The electric-powered vehicles are currently being developed as an alternative to the increasingly limited fossilized fuels. While consumers are still less interested in electric vehicles, various carmakers from around the world continue to innovate so that electric vehicles are increasingly glimpsed by consumers.
A cool retro-styled three-wheeled electric vehicle, Nobe 100. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/387IUbH)
One of them is a three-wheeled electric car named the Nobe 100, which is produced by Nobe Cars, an Estonian company. This unique electric-powered microcar was created by Roman Muljar and was inspired by the Messerschmitt Kabinenroller, a 1950s classic German microcar, and VW Beetle.
After years in the development processes, and now the car available with two variants (Nobe 100 and 100 GT) and can be ordered online through the company's website on the price ranging of €31,000 for Nobe 100 and €40,000 for Nobe 100 GT.
This microcar is claimed by the maker as the most environmentally friendly car in the world. Because the Nobe 100 car is fully driven by electric power and its sleek and simple body design makes it easy to park and fit into urban life. This Nobe microcar is very different from any other three-wheeled vehicles we've seen before. This is not a motorcycle like Bombardier or a car like Uniti or Elio E1c. Despite sharing classic cues with Morgan's three-wheeled car, the Nobe 100 has a cutie 'neo-retro' design.
The Nobe electric-powered car has small dimensions give it a large turning circle and the ability to adjust to small parking spaces. It is classified as a three-wheeled motorcycle and has the same accessibility as a motorcycle. This vehicle is also semi-convertible with a removable hardtop, making it the first three-wheeled EV cabriolet.
This tiny cutie car is equipped with 2-batteries, one to drive its all three wheels and the other to power various car's supporting systems such as lights, heaters, and radios. The speed of this environmentally friendly car can reach 110 kph, and also has a suitcase-sized battery at the front of the cabin and can be removed without using any tools.
While inside of the cabin, it has a minimalist design, taking on classic styling such as analog gauges, chrome finished on the switches and door handles as well, and the wooden accents also look adorn the dashboard neatly accompanied a white-colored steering wheel that reminds us to a 1930s classic car. The Nobe's teardrop-shaped-designed microcars can accommodate 3 people in it with space for luggage behind the third passenger.
Despite the fact that it does not emit any exhaust gas, aka zero-emission, also the zero-emission car comes with a reusable part. It can also be upgraded to ensure its longevity. For exceptional handling, the car's battery can be fully charged in 2 hours, but if you are worried about running out of power while on a drive with this car, you even can carry an extra battery. No problem. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | NOBE CARS | INDIEGOGO]
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The development of electrification vehicles does not only revolve around environmentally friendly power circuit technologies. One of the Chinese automotive manufacturers, the GAC have also begun to consider other factors such as passenger accommodation number up to exterior aerodynamic advantages as the appeal of their cars.
GAC ENO.146 electric-powered concept car unveiled at the 2019 Guangzhou Motor Show. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2rTGoFs)
Through its debut at the 2019 Guangzhou Motor Show some time ago, the GAC presented its newest EV concept named GAC ENO.146, which at first glance looked like a futuristic sedan. There's an interesting thing, that the Chinese manufacturer's claiming was related to the passenger capacity number and exterior aerodynamic advantages of the car.
The GAC said its EV concept was designed to be able to accommodate six passengers in its cabin. This seems to deviate from the concept of sedan-type which is generally only prepared to carry four to five people.
The seating layout of the GAC ENO.146 electric-powered concept car. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2rTGoFs)
The seating layout of the GAC ENO.146 basically uses two lines similar to the sedan cabin layout in general. The difference, the basic concept of the GAC adds to its passenger capacity number done by utilizing its cabin spacious space. One passenger seat faces back behind the first row, while another one is located in the third row.
This concept is offered along with the claim that the EV concept's body design produces an air resistance coefficient of 0.146. By those numbers make the ENO.146 have better aerodynamic levels than the Bugatti Chiron hypercar, with a drag coefficient of 0.35.
Rear-left side view of the GAC ENO.146 electric-powered concept car. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2rTGoFs)
The unique number of the car's drag coefficient lies in the exterior appearance, which makes the GAC ENO.146 able to appear aerodynamic. It can be seen from the flat wheel cover model, the gullwing door-type design up to the rear of the vehicle has an impressively long tail. In fact, the GAC also eliminates side glass components to accommodate those car's aerodynamic figures.
