BMW – MAGNESIUM
August 1st, 2003
BY JONATHAN THOMSONGERMANY'S BMW is planning to expand the use of magnesium in its vehicles after developing the "world's first" magnesium/aluminium crankcase for a water-cooled engine. Describing magnesium as "the ideal lightweight material" the carmaker's engineers claim to have overcome problems created by high temperatures and corrosion. The weight of the composite crankcase has been reduced by one-quarter, resulting in improved performance and economy. It is scheduled to enter regular production in BMW vehicles in the next two years. BMW's use of ...
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