automobile design and the impact on auto glass professionals
DESCRIPTION
Corporate Average Fuel Economy(CAFE) Standards have remained virtually unchanged for 30 years. Dramatic change is coming. The Government mandate of 54.5 MPG by 2025 will change vehicle design and likely impact Auto Glass Installation. This presentation takes a closer look at emerging technology and makes predictions on the future.TRANSCRIPT
Presented byJeff Martineau@ClarityJeff
Automobile Design and Auto Glass
Fuel Economy and Auto Design
1974
•13 MPG
•4050 lbs
•Auto Glass-Cosmetic
1985
•27 MPG
•3050 lbs
•Auto Glass-Structural
Fuel Economy and Auto Design
2014
•35 MPG
•Auto Glass-Structural
2025
•54.5 MPG
•Auto Glass-?
54.5 MPG by 2025
54.5 MPG by 2025
• Engine Improvements
• Efficiency Improvements
• Lightweight materials displace Cast Iron and traditional Steel
• Other…
54.5 MPG and You
• Carbon Fiber & Aluminum– 2013 Dodge Viper
54.5 MPG and You
• Carbon Fiber & Aluminum– 2014 Corvette Stingray
54.5 MPG and You
• Carbon Fiber– 2014 BMW I3
54.5 MPG and You
• Aluminum Body– Honda, Audi, Ferrari, Jaguar, Land Rover,
Corvette, Tesla, Ram 1500 Hood
54.5 MPG and You
• Aluminum Body– 2015 Ford F150
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