Unfortunately, the GAC did not mention the exact target of its EV concept mass-produced for the Chinese market. However, as a whole has a target of placing the electrification technology on all vehicles in the coming 2025. However, its aerodynamic design and large electric motors have the potential to make the GAC ENO.146 break the speed record of the Bugatti Chiron in the future. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | CAR DESIGN NEWS]
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Japan's automaker, Aspark, is set to unveil its first-ever vehicle, the electric hypercar known as Aspark Owl. Notably, this electric marvel is anticipated to boast the planet's quickest acceleration.
The production version of the full-electric hypercar Aspark Owl has been unveiled at the Dubai International Motor Show 2019 by Masanori Yoshida, Aspark CEO.. (Picture from: GulfNews)
As reported by Carscoops, this car packing a reported 1,984 horsepower and 2,000 Nm of torque, the Owl rockets from 0 to 97 kph in just 1.7 seconds and achieves an impressive top speed of 400 kph. It's projected to cover 450 km on a single charge.
Only 50 units of this remarkable car will be produced, each priced at $3.2 million. Aspark claims the Owl doesn't just excel in acceleration; it might also set a record as the world's shortest road-legal electric hypercar, standing at a mere 99 cm in height.
The full-electric hypercar Aspark Owl is not only the world’s fastest accelerating car, but also probably the lowest road legal electric hypercar in the world. (Picture from: CarScoops)
Aspark Owl will be equipped with active rear wing which is designed to come out automatically at a speed of 150 kph and return to close at 100 kph. The production version of the full-electric hypercar Aspark Owl has been unveiled at Dubai International Motor Show by Masanori Yoshida, Aspark CEO.
The production version of the full-electric hypercar Aspark Owl will be built in Turin, Italy in collaboration with Manifattura Automobili Torino. (Picture from: CarScoops)
Standard equipment owned by this car include LED tail lights, Rear Camera Mirror System, USB connectivity, sat-nav, climate control, four interior displays, ambient lighting, keyless-go, Battery Monitoring System, Tire Pressure Monitoring System, ESP, ABS, TCS and Steering Assistance.
Currently Aspark Owl has a battery that can be fully charged in 80 minutes. However, Aspark is still trying to increase its charging capability before the end of the year. Aspark Owl will be created in Turin, Italy, in collaboration with Manifattura Automobili Torino. It is estimated that this car will be ready to enter the shipping stage in the middle of next year. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | CARSCOOPS | TAAS | GULF NEWS ] Note: This blog can be accessed via your smart phone.
If you hear the Morris name, as an automotive fan, automatically might be remember the British-made minicar figure that was so famous in the 1950s to 1960s. Word has recently spread that the brand has been revived, and has launched an electric-powered vehicle named Morris Commercial JE.
Morris Commercial JE is the newest electric-powered minivan. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/37OBbPM)
The Morris Commercial JE, a 1940s retro-styled electric-powered minivan was launched earlier than planned in 2021 and could be a competitor to the VW ID Buzz electric-powered van. The old-British automotive brand was revived thanks to the financial assistance from the unnamed source. Some parties believed that the financial source came from China.
Morris J-Type van is the inspiration source of the latest Morris Commercial JE electric-powered vehicle. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2R2cnh5)
The first production model from Morris JE inspired by the Morris J-Type. Now, the car has a range of 320 km, a payload of 1,000 kg, and a gross weight of 2.5 tons. The minivan was designed at a facility in Worcestershire, England.
Morris Commercial JE said to carry a 1940 retro-styled design. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2L5BFHv)
It was also stated that this car uses a new modular platform with a 60kWh lithium-ion battery source that provides power efficiency to maximize vehicle range. Charging up to 80 percent of the battery only takes 30 minutes.
Morris Commercial JE is inspired by the Morris J-Type that was produced between 1948 and 1961. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/37OBbPM)
The Morris JE will be a special brand of electricity that uses powertrain that is claimed to come from the United Kingdom. "We will never make vehicles with internal combustion engines," the company statement said.
Morris JE other variants like a pickup truck, and minibus. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2P3xxsS)
Morris said further variants, such as pick-up trucks, minibusses and camper vans could be divided into modular platforms. The JE bodywork is made of lightweight carbon fiber and has a pair of wide rear doors and sliding doors next to it. And retro features incorporated into the JE include a 'pear-shaped' grille, a split windscreen and distinctive bulging wheel arches.
They claim that JE is one of the lightest LCVs on the market. The main selling point for JE will be its retro style, originating from Morris J-Type, sold from 1949 to 1961 and reaching a total production of nearly 50,000 units.
