’Shields Up
The Ford GT is the first vehicle to use a lightweight Gorilla Glass windshield
By Steve Turner
Photos courtesy of Ford Motor Company
If you own a smart phone, you’ve probably at least heard of Gorilla Glass. This hybrid glass technology is lightweight, scratch resistant and more durable than traditional glass. Because Ford engineers were looking at advanced materials to reduce weight, they contacted Corning, the maker of Gorilla Glass, to develop the technology for automotive applications. The collaboration was obviously fruitful, as the new Ford GT is the first production vehicle to employ a Gorilla Glass windshield.
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