Supercar that's Recyclable and fuel efficient? The Omega Car

[@ScottsSynthStuff]

I think this car is probably my favorite of all the cars you've featured on your channel. I love the concepts and purpose behind it, as well as the construction techniques used. I look forward to seeing more of the Omega Car!

[@CaseyPutsch]

I appreciate that man. Thank you.

[@newtonfirefly3584]

@@CaseyPutsch Also agree that this concept vehicle made into a prototype is quite well thought out, developed with many excellent implementations. There are two innovations You might consider to use in a modified power train. A. Stanley Meyer's Hydrogen internal combustion engine + water to hydrogen conversion method system. B. Add hydrogen extraction from H2O water vapor exhaust. C. Hydrogen generator, extractor from air. D. Higher efficient, higher power/weight ratio internal combustion engine: Liquidpiston X rotary engine.; 4 HP/2 Kg, 40 HP/20 Kg air cooled,combustion engine works with multiple fuels - hydrogen, diesel, ethanol, methanol, gasoline, etc. and combinations. E. As an engineer, hopefully a scientist too, You should clearly know the 'Environmental', 'Green', Nonsense is completely baseless, falsehood, pretense, lies, false, incorrect, distorted, misleading information, misinformation, disinformation, political, directed, dictated, controlled by the Authoritarian Globalists/Elite; Biology is only a Study, without the necessary essential aspects, factors, ideas, concepts, principles causation and mechanism which are necessary for Postulation which is necessary for and precedes Hypothesis, which precedes Thesis, which precedes Theory, and ll require increasing level of Proof. Just as their nonsense about the "Zone Layer" whole, was found to be completely false, political, etc. so too the actual evidence of "Global Warming" is clearly false, and their "Climate Change". NO ONE knows [which is actually true, since The Creator is NO ONE, the ONLY ONE and thus the ONLY ONE that knows] what the principles of weather and all other claimed aspects of the environment. We do have clear evidence of many chemical harm to humans, such as toxins in the air when breathed, injected, digested, etc. into the body. Though, also with the empirical evidence, their is not actual defined causation and mechanism, though some ideas, details, etc. of the harmful affects process. It is nothing like developed principles, causation, mechanism within physics most all of chemistry [much of organic lacks - hence biology, the combination biochemistry and all related and extended] F. There are some other small improvements within the electrical and electronic aspects including the sound system which benefit from or need some improvements too. [if You would like to discuss specifics, my expertise within engineering design, development, innovation, etc., are extensive within electronics] All The Best and Much Success in Your Quest Health And Well Being. Sincerely

[@iswinkels]

A concept car that actually drives. That's probably what pisses off the competition more than anything.

[@deadprivacy]

@@iswinkels not really, vw did this concept, you could buy one, three pot diesel hypermiler that can do a fair chop....theirs got shelved too,

[@Only.gmail_]

​@@CaseyPutschyou designed it?

[@tirtamccunney5593]

I’d love to see a video on the materials used and construction processes used in the build

[@Savitri12346]

You’re correct

[@diggingattycho7908]

I'm reminded of something from Architectural school. One class a Prof. was boasting about all of the great advancements some guys in San Fran were doing, new materials, new methods, etc. in building. Years later I was working with an Architect who was a professor(not the boaster) from my old college. I asked him, what ever became of those guys in San Fran. He told me they were stopped dead at the bureaucracy. From my own experience that's been the biggest problem our world faces. But most people do not have a clue about it. Only look confused when they are told, you can't do that because the law... But talking efficiencies in the automotive world. I look at that very differently than you do. I look at cars as systems, of course that is a relative term. In engineering like life there is always a price. I agree the diesel is the most efficient of engines. Not just talking mileage, but if it's combustible a diesel can run on it. I know a guy that ran his car on fry oil, he got pulled over for the funny smell his car made. He had to pay his estimated highway taxes, that he wasn't paying at the pump. Yea, there is no way to win.

