2024 Ford Mustang Dark Horse Showcase: Carbon Wheels from Down Under

The Geelong Carbon Revolution is making a big impact on the environment.

 Ford Australia and Carbon Revolution have created an impressive showcase of the 2024 Ford Mustang Dark Horse which will be released in Australia later this year.

The wheels are designed with a five-spoke layout that pays homage to previous Mustang generations while also featuring new innovations. These include the ‘plasma arc spray’ technology, a ceramic and metal-based heat protection technology which is traditionally associated with the aerospace industry. Furthermore, the wheels are fitted with Carbon Revolution’s Diamond Weave Technology, lug nuts mounted between the spokes and blue carbon-fibre detailing to match the exterior and interior trim highlights.

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The wheels are said to be 37 per cent lighter than traditional wheels, offering a 9.1kg of unsprung weight saving per set. Pirelli P Zero Trofeo RS tyres encompass the carbon-fibre wheels, suggesting that they will be offered as a package deal, like the Ford Everest off-roader’s 18-inch alloy wheel and all-terrain tyre combination. The Mustang Dark Horse will be powered by an overhauled version of the familiar 5.0-litre ‘Coyote’ V8 developing 373kW/566Nm, compared to 358kW/563Nm for the Mustang GT. The entry-level Mustang HP four-cylinder, meanwhile, will develop 235kW/475Nm and all variants will remain rear-wheel drive with the option of a six-speed manual or 10-speed automatic transmissions.

Local pricing details for the new S650-series Mustang, including the Dark Horse flagship and its optional carbon wheels, have not yet been announced by Ford Australia. However, a recent leak out of the US indicates a $US57,970 ($A83,871) starting price for the new Mustang flagship in its native market. Overall, the 2024 Ford Mustang Dark Horse is a powerful and eye-catching car, made even more impressive with its optional five-spoke carbon-fibre wheels.

The wheels are not only aesthetically pleasing, but they also offer a significant weight saving over traditional wheels, as well as cutting-edge innovations not typically seen in the automotive industry.