McLaren F1 Designer Aims to Make Cars Significantly Lighter

Sept. 17, 2018
Gordon Murray, along with his design company, recently announced an all-new iStream chassis that’s significantly lighter and more rigid than traditional models.

Sept. 17, 2018—Gordon Murray, along with his design company, recently announced an all-new iStream chassis that’s reportedly significantly lighter and more rigid than traditional models.

As noted in a report by autoindustriya.com, the iStream chassis is built from a lightweight aluminum frame as well as from durable carbon fiber composite panels. Gordon Murray Design also claims that the new chassis could revolutionize how cars of the future will be built.  

The iStream Superlight is constructed from high-strength, thin aluminum on a tubular platform. Additionally, honeycomb shaped, recycled carbon fiber chassis panels replace traditional stamped steel. Because of that, the iStream Superlight will be significantly more lightweight, while also being fairly rigid.

The new chassis is also designed to include improved corrosion resistance, reduced noise and vibration, and a simple crash structure.

Sponsored Recommendations

Valvoline Partner Solutions

We arm you with products that build trust, tools that unlock productivity, and training that drives business performance, so you feel confident in where your...

Grow the business you know

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

Solutions that drive results

Connect with Valvoline experts to increase operational efficiency and customer loyalty – from Valvoline-funded promotions to hands-on training, we’re here to...

Free Resources for Shops Like Yours

View insights, research and solutions curated specifically for shops like yours.