[@blackmoon8459]

I don't remember when I first saw the interview you did with Ed over on Vinwiki when you talked about this car, but that was my first intro to you. And when I saw the car and heard about the performance, my first thought was, "I want one." That desire hasn't changed. I want one. It's fast, but so what, I will most likely never take a vehicle much above highway speeds, because I am not confident in my ability to do so safely. The thing that made me immediately attracted to this car was 1) The aesthetics, but more importantly 2) The aesthetics WHILE ALSO GETTING 100+ MPG! I won't lie and say, "Oh, I don't care how the car looks as long as it gets me from A-B reliably," even though I know how a car looks shouldn't affect my desire to own it. Luckily for me, it seems that designing for a low coefficient of drag also tends to make for a really damn cool looking vehicle. All that said to say, I'm glad you are bringing the Omega car back out, and I look forward to what the future has in store for this amazing vehicle. Because as you kind of said in the video, what makes this car so revolutionary isn't the powertrain, it's the design. A monocoq, removing mirrors, running the airflow under the car and up behind the seats to create a more laminar flow to the radiator, etc. Everything that was done on this vehicle to make it as slippery as possible means that regardless of if this car is an ICEV or a BEV, it will retain it's efficiency level. The only thing that will have much of an effect on efficiency after this point is if someone can improve the efficiency of available powertrains. I look forward to seeing this on the road again, best of luck to you, and I hope the chance to own one for myself comes sometime soon.

[@EverythingorNothing]

This is absolutely groundbreaking stuff. It wouldn't surprise me that auto manufacturers would try and suppress this keep fighting and get the word out Casey.

[@Flapdr01]

Volkswagen built the extremely similar 1L and XL. Most car reviewers didn't like it though.

[@dion6146]

Excellent, clear thinking for the car design.

[@shamusjackal]

I went into your previous videos a few months ago just to find out more about your Omega Car! Glad to see it come front and center for a video! I'm really interested to see more about it and how/why you did things the way you did them in the future!

[@wallabyparty5443]

This car is very inspiring to me, as an engineering student with a passion for vehicles. I have dreamed of building something like this for years and it is wonderful to see it exist in the real world. I hope that one day I can visit the facility, meet you, and see the car in person.

[@gsarssadams]

As one of your tests, if you have time, you could show usage and efficiency of the alternative fuels you can use in a Diesel combustion engine.

[@fatpad00]

Cool idea, and I really like it, but I dont expect Casey to do it. Diesel fuel has additives that provide lubrication, and these additives arent found in fuels like Jet-A or kerosene.

[@CLOCKWERKJERKZ]

Seeing this concept when you initially brought it back a few years back, I was excited to see it in action again. Now is the best time to find the support and investment into at least small scale manufacturing.. Sure the economy blows, but hopefully as things get less tense, we can see your concept really come back and show people what efficiency can be, what it should be.

[@wesasher87]

This car is amazing, I would daily this car given the chance.

[@jmike8934]

Finally! Finally! I've been anticipating more Omega Car content since I discovered your channel years ago! Thanks Casey!

[@nickgarcia7415]

I've said it before and I will continue to say it. I would love a omega in my driveway. I frequently make a 150 mile round trip sometimes multiple times a week. This would be a amazing car to have. Regardless if it comes in a kit car form or turn key this is the type of car we really need.

[@chrstphrr]

Casey, I've caught nearly all the videos you've shown of the Omega car, and since I know exactly what sort of donor car the engine comes from, I'm always interested. But everything you've shown of the car is a teaser, to me. I'd love to see the Omega car from underneath, or vignette videos showing some of the suspension, or simply show us what's under the front panel between the wheels next time around. I've always wanted to see a more "boring" video where you dig out photos of when it was under construction, to see some of the history behind it. Then you could better explain some of the design choices you'd made 10 years ago, like... - how was monocoque composite over foam body was laid up? - what sort of test pieces you tried before diving right into the body? - how did you make mounting points join that unconventional body to fit the metal bits like the suspension or engine mounts? - is the Omega car registered -- and how onerous was the process of registering a handbuilt car not based on another car in your state? Looking forward to more appearances of the Omega car. Don't be afraid to show us it opened up a bit more.

[@cuttingedgeinnovationstati5208]

The Omega car has been one of my favorite builds of yours. I love the approach of not only making it hitting performance and efficiency numbers, but looking at practical manufacturing "opportunities" for the industry to pick up on. Thanks for the videos and all that you do for the community.

[@drurybryan]

Stoked to see the omega getting some attention.

