Sentences with phrase «fibre chassis»

All the Huracan engines are normally - aspirated variations on Audi's 5.2 - litre V10, and the model was launched with a brand new aluminium and carbon - fibre chassis.

We already know that the 650S Spyder is a thrilling drive, given its carbon fibre chassis, remarkable suspension, cutting edge drivetrain, and the integrity of design.

The new Alfa Romeo 4C goes on sale in the UY and Europe this month, and in the USA (where it weighs 100 kg more due to aluminium inserts in the carbon fibre chassis needed to meet US crash tests) before the end of 2013.

Ferrari has previously revealed the bare carbon fibre chassis that the newcomer will use, and it's expected to be powered by a 7.3 - litre V12 engine coupled to an electric motor.

The company brought carbon fibre to road cars for the first time with the 1993 McLaren F1 and then built on this experience with a carbon fibre chassis and body on the SLR manufactured to the same exacting standards, but in higher volumes.

Never before has a carbon fibre chassis been produced this way.

So, until now, carbon chassis have remained the preserve of the most expensive exotic cars; a purchase for the super-rich where costs are driven by the complexity of carbon fibre chassis design and build.

Other technical details include a carbon fibre chassis and double wishbone suspension with in - board dampers and air springs.

No other competitor offers lightweight and strong carbon fibre chassis construction, incredibly striking dihedral doors or as much horsepower in a sports car weighing so little.

The carbon - fibre chassis, lightweight aluminium body and a twin - turbocharged 3.8 - litre V8 engine contribute to an outstanding power - to - weight ratio.

It has also been confirmed the One - 77 has a sophisticated carbon fibre chassis, handcrafted aluminium body and a stonking 7.3 - litre V12 under the bonnet.

Keeping the Explosion's weight to a minimum will be a tubular - frame, carbon - fibre chassis and aluminium and fibreglass bodywork.

The carbon fibre chassis is kept bare except for a few bits of carpet in the foot wells and an aluminum kick - plate for the passenger.

But it is its low weight, thanks to it's carbon fibre chassis that helps boost its performance.

Often considerably more expensive, less capable and with uninspiring engine, the 4C doesn't stack up very well next to it's rivals; that's the price you pay for a carbon fibre chassis.

The 4C Coupe and Spider share the same drivetrain, and because of that carbon fibre chassis remains reasonably stiff even with out a roof, the Spider is only 45 kg heavier.

Only way to compete in the lightweight sport car category at the top level is to start with carbon fibre chassis.

The carbon fibre chassis puts this vehicle in a different handling class that fewer are able to exploit.

Still if they had carbon fibre chassis, it would provide an advantage but less so at lightweight targets.

It's a small, rear drive, sports car with unassisted steering and a carbon fibre chassis.

A carbon fibre chassis will be used, while Glickenhaus promises high levels of customisation for the car, including mechanical setup to suit each driver's needs.

You can see the influences from the 8C supercar, but this concept previews the all carbon fibre chassis tub, designed and engineered by Italian firm Dallara.

Carmaker will use composites technology centre to build carbon - fibre chassis for future models in boost for local economy

The reinvigorated outfit pioneered the carbon fibre chassis and became the dominant force in F1 from 1984 until the early nineties, with the likes of Niki Lauda, Alain Prost and Ayrton Senna winning championship.

Not exact matches

In UK patent application 2 270 182, the company suggests that new cars could be built with two electronic devices, one at the front and one at the rear, connected by a fibre - optic link bonded to the chassis.

The car is built around a central aluminium spaceframe chassis, and features lightweight bodywork - including carbon fibre front and rear wings.

The carbon fibre stiffness in such lightweight and wide chassis makes it that way.

The use of carbon fibre is for chassis rigidity, weight savings and passenger cell integrity - all of which are required to be quicker.

The chassis is carbon fibre, the engine is a V8 twin turbo and it will hit 204mph flat out.

It's no Porsche Cayman GT4 in terms of ease of use (it doesn't get the Evora 400's revised chassis so getting in and out requires a level of contortion) and the NVH levels, though improved, can't mask the bare extruded aluminium chassis, glass fibre body and that harsh engine note.

Lamborghini has managed to keep the weight below 1500 kg, thanks to thee use of carbon fibre and aluminium in the Huracan's chassis, although this is still slightly heavier than the Gallardo.

Mounted on an aluminum chassis, the 800 - horsepower engine is surrounded by a carbon fibre body.

The car is a showcase in carbon fibre technology, with the list of carbon fibre bits including the seats, the wheels, the chassis, the sun visors, and there are even plans for a carbon fibre set of springs for the suspension, which reduce the weight by a further 3Kg.

