Automobile Design and the Impact on Auto Glass Professionals

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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.

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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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