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Vorsteiner BMW F32 4 Series Carbon Fiber Front Spoiler

Vorsteiner BMW F32 4 Series Carbon Fiber Front Spoiler

Vorsteiner has released another carbon fiber aero addition for the popular BMW F32 4 Series Coupe. It features a lightweight carbon fiber construction, utilizing the Vorsteiner Autoclaved Pre-Preg Carbon Fiber structure. This engineering procedure allows…

BMW showcases more parts made of lightweight materials

BMW showcases more parts made of lightweight materials

Earlier this week, we went to Miramas, France to drive what could be the future of zero emission long-distance transportation. BMW chose as a test bed the somewhat design-controversial 5 Series GT which was fitted…

A Guide to Understanding Carbon Fiber Weaves and Fabrics

A Guide to Understanding Carbon Fiber Weaves and Fabrics

Carbon fiber originated for aerospace use, but as it has become more usable this material expanded into the automotive industry.  It has several properties that make it a superior product for so many automotive applications.  Properties…

BMW i3: High demand requires doubling of carbon production

BMW Group and Boeing to collaborate on carbon fiber recycling

The BMW Group and Boeing signed a collaboration agreement to participate in joint research for carbon fiber recycling as well as share manufacturing knowledge and explore automation opportunities. Both the BMW Group and Boeing are…

Next generation BMW 7 Series to use carbon fiber

Next generation BMW 7 Series to use carbon fiber

In a recent interview with BMWBLOG, Dr. Klaus Drager said that the next generation BMW 7 Series will make extensive use of carbon fiber. When asked the question about CFRP moving into mainstream production cars,…

BMW i: The Trouser Press

BMW i: The Trouser Press

Frankfurt am Main, Germany – When discussing electric vehicles it is understood that the enemy to range is weight. Anything that can be done reasonably to reduce vehicle weight has to be investigated, and, if…

Editorial: Carbon Future

Exploring the focus towards carbon in all of its applications within BMW and on the global stage. Carbon. The 6th most abundant element in our galaxy. More and more we hear about its uses and…

Exclusive: BMW X5 with Carbon Fiber Unibody

Exclusive: BMW X5 with Carbon Fiber Unibody

At the recent Innovation Days Mobility event, BMW unveiled their future plans in becoming the world’s leader in volume-produced cars with an electric drive and with a passenger cell made from carbon. CFRP, a recent…