• Lightweight aluminium chassis • FIA approved full rollcage in 15CDV6 high - strength steel • Integral air jacks (optional) • Polycarbonate side and rear windows • Side sills with exposed carbon fibre rib • Quick - release bonnet and tailgate • Carbon fibre side strakes • Reduced weight wiring harness • Lightweight battery

Its weight - saving measures includes carbon - fibre and magnesium wheels, carbon seats, carbon body panels, and a composite chassis.

Upgrades over the standard BMW 4 - Series include: a very powerful and responsive, twin turbocharged engine producing 425hp and 550 Nm of torque, improved handling, suspension, and braking systems; aerodynamic body enhancements; interior / exterior accents with the tri-colour «M» (Motorsport) badging; the significantly reduced weight compared to the standard 4 series with an all - new stiffer chassis and extensive use of carbon fibre, especially the roof of the car.

Chassis Adjustable Polestar Öhlins shock absorbers Front strut brace with carbon fibre enforcement Stiffer top mount front and rear Stiffer tie blade bushing Polestar optimised steering 80 % stiffer springs compared to S / V60 T6 R - Design Front: 60 N / mm Rear: 67 N / mm (S60) 72 N / mm (V60)

The two - seat sports cars feature a carbon - fibre monocoque chassis that helps achieve a favourable power - to - weight ratio.

These include the increased use of lightweight materials such as carbon - fibre - reinforced plastic and aluminum for a number of chassis and body components.

Our CSR / Levante kit is specially designed to fit the CSR / Levante and the kit features a 1285 mm wide front Carbon Fibre wing, Carbon Alloy honeycomb chassis mounts, Carbon cross brace and all mounts and fixings.

Adding to the Alfa Romeo brand's legendary racing history and the exciting experience of open - air motoring, the all - new 2015 Alfa Romeo 4C Spider debuts with panoramic views complemented with a signature Alfa exhaust note, plus the essential sportiness of the award - winning 4C Coupe: handcrafted in Modena, Italy; groundbreaking and seductive Italian style; state - of - the - art Formula 1 inspired carbon fibre monocoque chassis that enables an incredible power - to - weight ratio; advanced technologies, including the all - aluminum 1750 cc turbocharged engine with direct - injection, dual intercoolers, and variable - valve timing that enable supercar - level performance.

The McLaren Senna is built around the latest carbon fibre monocoque chassis from McLaren.

* Form follows function: distinctive centre air intake and vertical grilles feed larger volume of air (+ 10 %) to turbocharger intercoolers while bonnet vents extract hot air from engine bay * Subtly curved rear wheel arches with newly tooled side panels accommodate increased rear track of the uprated chassis and provide muscular stance * Distinctive «smoked steel finish» to all exterior «brightware», including the first automotive application of «Physical Vapour Deposition'to stainless steel * Larger, twin elliptical exhaust tailpipes and rear valance with discreet vertical divider * 2 new pearlescent and 2 new matt finish colours * Unique driver - focused, two - seater cabin with lightweight sports seats, giving a 45 kg (99 lb) weight saving * Rear seats replaced by stowage deck with carbon fibre luggage retaining beam * AlcantaraTM, carbon fibre and «Soft Touch» leather provide a very different interpretation of Bentley craftsmanship with choice of Single Tone and Duo Tone combinations

This limited edition supercar further underscores its exclusive status with visual modifications to the interior and exterior, including newly designed bumpers in CFC and bucket seats with a chassis of glass fibre - reinforced polymer (GFRP).

The vehicle's chassis is said to be constructed of aluminum and carbon fibre in a bid to reduce overall weight.

