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Garuda, the car that runs 180 km per litre!

August 6, 2008

Shell glass fibre was used as shell material, with transparent sections made of polycarbonate sheets to provide the best design.

The team also used the intermediate freewheel mechanism using sprocket assemblies from cycles to provide for effective reduction and to prevent compression braking.

A variable jet carburettor salvaged from a TVS motorbike was used to provide better burning efficiency. Simple caliper cycle brakes were also used as they were light weight and provided sufficient braking torque.

A thick aluminum firewall with a wooden lining and a strong section of aluminum tubing was used as a roll cage providing adequate driver safety.

Image: Another view of the Garuda.

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