[@Johnathan_Waters]

I think the Omega Car is a fantastic concept, and well executed (obviously). Good luck getting people to get behind it!

[@ProlificInvention]

Beautiful machine you made there, love what you do man. Next level

[@CrispysProjects]

Looking forward to more of the MPG journey, I'm also building high MPG VW TDI, but in a VW Corrado as its low('ish) drag 😄but has efficient McLaren F1 wing mirrors! It also gets the least views on my channel, no one cared about efficiency unless its big HP turbo flow! 110 MPG -1 for every BHP your engine originally had, keep up the build

[@danielraymond9395]

I loved the first test video of this car and it got me so excited to see more testing! I hope it finally comes back to the channel

[@SoloRenegade]

If I were a Genius Garage student, I would go nuts on the Omega car project. Wouldn't mind working on the King Zero too, but I think the Omega car is a true long-term thinking type project. Great tech demonstrator, and could be a jumping off point for something greater that I've had in mind that would really go well with the omega car idea.

[@MikefromMOMichaelTurner227]

I’m a retired automotive machinist,, you have my attention!! I am excited!!!

[@CaseyPutsch]

Welcome aboard!

[@ironfuzz]

Fellow Ohioan and car-lover here. I think the Omega Car is a fantastic concept and brilliant execution. I've been kicking around the idea of designing and building something like this for a while. I daily-drive a 2002 Miata for 8 years, and aside from hauling stuff, it was the best car I have ever owned because it was simple, light, cheap and fun. It's time for a revival of Lotus' philosophy of "simplify and add lightness." Government restrictions are opening up for small/low volume manufacturers and Columbus, OH will be the next Silicon Valley in 5 years , so it's a good time for ground-up thinking. Would love to touch base sometime and see how I can help.

[@adamthepatsfan5963]

I’m really glad you made this video I never got to see this thing up close and in detail and man oh man that is an awesome car

[@forresttm]

I want a omega so much. Its my ideal car. High mpg yet fun.

[@hsd3461]

Bro i have been subscribed for like a week or so and your cars are amazing i really hops when i open my own garage i could define all odds and make cars that are cool like yours

[@dj_paultuk7052]

FYI: In 2000, GM brought out a car in the EU called the "Opel Astra 1.7 DTi ECO4". It was a special version of the then Astra. Lean tuned, different gear ratio's. Its in the Guinness book of records as it cleared 100mpg on a trip from 1 corner of the UK to the other. 870 Miles. I had one as a company car and it was fairly decent. Even when driving it like a complete loon it still did 70 mpg, so pretty awesome. And a 4 Door hatch family car, so it sold really well.

[@zacharykelley359]

I love it, been waiting a long time to see more of the omega car, I would love to see more about it and how it came together and how I could make one myself could definitely use 80-100 mpg as inflation is happening and I was at a low wage before the inflation.

[@DrsharpRothstein]

I have so many questions about that car. I hope you get around to answering them with your description of it. From this showing -- 1) Is the engine bay closed off to the bottom airflow like a 956? 2) Does the front tire sidewall flex rub the wheel fairings? 3) I hope you someday describe the structure of the body with the loading carrying paths and suspension points. Otherwise, I still have questions. 🙂 Looking forward to watching this series. ( throw a couple of Lambo stories in between LoL)

[@JLSnOrLaX]

I absolutely love the front facia with the big round headlights. It's evocative of the old supercharged Bentleys and other cars in my opinion.

[@silaswolfe381]

As a non-structural suggestion, you could tune it for 2 modes. 1: normal mode where you CAN expend and "waste" fuel like you did in that first test. 2. A more distance oriented and environmentally-friendly mode that physically *will not* do anything that wastes fuel. For example, if you want to squeeze drag racing power or something out of it the ecu just refuses to give it to you. This could help delineate activities and give you even better mpg when you want to tell the world how efficient and fast it is.

[@hughbertsprojects]

Can’t wait to see more of the Omega car. It was fun watching it when you and Genius garage were working on it last. I hope to make it a car show if you have it out at one. Love the colors on it too. Very sleek looking vehicle. If I remember correctly you have a 1.9 Tdi in it for power and mileage. I wonder what one of these would do Mpg wise with a Smart Fortwo drivetrain. I have a 09 Fortwo and get a constant 45mpg. Best tank has been 47mpg.

