Deep Dive: Mercedes-Benz E-Class Superlight

Mercedes-Benz readies a revolutionary carbon-fiber sedan.Lightweight construction is an increasingly pivotal element of automotive R&D, and an absolute must have at the upper end of the premium segment. While Audi continues to reap the benefits of its aluminum spaceframe approach, BMW is putting a clear emphasis on carbon fiber. For its project i cars, BMW has teamed up with SGL Carbon, a leading systems supplier that recently also attracted the interest of the VW group. For its part, Mercedes-Benz has signed a cooperation deal with Toray, a Japanese carbon fiber provider. Both SGL and Toray are seasoned material specialists that have also acquired strong know-how in terms of vehicle architectures, manufacturing processes, and cost-cutting methods.


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Automobile Magazine
11-22-2011 09:11 AM