«Lights On» warning buzzer, 8» touch screen, Adaptive cruise control, Bluetooth Handsfree Phone Connection, Front parking sensors, Full Link App interface, Low fuel warning light, Outside temperature gauge, Progressive power assisted steering, Rear parking sensors, Rear view camera, Remote fuel flap release, SEAT Drive profile, SEAT logo boot release, Service interval indicator, Touch screen display, Trip computer, Voice control system, 2 USB ports, 2 USB sockets in rear, 2 X SD card slot, 8 speakers, Auxiliary input socket, Beats audio system, Bluetooth audio streaming, Connecting box + Keyless entry, DAB Digital radio, Radio / CD + MP3, Steering wheel mounted audio / phone controls, Aluminium front door sills, Body colour door handles, Body coloured bumpers, Body side blades in carbon fibre accent, Carbon fibre front spoiler, Carbon fibre rear diffuser, Carbon fibre rear spoiler, Copper coloured door mirrors, Dark tinted rear windows, Electric adjustable / heated / folding door mirrors, Electric front / rear windows with one touch / anti pinch, Electric headlamp adjustment, Glossy black and copper detailed front fog lamps, Heated washer nozzles, High gloss black finish B and C pillars, High gloss black front grille surround, LED daytime running lights, LED Headlights, LED indicators in door mirrors, LED number plate light, LED tail lights, Metallic paint, Rear wash / wipe, Reverse activated kerb - view adjustment on passenger's door mirror, Twin exhaust pipes, 12v power point in centre console, 3 height adjustable rear headrests, 60/40 split folding rear seat, Active head restraints, Additional heating and ventilation outlet in rear of centre console, Alcantara gear selector, Alcantara steering wheel with copper stitching, Alcantara / leather upholstery, Aluminium pedals, Ambient lighting, Black roof lining, Boot net, Bucket seats, Copper stitching on door panels, Driver seat height adjust, Driver seat lumbar adjustment, Driver / passenger sunvisors with illuminated vanity mirrors, Dual zone climate control, Dust / pollen filter, Front adjustable head restraints, Front armrest with storage box, Front cupholders x 2, Front seatback pockets, Front / rear floor mats, Height / reach adjust steering wheel, High centre console, Illuminated boot, Illuminated door sills, Illuminated glovebox, Illuminated rear centre console, Instrument lighting with brightness control, Leather handbrake, LED reading lights, Luggage tie - down hooks, Passenger seat height adjuster, Passenger seat lumbar adjust, Rear armrest, Rear top tether child seat ISOFIX attachment, Storage boxes under front seats, Camera pack - Leon, Convenience pack plus - Leon, Convenience pack + - Leon, Full LED headlight pack - Leon, Navigation system pack high - Leon Cupra / Cupra R, Parking assistance pack - Leon, Safety pack - Leon, Safety Pack Plus - Leon, Winter pack - Leon, 3 point rear seatbelts x3, ABS + traction control, Black brembo brake calipers, Child proof door locks, Collision mitigation braking system, Curtain airbags, Driver / Front Passenger airbags, Drivers knee airbag, Electronic parking brake with auto hold, ESP+EBA, Front assist including city emergency braking, Front seatbelt pretensioners, Front Seatbelt warning, Front side airbags, Hill hold control, Passenger airbag deactivation system, Tyre pressure monitoring system, 2 folding remote keys with window open / close function, Engine immobiliser, Locking wheel bolts, Remote central locking + deadlocks, Volumetric alarm with back up horn, Dynamic chassis control, Electronic limited slip differential, Lowered sports suspension, Copper interior trim, 19» Cupra R black and copper finished alloy wheels, Space saver spare wheel

The high wing package includes a new front splitter with carbon fibre ends, Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 3 tyres and chassis and magnetic ride control.

The Vulcan features a carbon fibre monocoque chassis, which increases rigidity and reduces weight — something that may come in very handy on future models.

Weighing only 1,128 kilograms the ultralight carbon fibre monocoque and aluminum chassis help contribute to an incredible 10.4 power - to - weight ratio

Dimensions Length without rear wing: 4,980 mm Width without mirrors: 2,046 mm Width with mirrors: 2,224 mm Height: 1,212 mm (variable) Wheelbase: 2,880 mm Engine Model: V8 engine with BMW TwinPower Turbo Technology Capacity: 3,981 cc Number of cylinders: 8 V angle: 90 ° Bore: 89 mm Stroke: 80 mm Cylinder spacing: 98 mm Engine speed: approx. 7,000 rpm Body • Composite body with carbon core and DMSB - approved safety roll cage • CFRP outer shell with quick - change concept Chassis • Double wishbones on front and rear axle • Four - way adjustable shock absorbers at front and rear • Anti-roll bars with quick adjustment Power Transmission • Six - speed sequential motorsport gearbox • Electric paddle shift system • Limited slip differential • CFRP drive shaft • Sachs carbon - fibre clutch Electronics • BMW Motorsport in - house developed software functions for engine, gearbox and driver assistance • Steering wheel with 16 buttons and seven dials • Rear - view camera system with object recognition • High - performance headlights with OSRAM LED elements • Live telemetry system for vehicle monitoring Wheels / Tyres • BMW Aero rims: 12.5 x18 inch on the front axle, 13x18 inch on the rear axle • Michelin tyres: 30/68 R18 on the front axle, 31/71 R18 on the rear axle