[@izno73]

I am almost sure that it would be worse with the gas-powered smart engine. There are a few interesting engines also from VW, which could be more fuel efficient. but they were never offered in the US. You may want to look up the 1.4 TDI or the 1.2 TDI from the Audi A2 or the VW Lupo (3L).

[@leeperkins84]

Always liked the look of it, I guess if the brief can be scaled to larger cars then it's a winner.

[@jesusu.4647]

I love the omega car. I'm specially interested in the way the monocoque is built. At plain sight and based on my knowledge of airplanes it looks like somekind of Rutan style foamcore composite structure. Really looking forward to learning more about it this year.

[@g0d182]

cool build deserves more views working on a sustainable energy project of my own too

[@SparkyGage]

Just went back and re-watched some of the earlier videos on this car. Glad to see this is getting some "air time" as we have needed this for some time.

[@bennykuhrt5921]

New Vids with casey 🥰🥰🥰 amazing as always!!!

[@elpipofx]

Keeping the manual transmission around for another generation! I would buy one!!!

[@dannyharbour3951]

I seen the video when you were doing some very impressive burnouts in the Omega car. And it made wonder what is the top speed that car can do. I also like the design of it, the body just looks like a supercar. I would love a ride in it. I look forward to seeing more videos of the Omega car. Love your channel and love what you do to help the young car guys coming up. Keep up the good work with Genius Garage and I hope you find success as a driver.

[@owenrossi6032]

The omega car is one projects you've done on the Chanel glad to see your going to be working on it again

[@harrism.1053]

I can't wait to see more of the car on the road/running!

[@gnuemacs1166]

If you look at Citroen ds the rear wheels are covered and the front headlights turn and are integrated into the fenders also had hydraulic suspension and lightweight roof and bonnet

[@anidiotinaracingcar]

What's your brake cooling situation? Do you have ducts and stuff?

[@dpoarch]

Glad to see this car back in focus. I have always wanted to see more of this project. It's so cool and unique. I hope we get to see more information about the car design and construction. Thanks Casey

[@donnelhuddleston2478]

Been interested in the "O" right from the beginning and was unhappy that the product kept getting shelved, keep up the good work.

[@craigdry9522]

Love what you are doing . God speed to you a the genius garage crew.

[@ztyhurst]

So for context, I am also a huge fan of the Aptera design. I think cars of the future should be as efficient as possible and that is part of the reason I like your Omega car. It looks like it will be highly efficient. I don't know what it would cost to build, but I would certainly be interested in buying a Casey Putsch Omega if they were for sale. My Suggestion: Road Trip in it! 1. You can go through it and make it as reliable as possible and take it coast to coast and then give us the numbers 2. See what breaks or falls off it and make it better/more reliable

[@elwood173]

This is the most exciting car I've seen in a long time. Trust me if people think they can build a car like this they will. This things amazing!

[@dion6146]

I would buy this car. It checks many boxes. If there was a sedan version, it would be great.

[@osumbuckeyenut]

Casey, that same "Cam Effect" you referred to was studied by mythbusters, who determined that a pickup truck gets better fuel economy with the tailgate closed due to the Eddy of air that circulates in the bed and in turn directs the slipstream up and over

[@bryantv2410]

Almost is a reinventing of the car, I was always interested in the omega car since it was tested a few years ago glad to see it again.

[@621ELECTRONICS]

Glad to see videos on this again. Very cool car, everything about it, and I hope to see more.

[@SebastianATaylor]

Hey Casey I absolutely love your cars I have been watching for many years now and you have inspired me to build my own cars. Have a wonderful rest of your day

[@triston5540]

I would love to see this get picked up as an alternative to electric. Nobody wants gas cars to leave, especially enthusiasts. So why wouldn’t companies want to make something like this?

[@chrisschmidt146]

Out of all the cars in the Garage, the Omega Car would be my choice to drive. My 2011 Golf TDI was great fun and it was tuned for more torque. But still returned 45MPG plus.

[@reece7259]

This deserves more attention

[@jamesbaxter5911]

I think you did an absolutely wonderful job building that car and I like it alot, I wish there were more people like you who were trying to create their own fuel efficient cars that could get the same gas mileage or so.

