Image Thirty-Eight

Image Thirty-Eight: Displayed by exhibitor Sabic Innovative Plastics in the Grand Concourse of McCormick Place during NPE2009, this Lincoln MKT concept car incorporates plastic components that save 104 lb. (47 kg) in weight. Over the course of 125,000 vehicles that would represent fuel savings of 15 million gallons (56 million liters), and a reduction in carbon dioxide emissions of 128,000 metric tons. The use of polycarbonate instead of glass allows great design freedom, evident in the expanse of glazing sweeping back from the vehicle windshield.