The increased torsional rigidity of
the new bodyshell (up by 14 percent compared to the outgoing model) provides an excellent foundation for both enhanced refinement and improved safety.
With a torsional stiffness of 36,500 Nm / degree, a 4 % increase over the previous generation Flying Spur,
the new bodyshell provides an extremely rigid platform for the chassis components and a stable foundation for NVH reduction.
Longer, lower and wider than the current car, with an extended wheelbase, the next generation Forte will be manufactured with an all -
new bodyshell structure.
Safety is also improved, with a strong
new bodyshell featuring twice the proportion of Advanced High Strength Steel compared to the outgoing model.
The fully - independent front suspension carries over the format of the outgoing model, but features a range of modifications to make the best use of
the new bodyshell.
Wrapping a luxurious four - seat interior with Alcantara headlining and carbon - fibre highlights is
a new bodyshell rear of the reshaped C - pillar to accommodate a small, near - square plastic - lined rear tub that's 1100 mm long.
Often thought of as merely a tuner, Ruf actually qualifies as a car manufacturer under German regulations, and thanks to a close relationship with the Porsche factory is able to ship in brand
new bodyshells to which it attaches its own VIN plates.
Not exact matches
Luckily the bumf also talks of a «stiffer
bodyshell, uprated suspension, lower gearing, enhanced dynamics, and
new Recaro sports seats».
The good news is, almost all the serious performance enhancements available in the European - spec GTI will make it into the 2015 GTI for the U.S. Naturally we'll be getting the
new, more spacious
bodyshell with independent rear suspension, plus the electric - assist steering that features a variable - ratio rack - and - pinion to reduce the number of turns that the steering wheel requires to go from lock to lock.
It's got the latest quattro hardware and a high - revving 444bhp V8, all wrapped in a coupe
bodyshell, but is the all -
new RS5 a genuine M3 beater?
These were the aims when developing the
bodyshell for the
new S - Class — a third - generation aluminium hybrid
bodyshell.
The completely
new Ian Callum designed XK was unveiled in 2005 at the Frankfurt Motorshow and was an instant success, the
new aluminium monocoque
bodyshell reduces weight considerably, which gives increased performance and fuel economy.
One aim during development of the
new four - door AMG GT was to anchor the genes of a sports car in the
bodyshell.
The
bodyshell of the
new C - Class is distinguished by its outstanding aerodynamics.
Measures adopted include fitting 14 per cent thicker front door window glass, low - drag exterior mirror housings,
new vibration - damping engine mounts, hollow drive shafts, stronger
bodyshell joints between the sills and B - pillars, double - layer door seals, and increased foam - filling in the A -, B - and C - pillars.
The stiffer
bodyshell is the result of a comprehensive package of reinforcements in critical areas with the aim of making the
new cee'd not just amongst the most efficient in its class, but also the safest.
The
new Sorento will benefit from more accomplished ride and handling and a higher level of refinement and safety thanks to a stronger
bodyshell structure, enhancements to the suspension and steering, improved NVH (noise, vibration and harshness) characteristics, and the longer wheelbase.
The lighter (and stronger)
bodyshell, together with all -
new suspension systems, helped Cadenza to achieve a weight loss of up to 130 kg, compared with the previous Opirus - even though the
new model has numerous additional features.
[6] probably due to intense competition from Buick's all -
new Riviera, which was in the same price range as the Starfire but had its own unique
bodyshell.
The extensive use of high tensile steel in the
bodyshell construction has helped to reduce the overall weight of the
new Auris by up to 40 kg.
The
new Toyota Auris range benefits from enhancements to its
bodyshell rigidity, suspension, steering, driving position and NVH characteristics to offer drivers a more comfortable and engaging driving experience.
The extensive use of high tensile steel in the
bodyshell construction has helped to reduce the overall weight of the
new Auris by up to 40 kg, whilst its overall reduction in height has also lowered the centre of gravity.
The
bodyshell of the all -
new Optima is stronger than ever thanks to the more extensive use of ultra-high tensile steel (UHTS).
