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This means that CF parts are usually reserved for the core of the chassis; the parts that aren't meant to deform in a crash, and are then surrounded by materials that deform more predictably in the crash energy absorption zones.
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and yea G11?, i thought 7 series is BMW's leading flagship model and should have been G1. Maybe the so planned BMW super car (M8 or whatever) is G1
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The F-series is BMW's money-saving exercise... BMW really went to all lengths to reap the benefits of cost savings for the G-series when they will have to throw CF and lay all their cards out to remain competitive or meet stricter guidelines... so if the horsepower and weight wars are over, then bring out the power to weight ratios
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The current F cars are all but complete as do not forget with the upcoming UKL family spawning 23 models between BMW and MINI all have their own designation under F. And then you have the M cars. Not enough models? Yes you would be right. BMW are evaluating another series of model , a niche model in request to a growing demand. Which could relate to an additional concept under each BMW X model allowing potentially three models for example with an X3 and the X4 being the bookends there is room for an additional model that uses the opening and closing chapters but has a twist in the middle.
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But... I'm really really struggling to imagine what other type of vehicle you could base off each X model, other than a pick-up version...! Perhaps X models whose core competency is off-road performance, rather than on-road performance - such as the G-class from Mercedes. |
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No... but how interesting would that be...
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I hope the test driver remembers to remove those few? dead hookers that are tucked in the trunk
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The new MINI/sub-1er/UKL architecture can be F56-F79. Then you have the F80-series for the next M3/M4/M4 GC variations. The additional X concept models could be hybrid or eDrive-based plugins. Dunno what they'd need in the F9x series |
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For those wondering about CF, it's immensely strong and in a crash, say my bumper was CF and I ran into a wall, the CF would shatter, but as it shatters it takes massive amounts of energy with it. I doubt they'd make bumpers of it, though. Just an example.
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Even with camouflage, the overall stance of the car looks very promising. Will they be able to make it under 3800lbs ?
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Ideally, you want to spread the energy of a crash out over the longest time possible. The deformation characteristics of CF are the opposite of what you want. You get a huge peak in resistance force, followed by a cliff. Steel components dissipate force more linearly, which reduces the peak force transferred and spreads it out over time. This is far more desirable for human survivability. CF is great, but you have to use it in the right way.
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...anyway that G11 looks good, i like the proportions even though its cammo'ed. Very low and sporty.
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