Olle
Active Member
I have seen no evidence, in the thread you linked to or in any per thread, that the Model X roof area at the top of the windshield is any different from the Model S. Cars need a strong structural support in that area to protect the occupants during rollover accidents. Elon obviously wants the X to get a 5 star safety rating in every category and subcategory, and he stated that very clearly at the shareholders meeting.
I will not be buying an X, but I am really looking forward to the reveal, whenever that occurs, to lay to rest some of the wild speculation about its design and features.
Will there be some surprises? Of course, Elon has been very clear about that. We shall see soon enough.
It is pretty clear from the pics that there is no cross beam. I wouldn't worry about the safety rating. Ever heard of Lexan, clear as glass, stronger than steel Polycarbonate - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. If you layer some of that stuff in the shield it could be be stronger than a traditional roof. (but what will it cost to replace after first chip or crack?)
An think how cool it would be to have no sun visors, just make that section black at the touch of a button.