Chrysler has finally unveiled the new Dodge Circuit EV at the Detroit Auto Show. The car is able to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in less than 5 seconds and has a top speed of more than 120 mph. The car utilities a 268-horsepower electric motor, an advanced lithium-ion battery system and a controller that manages energy consumption. [Edmunds] More»
Tesla is known for its electric powered cars. The company has recently announced that it needs a $350,000,000 government loan in order to produce their upcoming four-door Model S Sedan. [Detroit News]
The 4-door Tesla Model S has been unveiled. Priced at $60.000, the electric car boasts around 240 miles per charge. This five passenger sports sedan was developed entirely by Tesla. [Engadget]
RUF has developed a fully electric powered 997 prototype that features a 204hp (150kW) electric motor producing 480 lb-ft of torque. The car goes from 0 to 62 mph in less than 7 seconds with a top speed of 139mph. The RUF 911 EV has a driving range of 155-180 miles under normal driving conditions. [YourAutoStuff]
The legendary design house of Pininfarina has unveiled the B Zero electric car at Paris Motor Show. The car is claimed to offer 153 miles on a single charge with the top speed of 80mph. The electric car also comes equipped with solar panels on the hood and roof to provide an extra juice for its solid-state lithium polymer battery. The battery does not require any maintenance and has a lifespan of around 200,000 km (125,000 miles). The first Pininfarina B Zero will be available at the end of next year in Canada, No word on pricing so far. [Core77]
Nissan comes back with their latest electric car concept that has been introduced at the Paris motor show. Dubbed as the Nuvu, the car comes with the solar panels on its glass roof and uses the recycled materials on its cabin. Nissan has decided to launch this electric car at Tokyo Motor Show 2009. Click on the thumbnails below to enlarge the pictures. [LikeCool]
