Volkswagen ARVW

ARVW
Overview
ManufacturerVolkswagen
Production1970s (concept car)
Body and chassis
ClassConcept car

The ARVW (Aerodynamic Research Volkswagen) concept car was built by Volkswagen in the end of the 1970s, initially for aerodynamic research to investigate the influence of a vehicle's shape on its fuel consumption at high speeds. A tuned, six-cylinder turbodiesel engine and a conventional gearbox were used, while the body was made from aluminium and composite materials.

The ARVW was the fastest diesel car in the world in 1980, reaching a top speed of 362.07 km/h (225 mph).[1]

Fastest diesel car in 1980s. Riga Motor Museum, Latvia (October 2008)

References

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  1. ^ Seume, Keith (2002). Volkswagen Cars and Trucks. MotorBooks International. p. 133. ISBN 0-7603-0982-5. Retrieved 9 February 2011.