[@FUNKOfilms]

The powers that be don't actually care about enviornmental impact, and instead care about pushing whatever product is next on the agenda. If they actually cared, they would be talking about nuclear as a clean source of energy and charging. The current hot item is electric cars which would cause consumers to be forced to buy new vehicles much more often. Now I wonder which lobbyists would be interested in that. What we need is more diverse research and discussion exactly like the Omega car. Keep fighting through the suppression.

[@JohnDoe-zr6bk]

There are a lot of similarities to the upcoming Aptera. Hope we will see more of this soon.

[@Lluraeden]

I love the omega car, I'm very excited to see more of it! The stripes remind me of the tape that some Sailplane pilots use near the wing center of pressure to reduce friction, I've always wondered if that was deliberate?

[@matisoDC]

Can’t wait to see more of the omega car!!

[@greglachcik1730]

Love the idea Casey, hope it comes fully to fruition!

[@SpeedLuxury]

I want one, build more. I'm glad to see this back in the spotlight 80 plus mpg is a cool looking car not stuffed with a bunch of nonsense sounds like the perfect car.

[@BengLadislavDanicek]

Finally an update on Omega, so many ingenious things in this build, I absolutely love it... I'm really considering building a simular concept, based on rx-8 running gear and om606 Mercedes engine... Really weird how algorith recommened me this video after 4 days tho...

[@Supercharger86]

I think it's absolutely gorgeous, I love the sleek design, and the idea of being very efficient. More cars should be designed this way, small with only enough space for 2 (many are commuting in huge SUVs, with only one person in it 🤦🏼‍♂️) I'd love to drive this thing to work every day 😄

[@nwo6541]

Plus the hybrid system gives extra boost, also no energy is getting wasted! Braking, rolling- all is waste of energy if not used to charge battery. So its win win

[@timhamilton5699]

Omega car is super cool. I would love to see someone like Jay Leno with his huge following (3.2 million subscribers) feature this car. We can say what we want about collectors, but that kind of publicity would be hard to argue against, not only for Omega Car, but also for Casey and Genius Garage.

[@stevenholtz1760]

Looking forward to seeing you daily this

[@Matt-lx6cj]

I like the look it’s a elegant and racing feel

[@AoiKaze2000]

If I had to guess, Omega car is likely a plastic/fiberglass shell filled with spray foam. That would make a crazy light weight structure that's also VERY hard, and pretty safe in a crash (all things considered).

[@G1Z1]

If you want it to be even more efficient: replace the manual transmision with an automatic (preferably a DCT or proper single clutch one over a torque converted automatic). It might be less fun, but increases efficiency.

[@marcuscoquer5958]

Brilliant thing. Cannot wait to see more of it. I was disappointed when it fell to the wayside last time.

[@timlee1292]

I love this car. can't wait for more videos

[@tylerramsey8572]

I love the thought put into this car. There is so much inspiration to be had from videos like this. How much more drag would you guess there is doing wheel covers on the rear wheels like you have on the front? I’m sure there is a whole lot of implication in terms of engineering and cost but that might be one subtle way to get the people hung up on the covered rear wheels to loosen up a bit. Love the look and I would definitely consider buying one!

[@iswinkels]

I'd like to see more of this. Perhaps the next stage of the project could be to make the design road legal (as much as you can) and then look to compete in some kind of economy drive competition. A few years ago I'd heard of people conducting such events.

[@samuelberghuvud5527]

Finaly another omega car video!

[@Matt-lx6cj]

Unpopular opinion I think mirrors would look good 😆 winged camera pods probably, only thing missing style wise on that area maybe, you’ve actually created one of the best looking new cars the front design, wheel arches rear where it goes flat over the rear wheel covers, the rear itself open is so nice looking, literally choose this anyday over almost all new car designs

[@TheFoyer13]

I like the idea of hybrids only because there is a lot of energy that cars waste, and it can be re harnessed with an electric system. But this does indeed add a lot of complexity.

[@truthcam1]

very cool....would be nice to see a vid of comparison to a similar production car - side by side testing....

