also being more
aerodynamic.
The Edge's
design improves the appearance of any
truck, with an
aerodynamic arched back which meets the tailgates for a smooth look.
A number of
design and technology measures are readily available to increase a
truck's fuel efficiency, including: low - rolling resistance tires, more efficient engines, devices to reduce idling and
aerodynamic drag, and predictive cruise control.