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New BMW uses fabric instead of steel!

July 2, 2008

A metal wire structure supports the fabric and has flexible carbon struts at points where the fabric needs movement.

So if the engine needs air for cooling, the vents expand by themselves and if the car needs more downforce, the rear spoiler changes its shape.

While the material is permeable by light, it is not transparent, so its headlights and taillights are not visible until they are turned on.

Bangle says that the car is as heavy as a standard car with painted metal panels, while enjoying near 100 per cent recyclability and utilises less energy and resources to build.

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