From a press release issued by 3M:

3M PUSHRODS MOVE ENGINE PERFORMANCE TO NEW LEVELS

ST PAUL, Minnesota–3M, a company known for innovation, has brought to market a new class of pushrods for high performance automotive engines. In lab tests and on-track competition, the pushrods, made of continuous fiber reinforced Aluminum Matrix Composite (AMC) material, have consistently outperformed steel, titanium and other metals. Stiffer and more durable than steel at about half the weight, 3M(TM) AMC Pushrods reduce flexing and extend service life, allowing engines to run longer at higher rpm – a key advantage in competition.

Shawn Higbee, three-time Professional Road Race Champion/Development Rider, Buell Motorcycle Company, says “AMC Pushrods are definitely helping me have confidence that I’ll continue winning when I go to the track.”

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