[@cbreiter4605]

I love the car! I always wanted to know more about it when I see it in the background, in your videos. I’m far from an engineering student, but I do enjoy building and improving things. How much in terms of fuel efficiency and aerodynamics do losing the mirrors and covering the wheels help? I’m planning to start driving my ‘85 Honda Crx this summer, and am hoping to do what I can to maximize fuel efficiency on it.

[@personinla]

What do you think of Aptera Motors? Generally, they seem to be aligned with the Casey Putsch approach. I'm not sure about how recyclable the cars will be, but they're very light (1700 lbs), very aerodynamic (0.13), made with a composite monocoque, and have solar panels to increase range and decrease reliance on grid charging. They don't look like sports cars, but the three motor version does 0-60 in 3.5s. Also, I believe they'll get up to 1000 miles of range.

[@carsonyoder6294]

This is definitely one of coolest cars you have. I did wonder though, how do you license a handmade (self built) car?

[@AGuysGarage]

Always loved that car. You obviously know what you are doing. I do have a question. Would it be worth the expense to cool the intercooler at idle if it was a hot day and your intake temps are up but you are at a stop light? sort of cool it down while it isn't under load kind of thing.

[@_.incredible_magnum._291]

This has honestly inspires me to make my own omega car. I have ideas and concepts so far. I'm thinking something that looks like a charger daytona, but smaller, lighter, and much more fuel efficient.

[@hovavrom]

I hope you will see it. I have to meet you one day and learn from you! You are one of the only guys on KZbin that I motivated me to get my project car and achieve my childhood dream. I hope to really meet you one day and learn from you as much as I can.

[@koihoshi]

If it were to become a cost efficient car for as reliable, light, and fuel efficient as it is, I think it'd be a dope as hell car to race. Would be awesome to see something like this at the track.

[@lj516]

High performance hybrids are the future of racing, the Omega car would be amazing to showcase the technology!

[@Caleb807]

I think it is really cool. I like the body's shape and the head lights. If you where to put into production I would probably want a different color interior though. I really like it though

[@xsaracoast]

I would totally drive the Omega everyday

[@wiseass86straight6]

I've enjoyed the videos on this car and love the engineering and practical considerations of it. I'd like to see more content on testing it.

[@Ikantspell4]

You built it you need to to promote it. I want outside shots on screen graphics. Interviews with people. I've seen the car. You show it from time to time. I have never seen you sell the car

[@irdmoose]

I drive a beater 2008 Mazda 6 with over 210k miles on it. I don't particularly care how a car looks as long as it's comfortable to drive, drives well, and is reliable, so my design preferences may be a bit skewed. That said, I don't particularly care if some numpty on the side of the road can see my wheels or not. I love how the Omega Car looks, the design goals are exactly what I'd love to see in a car, and I really want to buy one when it becomes available. To be honest, if I had the money, I'd give you cash to build me one instead of buying a Lamborghini.

[@WardSpose]

That is a very cool car. Always loves it. Not a diesel fan cause the stink. But I'd roll that all day long.

[@edsteward7717]

Nice explanation of the theory behind it. Would love to see it get 100 mpg, or beat the Viper. Both? Freaking phenomenal!

[@jjcastleberry3662]

What was the manufacturing company for the said engine? What is the displacement/size of the engine? Are you using DEF?

[@vevenaneathna]

bmw i3 has probably the lightest but still comfortable seat ive ever felt. also, i built my own 7lb battery for 50 bucks to replace my 65lb agm battery which is like the same weight savings as a titanium performance exhaust lol. suprized no one else does this. almost no internal resistance unlike lead acid 12v

[@TestTest-eb8jr]

I love the Omega!!!

[@imchris5000]

it really is such a shame dieselgate happened VW really had some magic in the bottle with their diesels my jetta gets 55mpg at 75 mph consistently

[@newtonfirefly3584]

And the Honda Civic CVCC got 54 mpg back in 1975 [if You are aware or remember] Also, even better is the Stanley Meyers Hydrogen conversion + hydrogen combustion engine. Have You seen the Liquidpiston X rotary engine ? 4HP/2kg, 40HP/20kg, air cooled; operates efficiently with all fuel types.

[@NoahAlbano]

The Omega Car looks awesome, Casey! I love all the thought and engineering that you’ve put into it. Mark me down for a preorder :P