To be honest, I began to despair of things ever getting glamorous on the electric car front. The models out there at the moment are great. But they’re utilitarian vehicles, designed to do a job. It seemed that the technology was stopping the electric car from moving to the next level. Well, it just moved to that next level - and beyond.
Porsche has unveiled its prototype all electric 911. Like I say, it’s only a prototype at the moment, but what a prototype. The eRUF prototype replaces Porsche’s flat six engine with a 204bhp motor powered by lithium-ion batteries.
It’s not as quick as the normal 911 but it still delivers 455lb-ft of torque and will accelerate from 0-60mph in under 7.0 seconds.You can plug it into your mains and it takes eight hours to charge. I’m smiling now because it seems funny to say, “Honey, can I unplug the kettle? I need to plug in my Porsche.”
It has a top speed of 160 m.p.h. and can go 180 miles on a single charge. No news yet on where Porsche intends to go from here. But, hey, thank you guys for making the future of the electric car sound sexy.
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2 Comments, Comment or Ping
kerry bradshaw
The problemt with electric cars is that they are useless. can’t go anywhere and cost you a fortune in batteries getting there.
Oct 15th, 2008
admin
I think you’re missing the point, Kerry. Yes, electric cars have lagged behind the development of electric scooters and electric bikes. Most currently have a top speed of 40 mph and a range of around 40 miles. But I am hearing about more and more companies developing prototypes which have a top speed similar to normal cars with a range of 150+ miles. It’s all to do with a recent leap in battery technology. Believe me, you’re going to be in for a surprise in the next couple of years.
Oct 15th, 2008
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