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Cars of the Future: Plastic Makes Perfect?

Cars made almost entirely of plastic are paving the way for what you may be driving in the future. Mechanical engineers use a lightweight, high-strength aerospace material called carbon-fiber-reinforced plastic in the doors, hoods, fenders, chasis and also in support frames for the engine and transmission. Read more and watch the video at Science Daily.

Posted by Kathleen on March 20, 2008 8:48 AM |

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