For far too long the automotive industry has been plagued by minimal improvements in design and fuel types used. Alas, the world is changing and geeks have begun to build cars. Now that Silicon Valley has its hands in the auto-pot, watch out world!
One of the greatest leaps in automotive tech has been made by the company created by Elon Musk, Tesla Motors. This company is manufacturing zero (tailpipe) emissions electric vehicles, like the Roadster, that run like scalded cats when you put your foot to the floor. And instead of that low grumble we often associate with fast cars, all your hear is a slight whine of the electric motor and maybe the screeching of the tires when its driver is showing off. Tesla didn't stop at the Roadster, they have the Model S and X to hitting streets soon, to eventually be followed by a smaller sedan in the $30,000-$40,000 range.
This next company, Lit Motors, is changing the game in even bigger ways by introducing a motorcycle unlike any other. The C-1, also dubbed "your rolling smart phone", is a fully enclosed motorcycle that drives and handles more like a car. It has electronically controlled gyroscopes that help is stand on its two wheels even in the rigorous conditions motorists face on the road. No more triple tree, like on conventional motorcycles, the C-1 is steered in a very unique and inspiring fashion. It's touted to be capable of 100 mph and its battery pack can power its dual hub motors for up to 200 miles. You'd think an expensive price tag would accompany such an exotic bike, but it's starting price is only $24,000, which made me do a back flip when I found out. That price can be lowered to around $19,000 with California tax incentives.
As if driving on the ground with an electric power train weren't enough, Pipistrel is making waves in the air with its Taurus Electro G2, which is "the first and the only electric 2-seat aeroplane in serial production available on the market". While its flight time ranges from about 5-17 minutes, which doesn't see like much, it's all accomplished on electric power. The idea that such a plane is possible isn't so new; it's really special because, though, it is now available in serial production.
The Brutus electric motorcycles is offering motorcycles that don't look like scooters, finally! A real electric cruiser, the Brutus V9 has the style that grabs attention of Harley lovers, but doesn't have that ear bleeding rumble that awakes neighbors and scares babies. You could ride this thing with your sleeping infant onboard, were it not for those damn child height/age restrictions and the babe would continue to sleep.
Innovative vehicles like those mentioned here mark a turning point in transportation globally. Never before have consumers had access to such a wide range of electric vehicles at such affordable prices. You no longer need to be dreaming to buy a high performance electric machine like the Tesla Model S for (starting) just $52,400. I've already pinched myself after leaving the Tesla sales room in Santa Monica, and it sure did hurt. There are many vehicles that are breaking ground in other areas, so this is no time to be stuck in a technologically lacking hole. The more you read, the more you'll stay informed and that means that you may find your dream car in production near you.
One of the greatest leaps in automotive tech has been made by the company created by Elon Musk, Tesla Motors. This company is manufacturing zero (tailpipe) emissions electric vehicles, like the Roadster, that run like scalded cats when you put your foot to the floor. And instead of that low grumble we often associate with fast cars, all your hear is a slight whine of the electric motor and maybe the screeching of the tires when its driver is showing off. Tesla didn't stop at the Roadster, they have the Model S and X to hitting streets soon, to eventually be followed by a smaller sedan in the $30,000-$40,000 range.
This next company, Lit Motors, is changing the game in even bigger ways by introducing a motorcycle unlike any other. The C-1, also dubbed "your rolling smart phone", is a fully enclosed motorcycle that drives and handles more like a car. It has electronically controlled gyroscopes that help is stand on its two wheels even in the rigorous conditions motorists face on the road. No more triple tree, like on conventional motorcycles, the C-1 is steered in a very unique and inspiring fashion. It's touted to be capable of 100 mph and its battery pack can power its dual hub motors for up to 200 miles. You'd think an expensive price tag would accompany such an exotic bike, but it's starting price is only $24,000, which made me do a back flip when I found out. That price can be lowered to around $19,000 with California tax incentives.
As if driving on the ground with an electric power train weren't enough, Pipistrel is making waves in the air with its Taurus Electro G2, which is "the first and the only electric 2-seat aeroplane in serial production available on the market". While its flight time ranges from about 5-17 minutes, which doesn't see like much, it's all accomplished on electric power. The idea that such a plane is possible isn't so new; it's really special because, though, it is now available in serial production.
The Brutus electric motorcycles is offering motorcycles that don't look like scooters, finally! A real electric cruiser, the Brutus V9 has the style that grabs attention of Harley lovers, but doesn't have that ear bleeding rumble that awakes neighbors and scares babies. You could ride this thing with your sleeping infant onboard, were it not for those damn child height/age restrictions and the babe would continue to sleep.
Innovative vehicles like those mentioned here mark a turning point in transportation globally. Never before have consumers had access to such a wide range of electric vehicles at such affordable prices. You no longer need to be dreaming to buy a high performance electric machine like the Tesla Model S for (starting) just $52,400. I've already pinched myself after leaving the Tesla sales room in Santa Monica, and it sure did hurt. There are many vehicles that are breaking ground in other areas, so this is no time to be stuck in a technologically lacking hole. The more you read, the more you'll stay informed and that means that you may find your dream car in production near you.
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