The Morris Commercial JE places it next to Mini, Morris Minor, and Land Rover Defender as a truly iconic post-war British automotive design. The retro features carried by JE include pear-shaped grille, separate windshield, and protruding fenders. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | MORRIS COMMERCIAL | DRIVING | AUTOCARINDIA]
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Shortly after it was launched, various responses emerged, both pros and cons, related to the controversy over the physical appearance of the Cybertruck, the newest electric-powered pickup of Tesla. So it undeniable if the news about that becomes one of the hottest news at the end of 2019.
All-electric Tesla Cybertruck was reaping a lot of criticisms related to its unusual physical appearance. (Picture from: https://cnet.co/2XPoT50)
Yes, indeed the American well-known electric car manufacturer has recently released an electric-powered pickup that has an unusual appearance or out of the box. Besides that, the car's technical specs and statistical data about its abilities have also successfully impressed many people.
All-electric Tesla Cybertruck claimed has a payload capacity of up to 1,590 kg and a crane capacity of 6,350 kg. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2QUhQGJ)
Starting from its acceleration from 0 to 100 km per hour which can be taken in 2.9 seconds (similar to a supercar, isn't it). In addition, as quoted from Paultan.org, this pickup has a cruising range of as far as 800 kilometers, and also mentioned that it also has a payload capacity of up to 1,590 kg and towing capacity of 6,350 kg.
Interior view of all-electric Tesla Cybertruck. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2QUhQGJ)
Recently, the Cybertruck's capabilities were demonstrated directly through a video. The video was uploaded by Tesla boss Elon Musk on his tweeter account. In the video, the Tesla Cybertruck with the Ford F-150 known as one of the American most favorite pickups looks in a tug of war show.
Shortly, it was seen the Ford F-150 could not do anything after being forcibly pulled by the Tesla Cybertruck. So far Tesla has not revealed how much power or torque of the three electric motor configurations mounted on its Cybertruck so it can easily pull the F-150.
Later, Tesla claimed that since two days after being exhibited, the Cybertruck electric-powered pickup was recorded to have been ordered as many as 150 thousand units. And, if it's true. It seems Tesla's marketing strategy was succeeded in answering the consumer doubts for its Cybertruck pickup after reaping a lot of criticisms related to its controversial physical appearance.
It seems that this will also reap various responses. Moreover Ford has been reacted related to the video. Will Tesla be able to survive in the face of those storms of criticism and also managed to market its Cybertruck? Let's just wait and see. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | THE BARRONS | ROADSHOW | PAULTAN | THE GUARDIAN | USA TODAY]
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Ferrari, an Italian supercar manufacturer known for its automotive products that are synonymous with large-capacity engines and blaring engine sounds, now the company is exploring a new segment through the all-new Ferrari Roma sports coupe plug-in hybrid.
Ferrari has revealed the Ferrari Roma, an all-new model that slots in between the Ferrari Portofino and the Ferrari F8 Tributo in the brand’s line-up. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/37h3bez)
It's estimated that Ferrari Roma will soon become a serious competitor to the Porsche 911, which also has the opportunity to attract new consumers, namely those who want to try out the sports coupe capabilities by using an environmentally friendly hybrid engine.
As reported by AFP, Ferrari's Commercial Director Enrico Galliera said that the Roma was designed "for people who want to drive a sports car, or a Ferrari, but they are afraid of Ferrari and sports cars."
Ferrari Roma features a 612bhp V8 engine and a new interior design. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/37h3bez)
The figure of the Ferrari Roma, which was debuted on Thursday, November 14, 2019, is the fifth car model introduced by the prancing horse logoed premium car manufacturer this year. But the car became the first model released under the Ferrari business plan for the next five years, which included electric and hybrid supercars.
To support the performance of the Roma, the Italian premium car manufacturer still installs a powerful Ferrari engine, ie the 3.855cc V8 engine so that the car is able to accelerate from 0 to 100 kph in just 3.4 seconds with a top speed of 341 kph. Then the transmission system uses an 8-speed DCT gearbox that is similar to the Ferrari SF90 Stradale.
What distinguishes it from other Ferrari models is that Roma's appearance tends to be more calm with a long front-facing snout, sharp headlights to the side, a lower A-pillar, and a minimalist rear end. The plan, Ferrari Roma will begin shipping to consumers in mid-2020 with an off-road selling price of the US. $220 thousand or equivalent to Rp. 3.1 billion. ***[EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | CARBUYER]
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One of them is a three-wheeled electric car named the Nobe 100, which is produced by Nobe Cars, an Estonian company. This unique electric-powered microcar was created by Roman Muljar and was inspired by the Messerschmitt Kabinenroller, a 1950s classic German microcar, and VW Beetle. 
