Green Car Congress

JUNE 24, 2013

The XL1 is aggressively optimized for efficiency in all areas of its design and technology—from materials (carbon fiber reinforced polymer monocoque); to powertrain (0.8L The battery comprises 60 25Ah cells, with a carbon-fiber case. The RTM parts are produced in multi-shell heated and vacuum-sealed molds.

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Plug-in Diesel Plug Hybrid 324

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

As part of its plan to electrify its portfolio from 2021 onward, INFINITI will reveal a new Project Black S prototype in Paris, showcasing how Formula One dual-hybrid electric powertrain technology can be deployed in a road car. A single MGU-K (‘K’ stands for ‘kinetic’) unit harvests kinetic energy from braking.

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Infinity Carbon Fiber Hybrid Exhaust 220

The Truth About Cars

MARCH 18, 2025

This is Part 1 of a two-part build series where we focus on a cat-back exhaust, a cold air intake and carbon fiber aero upgrades. You can watch the Supra Video (Part 1) on the Speed Academy YouTube page. Remove the Stock System The factory exhaust is one long piece weighing about 60 pounds.

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Toyota Building Exhaust Carbon Fiber 62

Green Car Congress

MAY 21, 2015

Formulated to replace metal in automotive applications prone to friction and wear such as oil pumps and exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) systems, the new resin offers wear resistance, and low coefficient of friction in both dry and lubricated environments. Solvay’s new Veradel PESU material also meets other key criteria in these applications.

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Polymer F-150 Carbon Fiber Oil 150

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 19, 2013

In collaboration with KraussMaffei, Henkel has developed a process for the manufacture of components based on glass or carbon fiber and using high-pressure resin transfer molding (HP-RTM) technology that creates a surface quality good enough for automobile exteriors.

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Carbon Fiber Production Carbon Manufacturer 186

Green Car Congress

JULY 22, 2014

Voith is introducing a lateral energy absorber made of glass fiber reinforced plastics (GFRP) and aluminum. This new lightweight energy absorber is part of the mutable vehicle head concept Galea, but it can just as well be integrated into other front end systems. Galea fiber composite vehicle head. Click to enlarge.

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Energy Carbon Fiber Standards Concept 236

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 22, 2014

Cost of a finished, stamped component of no greater than $2 per pound of weight saved when compared to a comparable, baseline part. AOI 2: Integrated Computational Materials Engineering (ICME) Development of Carbon Fiber Composites for Lightweight Vehicles. ($6M) Carbon Fiber Composite Targets. Vehicle system.

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Emissions Vehicles Fuel Economy Carbon Fiber 252

Green Car Congress

MAY 16, 2013

To save weight, components such as the oil tank, the air filter box integrated into the subframe and the air induction are made of carbon fiber reinforced polymer. Tailpipe terminate in upper part of rear end. The entire load-bearing structure is made of carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) for extreme torsional rigidity.

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Porsche Plug-in Hybrid Plug 259

The Truth About Cars

AUGUST 30, 2023

That "more" also includes the exhaust and the intercooler. Inside, the car gets upgrades like a carbon-fiber gauge bezel and ceramic window tint. The head gasket has been replaced, and the owner has spare parts -- both OEM parts and parts for modifications. There's also a Steeda rear sway bar.

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2016 Ford Carbon Fiber Cars 104

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 20, 2013

Integrated computational materials engineering (ICME) development of carbon fiber composites for lightweight vehicles. Possible areas of interest for technology to improve fuel efficiency include: Development of high-performance low-temperature catalysts for exhaust aftertreatment.

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Vehicles Fuel Economy Carbon Fiber Plug-in 246

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 16, 2010

The objective of this AOI is to accelerate the realization of lighter weight vehicle materials made from magnesium and carbon fiber capable of attaining 50% weight reduction of passenger vehicles. Development of Low-Cost Carbon Fiber. AOI 2: Lightweighting Materials. Subtopics include: Low-Cost Development of Magnesium.

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Li-ion Carbon Fiber Vehicles Fuel Economy 231

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 18, 2015

This project will develop and demonstrate an advanced drivers-side front door architecture comprised of lightweight materials, functionally integrated component parts, innovative mechanisms and door seal systems. The proposed research will develop a new computer model for prediction of exhaust emissions from internal combustion engines.

