Short notice given only substantially as follows: Toho Tenax, the core company of Teijin Group's carbon fibre business, has provided its carbon fibre-reinforced plastic (CFRP) for the new Lexus F premium sports car series. A total of 65% of the Lexus LFA's cabin will be made with CFRP, enabling the cabin to weigh 100kg less than a comparable aluminium cabin, yet still maintain high rigidity. CFRP will also be used for the diffuser, speed-controlled rear wing and interior components, contributing to the vehicle's considerable weight savings. The components were developed in co-operation with Toyota group companies, parts manufacturers and the Teijin Composite Innovation Center (TCIC). According to Toho Tenax, the new components represent an important step forward in the use of carbon fibre for core automotive components. By 2020, around four million electric vehicles and other environmentally-friendly next-generation automobiles are expected to be available and demand is consequently expected to increase for high-rigidity, ultra-lightweight carbon fibre focus on automotive applications for both composite materials. high-end and mass-production vehicles.
Carbon fibre car components. Toho Tenax carbon fibre-reinforced plastics are being used in the Lexus LFA
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