Monday, March 01, 2010 Fisker, Ahead of Its Time
 New American car manufacturer Fisker has chosen the Geneva Auto Show early in March to unveil the space frame concept of its Karma electric car based upon 5,000- and 6,000-series aluminum alloys joined by 79 meters of precision CMT MIG welds and 1,058 self-piercing rivets. What’s more, it can resist flexing, impact, and resonant vibrations from 23,000 to 33,000 Newton/m (16,964 to 24,339.5 lb/ft) depending on the angle. Dual Phase 600-Series steel reinforced components in the doors and B-pillars assure substantial side impact protection. The lithium-ion battery compartment is placed in the middle of the car to put it farthest from impact. These cages will be built by Valmet Automotive in Uusikaupunki, Finland. (ED)
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