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Lightning GT Preview

by Stephen on July 28, 2008 · 0 comments

NEW LIGHTNING GT

Lightning GT is another electric car at London 2008 auto festival besides Tesla roadster. Lightning GT uses NanoSafe battery that can last for 12 years versus 3.5 years that of conventional. It’s also offering few other standard features such home based charging system (EVCS), alloy wheels, part leather / alcantara sports seat, and acoustic information and entertainment system. Its unique regenerative braking converts energy from friction to electrical. This electric car can go as fast as 130 Mph. Reportedly will be more expensive than Tesla ($300.000), although no confirmed price has been unveiled. [LightningCar]

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TH!NK Ox Electric Crossover Concept

by Isaiah on March 8, 2008 · 1 comment

TH!NK Ox

Norwegian auto designer and manufacturer, TH!NK, used the occasion of the Geneva Motor Show 2008 to show off their new vehicle platform concept, the TH!NK Ox, a plug-in electric urban commuter that boasts advanced telematics, a range of over 100 miles and is 95% recyclable. The TH!NK Ox is a modular platform concept approaching the size of an SUV that’s been designed for the European, North American and Asian markets. The Ox is a five-seat mono cab design that has a space frame structure that can be used for a variety of different body styles. The base model will have a 60kW electrical power train achieving 0-100kmh in less than 8.5 seconds and reaching a top speed of 130km/hr. [TH!NK] More

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