This has been a busy summer for the folks at Rothspeed, an after-market performance chassis and custom vehicle manufacturer located in Milton, Vermont. Their 100% carbon fiber SplitRay Coupe is now available and features a 6-inch wider cabin, an 800 hp custom engine and more. Weighing in at 2800 lbs, the Splitray boasts a top… Read more »
Category: Automotive Industry
SSC’s Tuatara Sets Car Speed Record
In early October, SSC’s hypercar Tuatara, driven by Oliver Webb, set a new world speed record at 316.11 mph. The event took place on a closed stretch of Nevada State Route 160. Webb reached a top speed of 331.15 mph in one direction, then 301.07 mph in the opposite direction, with an average speed of… Read more »
Delage D12 Hypercar Features ProCurve Windshield
ProCurve Glass windshields provide a safe barrier for drivers and occupants in a variety of transportation applications, including custom automotive windshields. Recently, we supplied a windshield for automaker Delage’s D12 hypercar. The ¼ inch curved laminated windshield incorporated green glass, resulting in a visible light transmittance of 83% in compliance with ANSI Z26.1, the American… Read more »
Custom Cars Get Custom Windshields
Not all automotive vehicles are mass produced. Some are limited in the number produced and sold. ProCurve Glass has supplied curved laminated glass windshields for limited production automobiles for many years. These windshields meet automotive safety requirements as well as the creative and performance goals of the design team. Two exciting examples of limited production vehicles are the SplitRay®… Read more »
Auto Glass Market Projected to Grow
The glass demand for the auto industry continues to grow, and it is expected to become even more lucrative in the coming years. Technological development, financial stability, and raw material affluence are all increasing the market growth. Laminated glass for the auto industry will be playing a major role in the growth of this market…. Read more »
Curved Glass for Automobiles
Installing curved glass from a company like ProCurve Glass Design will give you plenty of benefits and rewards. Giving your car a sleek look for your sports car, truck, recreational vehicle, or classic car will enhance it. We can provide a sleek and durable windshield that has a crystal-clear view. It’s designed to be incredibly… Read more »
Revamp Your Classic Car Glass for Summer Car Shows
The summer is here, which means car shows and festivals will be more and more frequent. If you have a classic car that you’re looking to take out and show off, maybe it’s time to update your car’s glass with strengthened curved glass for your windshield and windows. Why Choose Custom Automotive Glass? There are… Read more »
Gorilla Glass in Cars
Is there anything more frustrating than dropping your cell phone and seeing the glass on it shatter? It can make the phone almost impossible to use and force you to pay a fortune to replace it. It’s why some cell phone manufacturers have started to incorporate Gorilla Glass into their creations. Gorilla Glass is a… Read more »
How to Remove Stickers from Car Windows
Do you have a bunch of stickers scattered all over the windows on your car? If so, there is probably going to come a time when you won’t want them there anymore. When that times comes, there are a couple surefire methods you can use to remove them. Check out how to remove stickers from… Read more »
How Winter Affects Your Glass Windshield
Winter can wreak havoc on your entire car, truck, or SUV. Everything from your engine to your tires can be put under a lot of pressure and stress when the temperature goes down. But your vehicle’s windshield often gets the worst of winter. Here are just a few ways the winter season can affect your… Read more »