Have you ever wondered why luxury cars often cost millions, if not tens of thousands of dollars? Lovers of luxury cars would know that it`s because current car models feature cutting-edge carbon fiber parts. There are 12 parts of a car that can be made of carbon fiber. The side mirrors, roof panel, and hood are just three examples of parts where carbon fiber can be used. The material is tough, about 10 times stronger and 5 times lighter than steel.
So why doesn`t the auto industry ditch traditional materials in favor of carbon fiber? The answer lies in the costs. To begin with, the raw materials are expensive. Not to mention the time-consuming production and complex manufacturing.
This is why luxury cars with carbon fiber will cost you an arm and leg. The most expensive one, McLaren F1, costs a whopping $1,920,000. The Lamborghini Centenario is not far behind in second place with a price tag of $1,900,000.
If money is not an issue and you`re considering buying a luxury car despite the hefty price attached, you should probably consider proper care and cleaning of its carbon fiber parts. Do you clean it like other regular car parts or are there special instructions on its maintenance?
This infographic by Carbon Fiber Gear will tell you how to care for you carbon fiber car parts properly so you can avoid ugly oxidation, yikes! You`ll also learn fascinating facts about carbon fiber, including why the auto industry isn`t keen to produce more of it for manufacturing.