For 1963, Catalinas and other full - sized Pontiacs featured cleaner, squared - off bodylines and vertical headlights flanking the split grille, but retained the same dimensions and basic
bodyshell of 1961 - 62 models except for the rear flanks of the
new coke bottle styling and due to this styling the rear track was extended to the 59 and 60 Pontiac's 64» wide track.
It wraps up the same basic guts as the hot I30 into the pretty yet quirky
bodyshell of the all -
new Veloster.
Enhanced refinement Throughout the development of the
new Sorento, Kia engineers also focused on strengthening the
bodyshell structure and improving NVH (noise, vibration and harshness) characteristics to increase refinement and create a tranquil travelling environment that is as sophisticated as the
new model's styling.
Mercedes - Benz has improved the already exemplary long - distance comfort of the E-Class even further in the
new saloon, including intelligent
bodyshell technology with up to 30 percent greater rigidity, further improved seats and a newly developed suspension whose shock absorbers automatically adjust to the current driving situation.
Three engineering improvements minimise vibrations — the front subframe is now bush - mounted (rather than bolted directly to the
bodyshell), an intermediate shaft is added to the drivetrain, resulting in symmetrical (equal length) front drive shafts and a
new mounting bracket for the transmission has greater rigidity and reduced resonance.
Seeking refined quietness inside the all -
new Genesis, Hyundai engineers re-investigated idle noise (including vibrations), acceleration noise, road and wind noise, and audible booming throughout the
bodyshell.
Around 72 percent of all the
bodyshell panels for the
new E-Class are made from these grades of steel — a
new record in passenger - car development.
A lightweight
bodyshell with high torsional rigidity, along with a long wheelbase and a squat, muscular stance, provide an ideal foundation for crisp steering response, supple ride comfort and sporty agility for the
new Land Rover Discovery Sport.
The
new super sports car from Mercedes - Benz and AMG dazzles with its unparalleled technology package: an aluminium space - frame
bodyshell with gull - wing doors; an AMG 6.3 - litre, front - mid V8 engine with 420 kW / 571 hp peak output, 650 Nm of torque, and dry sump lubrication; seven - speed dual - clutch transmission in a transaxle configuration; and sports suspension with aluminium double - wishbones.
Toyota supplied the donor car and the
bodyshell, and GPR has added all the
new specifications, which teams will be able to adopt from the 2011 season.
Ultra compact, and weighing in at a low 183 kg, the
new 2.5 - litre TFSI engine is a perfect accompaniment to the lightweight aluminium and steel hybrid TT
bodyshell, helping to keep the kerb weight of the RS Coupe down to 1,450 kg, and contributing to an exceptional power - to - weight ratio of 234PS (again, about 230.8 bhp) per ton.
Ultra compact, and weighing in at a low 183 kg, the
new TFSI engine is a perfect accompaniment to the lightweight aluminium and steel hybrid TT
bodyshell, helping to keep the kerb weight of the RS Coupe down to 1,450 kg, and contributing to an exceptional power - to - weight ratio of 234PS per ton.
Moreover, comfort is improved through
new seats that provide a snug fit and chiropractic control as well as improved posture and cushioning, plus improved NVH thanks to a stiffer
bodyshell as well as reduced distance between welded joints.
Comfort is improved through
new, more supportive seats, along with lower NVH thanks to a stiffer
bodyshell as well as reduced distance between welded joints.
The smartphone features a rugged M810F
bodyshell with exposed fasteners, a 3.5 inch capacitive display with fixed Android navigation keys, 5.0 megapixel camera with flash and HD video capture, microSD card slot, 8 GB of internal memory and the
new Gâ $ ™ zGear application suite.
The Motorola i576 features Bluetooth, DirectTalk, GPS support with Sprint Navigation, and an M810F certified
bodyshell for durability. The phone is expected to be available on October 19th for $ 69.99 after
new 2 year agreement and $ 50 mail - in rebate.