Shelby SuperCars is known for making fast production cars. They consistently break their own records. The Ultimate Aero for 2009 is the newest in a long line of supercars out of the Shelby stable. Shelby SuperCars engineering has released the horsepower to crowd 1,300, which should push the top end to 270 mph.
The SSC Ultimate Aero is an engineering marvel with a one piece billet aluminum engine block. Carbon air intakes on the side increase the airflow by 20% to give the air gulping fuel system the life it needs. The aggressive nose keeps the front end close to the ground for improved aerodynamics and improved handling.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Ultimate Aero 2009
- The 2009 Shelby Ultimate Aero features a one piece billet aluminum engine block which creates potential for more advanced car manufacturing.
- High-performance Supercars
- Shelby SuperCars is consistently increasing their production of supercars, appealing to a market of high-performance car enthusiasts.
- Carbon Air Intakes
- Carbon air intakes on the side of the Ultimate Aero increase the airflow by 20%, creating a new innovative standard for future car air systems.
Where This Applies
- Automotive Industry
- The expanding market for luxury high-performance vehicles creates potential for more competition and innovative manufacturing methods.
- Aerospace Industry
- The Ultimate Aero’s advanced aerodynamics present opportunities for potential crossover into aerospace engineering.
- Carbon Composite Industry
- The Ultimate Aero's carbon air intakes have significant implications for the use of carbon composite materials in other industries.
