Ultimate driving can't be contained to the open road, because it's not just on the road that our technology and ingenuity can be showcased. The latest BMW innovations in lightweight construction can also be found in the USA 87 and USA 98 yachts. Often called the 'Formula One of the Sea,' the America's Cup is as much about boat design as it is about a good team. In the case of the BMW ORACLE team, this means two 24-meter yachts with 4-meter wide hulls and 33-meter high masts. Using their existing lightweight vehicle construction expertise, BMW engineered lighter keels and larger downwind sails for the new yachts.
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With a heritage that dates back over 150 years, the America's Cup is the world's premiere sailing event. As the only team representing the United States, the BMW ORACLE Racing team brought incredible strength and innovative yachting design to the competition.
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