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Kevlar

11 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

Kevlar is a very strong plastic fiber that can stop things from breaking through. It’s used in cars to keep people safe if something hits the car.

Technical Definition

Kevlar is a high-strength synthetic fiber known for its excellent impact resistance. In automotive use, it’s added to panels or bodywork to protect against intrusion and improve safety.

Hear It Discussed

"We didn't know what that was, but Kevlar, where you can make bulletproof vests out of it. And it was like, you know, so it was like really seemed like the future, you know?"
California’s New Hypercar: Czinger 21C Spike's Car Radio 21:41

"Helmets are a marvel of engineering, made primarily from a combination of carbon fiber and Kevlar. The weight adjusted is about 2.7 pounds or 1.25 kilograms if you're in need reveal."
Leaf Peepers and Wine Sippers: Safety Helmets: '25 Grand Highlander In Wheel Time Podcast: Your Go-To Automotive Talk Show 09:06

"They come up with a way to extend the life of the belt. To 60,000 to 60,000 kilometers. Yeah, they're making it out of Kevlar. They don't have Kevlar, hadn't been invented yet."
#2619: Teens and Cars The Best of Car Talk 23:38