Volkswagen Lightweight Concept Vehicle Auto 2000
850104
03/01/1985
- Event
- Content
- This paper describes the methodology in design and construction of a light weight research car, the Volkswagen Auto 2000. The structural concept of a totally welded body was abandoned in favor of a hybrid structure with synthetic material components. The front end, rear end and rear axle are described in detail. The first step in the design of a rigid body frame made of synthetic material is also reported.
- Pages
- 12
- Citation
- Grove, H., and Voy, C., "Volkswagen Lightweight Concept Vehicle Auto 2000," SAE Technical Paper 850104, 1985, https://doi.org/10.4271/850104.