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Originally Posted by jsenn
oh, and be sure to watch the video. it really seems like the car is alive...
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Thanks for that.
Now I think it's awesome.
who knew? I still think the initial design is ugly as sin, though...this concept would look much better as a...Camaro, for example.
But there's just so many advantages to this idea:
Think of the WEIGHT savings that this could offer! Among the very obvious metal element, there's no light housings; and no big, heavy hinges to handle the doors. It could help vehicles become more fuel efficient AND perform better.
When you get into a little parking lot bumper fun...the fabric just stretches back to where it should be: no scratches, and no dents.
It will be easier/cheaper to manufacture into vehicles, because there's no need for huge stamping machines that need to have it's dies recut each time you want to change something. Also on the manufacturer's side; as metal prices rise this could be a good alternative. And if it's made from a renuable, disposable material, this could aid the "Green" image of vehicles.
I could so see this in the future of cars. Hey, GM! Take this idea, and run with it!
EDIT: However....this could be a bite to wash. Orrrr...you could throw your car into the washing machine! 2 hours...that's as long as it takes me to wash the car now, anyways!