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Fuel Carbon Fiber Lithium Ion Vehicles 150

Green Car Congress

APRIL 9, 2019

And thanks to the technology’s compatibility with renewable bio-methane, it makes it an important part of the fuel mix as we move towards low emission mobility. TGI EVO benefits from a third high-strength steel CNG tank, to add to the two new composite carbon fiber tanks located under the trunk floor. The new SEAT Leon 1.5

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Gasoline-Electric Gasoline Gas Gas-Electric 304

Green Car Congress

MARCH 27, 2015

A liquid-cooled lithium-ion battery—developed by A123 Systems in cooperation with Porsche—temporarily stores converted braking energy from the front axle as well as converted exhaust-gas energy. The combustion efficiency of the now lighter and more rigid 2-liter V4 turbocharged gasoline engine has been increased.

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Porsche 2015 Hybrid Carbon Fiber 150

The Truth About Cars

AUGUST 17, 2023

The body uses lots of carbon fiber, and the short-long arm front/multi-link rear suspension can adjust ride height and spring rates depending on whether you're driving on the street or track -- the car will ride almost 40 mm lower when you're doing track laps. The front and rear fascias can be optioned as carbon fiber, as well.

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Carbon Fiber Ford Legal Carbon 98

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 14, 2015

At the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit this week, Ford delivered first proof of that focus with the reveal of the new Ford GT carbon-fiber supercar, as well as the new F-150 Raptor based on the new aluminum F-150 and the Shelby GT350R Mustang. Raptor is powered by Ford’s new, second-generation 3.5-liter

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Shelby Ford F-150 Carbon Fiber 150

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 15, 2016

An enhanced version of Volvo’s I-See, a new feature that memorizes thousands of routes traveled and uses that knowledge to optimize cruise speed and keep the I-shift automated manual transmission in the most fuel-efficient gear possible, was an integral part of the fuel efficiency gains seen during SuperTruck on-road testing.

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Volvo Fuel North America Waste 150

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 28, 2015

Furthermore, their single-scroll design allows for more efficient collection of exhaust as it escapes from within the cylinders. Intake and exhaust variable cam timing (VTC) is deployed to provide an excellent balance of high power, torque, fuel economy, and emissions. With the newly designed twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter

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Acura Hybrid Lithium Ion Engine 150

The Truth About Cars

AUGUST 6, 2024

An optional carbon-fiber spoiler added $950 and 19-inch copper wheels cost $2,186. Save for the trio of large exhaust outlets and the probably not necessary optional carbon-fiber spoiler, there's little of the "boy racer" styling of the Civic Type R. The exhaust note is fine, but unremarkable.

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Acura Carbon Fiber Honda Exhaust 109

The Truth About Cars

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

The mods include Borla exhaust, a cold-air intake, carbon-fiber accents on the steering wheel, and more. The seller has most of the OEM parts available. The front brakes are new but the car will need new front tires soon. All recalls/maintenance have been done. This one is for sale for $24,000 in North Carolina.

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Hyundai North Carolina Carbon Fiber Cars 62

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 12, 2017

The exhaust gas and compressor turbines are separated from one another and located at an optimum position to the exhaust side and to the intake side of the V6 engine, and connected to one another by a shaft. The very high-revving engine is additionally boosted by a high-tech turbocharger.

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Mercedes PHEV Lithium Ion Engine 150

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 22, 2015

Area of Interest (AOI) 3: Body-in-White Joining of Carbon Fiber Composites to Lightweight Metals (Aluminum, Advanced High Strength Steel, or Magnesium) at Prototype Scale for High-Volume Manufacturing. Preference will be given to applications with technologies that minimize reliance on exhaust after-treatment systems.

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Fuel Hydrogen Vehicles Carbon Fiber 150

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 28, 2022

We want a part of the market and will do it in a Maserati way.”. 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. Pretty and powerful.

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Carbon Fiber Ferrari Aston Martin Cadillac 105

The Truth About Cars

MAY 22, 2023

Usually, convertible versions of sports coupes suffer from chassis flex and wind/road noise and the like, but this car doesn’t, at least for the most part – you might get some chassis flex when hitting a severe enough bump, but it’s rare. The best part about the LC 500 convertible, however, is how the 5.0-liter

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Lexus Convert Carbon Fiber Exhaust 97

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 19, 2022

If all of this wasn’t enough, Dodge is equipping the Charger Daytona SRT with something called a Fratzonic Chambered Exhaust system where an amplifier and speaker, located in the rear end, produces a 126 dB roar that mimics the Dodge SRT Hellcat. No more stealth moves. The interior, with a 12.3-inch

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Dodge Concept Carbon Fiber All-Electric 105

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 26, 2022

When at the dealer, make sure to lift the hood and get a look at the beautiful Trofeo red and black engine with its carbon fiber bits, which by far is the most attractive you will see. The LED boomerang-shaped tail lights sit high above the twin, rectangular tailpipes where that wonderful exhaust notes escapes.

