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Epic EV Torq 200hp Electric Vehicle

by Joe on August 31, 2010 · 0 comments

Epic Electric Vehicles has unveiled the three-wheel Torq. Measuring 162-inch x 87-inch x 48-inch, this electric car is powered by a 24-30KWh lithium-ion phosphate battery pack which motivates a 200+ hp (149 kW / 203 PS) electric motor. More information will be released this fall, so stay tuned for more updates. [WorldCarFans]



The Chevy Volt electric car is now available for purchase. GM will release the Volt in seven regions including California, New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Washington, D.C., Michigan, and Texas. The base model will include a number of high-tech features, such as Bluetooth connectivity, a navigation screen, and five years of GM’s OnStar service. There will also be four options, such as a rear camera, a more expensive paint package, and different wheels. The Chevy Volt is expected to be delivered to your doorstep later this year if you are one of the 10,000 people who placed an order for it already. [CNet]



First Official BMW Megacity Teaser Launched

July 2, 2010

BMW today released the first official teaser of the upcoming BMW Megacity. This zero-emission car is the company’s first electric-drive model that will hit market in 2013. BMW will use ultra-light, high-strength composite CFRP (carbon fiber-reinforced plastic) in the material mix. Word has it that the 5-seater will get around 160 miles on a single [...]

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Bugatti Develops 800HP All-Electric Supercar

May 30, 2010

Bugatti has built a battery-powered supercar that delivers 597kW of power or around 800 horsepower. Based the chassis of a Bentley Continental GT, the new Bugatti prototype features an advanced lithium-ion battery that delivers 1,623 lb-ft of torque at 0 mph. While the prototype has been developed for technology demonstration and may never be displayed [...]

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Aptera 2e Production Electric Vehicle

April 15, 2010

Aptera Motors has just unveiled a production version of its Aptera 2e, a fully electric, two-seater, three-wheeled vehicle. The company will employ 2,500 people in San Diego County and other facilities around the country, with another 10,000 jobs projected to emerge at suppliers, retailers, and other service providers related to the car. [IceFloe]

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