Ford will install Corning Gorilla Glass hybrid windshields on its 2017 GT supercar that are 30% lighter and 25-50% thinner than conventional windshields. The windshield incorporates existing Gorilla Glass and will be used on both the windshield and rear engine cover, contributing to enhanced handling, improved fuel efficiency, and reduced risk of damage. The 2017 GT will also use specialized glass for the bulkhead panel between the passenger area and engine bay for additional weight savings and performance boosts.

1. Ford will install a Corning Gorilla Glass hybrid windshield on its 2017 GT supercar.
The Gorilla Glass that you tap every day on your smartphone is all set to debut as an auto
windshield. The three-piece safety glass incorporates Corning's existing Gorilla Glass - more
commonly associated with mobile device screens - and will be featured in the Ford GT
supercar.
It will be around 30% lighter and 25-50% thinner than a conventional glass windshield.
Developed by Ford and Corning, Gorilla Glass hybrid window will be used on both windshield
and rear engine cover of Ford GT, contributing to its enhanced vehicle handling, improved fuel
efficiency and reduced risk of glass damage.
The 2017 GT supercar will also use a bespoke glass combination for the bulkhead panel
between the passenger cell and the engine bay which will bring additional weight savings to
boost performance.
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