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Carbon Fiber Ferrari SUV Cleaning 105

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 30, 2022

For example, IDTechEx expects that lithium-metal and solid-state batteries, axial flux motors, and carbon fiber materials will play an important role in eVTOL markets. Health and safety concerns, like the impact of diesel particulate exhaust emissions on construction worker health, and noise, could be equally important drivers.

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Electric Vehicles Market Vehicles Cars 150

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 23, 2021

The grip was excellent, thanks in a big part to the independent rear suspension that delivered a controlled driving experience. The optional MagneRide damping system, part of the $1,995 Handling Package, kept the rear tires planted. As part of these events we may be offered free transportation, lodging or meals.

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Ford MPG Fuel Economy Shelby 105

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 1, 2021

If you order the performance exhaust or go for the Z51 package, those numbers go up to 495 and 470. inch rear) that were e-boost power-assisted, part of the anti-lock brake system. With a twist of a couple latches off comes the removable carbon fiber roof, letting in the open air. inch front/13.3-inch

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Chevrolet MPG Carbon Fiber Cleaning 98

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 17, 2015

Alternatively they can serve as buffers for renewables such as wind and solar power—whether as part of the grid or as home installations. Because the exhaust system transports only water, it can be made of lightweight polymer. An outer skin made from carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) encases the inner aluminum shell.

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Audi PHEV Fuel Diesel 150

Green Car Congress

JUNE 29, 2015

Below it, the exhaust manifold is integrated into the cylinder head—a key element of efficient thermal management. Emissions stay low due to high- and low-pressure exhaust-gas recirculation and multi-stage exhaust-gas aftertreatment including an SCR system (selective catalytic reduction). Click to enlarge. Millerized 2.0

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Audi Gas Engine MPH 150

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 30, 2022

The Brembo brakes are part of the ABS system, and the MacPherson strut front and multi-link rear suspension added to the road confidence. The lower edges of the fascia, with diffusers, house chrome-tipped dual horizontal exhaust ports. As part of these events we may be offered free transportation, lodging or meals.

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MPG Fuel Economy Clean Cleaning 105

Clean Fleet Report

FEBRUARY 19, 2022

The lower edges of the fascia find dual horizontal exhaust ports. The dash had real carbon fiber trim along with a minimal use of brushed aluminum. This is part of the Smart Posture Assist system that is a feature of the Genesis Ergo-Motion seat. Plenty of stopping power. Elegant Interior.

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Fuel Economy MPG GS 450h Cleaning 99

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 5, 2023

The silhouette still looks the part Turbo Option The 2023 Mazda CX-5 has a base non-turbocharged Skyactiv-G 2.5-liter The shark fin antenna, roof rails, integrated spoiler over the raked power lift gate and bright twin exhaust ports finish-off the rear along with LED tail lights. The Signature trim gets nappa leather.

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Mazda Cleaning Clean MPG 97

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 7, 2022

The relaxed feel in-town and at highway speeds began with the Michelin Primacy Tour 255/40 all-season tires, mounted on 21-inch aluminum-alloy wheels, which were part of the Sport Prestige package, which also included an electronic limited slip differential. As part of these events we may be offered free transportation, lodging or meals.

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Clean Cleaning SUV Fuel Economy 105

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 6, 2021

With each of these colors there are options of contrasting colors and wood, carbon fiber or diamond-cut aluminum trim. The driver’s seat has a surprise for you: it vibrates as part of the lane departure and rear parking warning systems. As part of these events we may be offered free transportation, lodging or meals.

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Cadillac Land Rover MPG Fuel Economy 103

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 1, 2022

The fueling process is fast and easy and a FCEV operates exactly like a gasoline-powered car, but with no noise, exhaust fumes or emissions. Single motor driving the rear wheels 182 horsepower 221 pound-feet of torque Power Output: 128 kW Three carbon-fiber reinforced hydrogen tanks with a three layer structure Hydrogen tank capacity: 5.6

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Toyota Hydrogen Lexus Gasoline-Electric 98