Carbon Fiber on Its Way? Lightweight cars excite automotive engineers

摘要

With increasing concerns about fuel economy, automotive OEMs and suppliers are looking to take weight out of their cars. One approach with far-reaching consequences is using more carbon-fiber reinforced plastics (CFRP). A car made with lighter, stronger materials means better fuel economy as well as better handling and acceleration. CFRP may be the ultimate lightweight material for the job, but challenges remain.