What is more, new engine and transmission technologies could enable manufacturers to improve fuel efficiency without significantly
cutting vehicle weights.
The titanium exhaust, running from the intermediate silencer to the tail,
cuts vehicle weight by 4 kg.
Not exact matches
When the 2014 Corvette Stingray finally hits the street later this year, it'll be a prime example of the best
cutting - edge ways to use composite materials to
cut the
weight of
vehicles.
Cutting weight and overall size will be the most expedient route, with lightweight materials coming into use throughout the
vehicle.
A problem that engineers are working on is trying to
cut down battery
weight the handling characteristics the
vehicle is known for.
Unlike the few other
vehicles on the market that use CFRP construction, the LFA uses the same advanced resin technology favoured by
cutting - edge aerospace programmes for its unmatched
weight and strength properties.
The Land Rover Range Rover's interior has been rafted from some of the finest leathers and woods available, and not only is this
vehicle's cabin a sight to behold, but Land Rover engineers have dramatically
cut the SUV's curb
weight through the extensive use of aluminum, giving it better handling and a smoother ride that further contributes to its excellent comfort.
As any engineer will tell, you
cutting weight is the most effective way to improve everything about a
vehicle from handling and braking to performance and fuel economy.
That's one of BMW's advantages; being in the luxury market, it has higher margins on its cars so it can use more
cutting edge technologies like carbon fiber (a great way to reduce overall
vehicle weight).