Whenever there are new scientific inventions or technological innovations, initially it is not known how they may be used. It is only later on that one knows that these have application in diverse fields. Say for example, consider a material like carbon fiber, a light yet a tough material. Who could have imagined that it could be used in tennis racket frames as well as car hoods. Today carbon fiber is used in many high tech products.
Being a light material it has several advantages. A heavier vehicle needs more power for driving it. If the vehicle is light lesser power will be required for running at the same speed. Lesser power would mean lesser consumption of fuel and lesser running expenses. A lighter car hood contributes to the lightness of a vehicle in a small way, still it is significant and can not be ignored. Another advantage of a carbon fiber hood is that the weight on the front wheels is less. That provides better balance to the vehicle.
Despite being light carbon fiber is tough and strong. By its very nature a car hood has to be strong. It is also durable and lasts long.
A carbon fiber hood can be manufactured in several styles. If you so wish you can have it painted in the color you prefer and that matches with your car and taste. For example if you have opted for custom body kits you can match your carbon fiber hood to the body kit.
A carbon fiber hood is capable of withstanding heat. It also keeps the engine cool which improves its efficiency.
Carbon fiber hoods may be used in cars as well as trucks. But these are mainly beneficial in racing cars, where lightness and strength are main requirements.
There are a number of manufacturers of carbon fiber hoods. Being a precision engineering product you should ensure that you purchase a quality product. You will notice the improvements while driving a car or a truck with a carbon fiber hood. In a racing car the advantage will be tremendous.
