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Old 01-14-2010, 11:24 AM   #22 (permalink)
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I'm having more questions about this "Very Light Car":

What is the transmission? With a (very) small displacement ICE, you'll need a pretty sophisticated many-geared transmission. They show a clutch pedal...

The side intake(s) are for engine cooling, and I think the rear (oval) vents are for the heated air to exhaust out (I think?). Are there any provisions for cabin ventilation? (Obviously, there is no A/C.)

The front suspension remains a mystery -- maybe it is torsion bars inside the support tube struts? Is the steering rod also inside there, or is it behind it?

Does this car have a version of Stop/Start?

How much does it weigh?
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