A glimpse of the Lamborghini's forerunner electric-powered supercar

Wait&See The development of electric-powered vehicles are increasingly attracting the interest of players in the automotive industry, both old players and new players. Indeed today we are in the era of electric vehicles. It feels like just yesterday, we are amazed when we see electric-powered concept cars presented by the makers. But now, there were so many electric-powered vehicles had been milling about on the streets.

A German media AutoBild have spread unconfirmed information about the development of a new Lamborghini's electric hypercar (in pictured Lamborghini Diamante Concept by Thomas Granjard as an illutration only) dubbed as the Vitola. (Picture from: Carbuzz)

However, the automotive industry players do not immediately jump into it without conducting any research and development first, especially since the current supporting infrastructure for electric vehicles is still not evenly distributed. So that many automotive industry players, such as the Italian supercar manufacturer Automobili Lamborghini S.p.A., prefer to do it in stages by first conducting research and development on all supporting components, such as electric motors and battery systems, etc.

To this day the latest supercar from this manufacturer is the Revuelto which is mentioned as a replacement for the Aventador referred to be a High Performance Electrified Vehicle (HPEV) capable of generating power up to 1,001 hp, which consists of the new naturally-aspirated 6.5 liter V12 engine coupled to three electric motors.

Porsche Mission E Concept while sat in display at the Frankfurt Motor Show 2015. (Picture from: Autonews.Autoua.net)

As we all know that the supercar manufacturer under the auspices of the Volkswagen Group, the raging bull automaker has announced that 2022 is the final year for the launch of non-electric models and is preparing to switch to electric powered vehicles in 2028 later by giving a few hints about its first model being a 2+2 Grand Tourer (GT). 

As quoted from Carbuzz, instead of working on it alone, it looks like the development of this Lamborghini supercar will also involve Porsche, a fellow company under the Volkswagen Group banner. We can see this back in 2016 when it was rumored that the two of them would share an electric power technology platform. At that time, Porsche had just announced that it would launch an electric-powered supercar called the Porsche Mission E.

A German media AutoBild have spread unconfirmed information about the new Lamborghini hypercar would share an electric power technology platform with Porsche Mission E. (Picture from: Autonews.Autoua.net)

According to a German-language YouTube video by AutoBild, some of the Mission E's electric technology will be picked up by Lamborghini. Furthermore, the video also describes that the raging bull electric-powered supercar that will be developed dubbed as the Vitola that would ride on the Porsche Mission E's J1 platform. It will also steal the sedan's fast-charging system, which works with the Mission E's 800-volt battery to make charging times a breeze.

Not only shared same platform, the new developed Lamborghini Vitola electric supercar (in pictured Lamborghini Diamante Concept by Thomas Granjard as an illutration only) would also pinned the sedan's fast-charging system, which works with the Mission E's 800-volt battery to make charging times a breeze. (Picture from: OkeZone)

This is important for owners who may want to take the hypercar to a track and not be faced with the inconvenience of waiting for a lengthy recharge after a few laps. The Vitola will supposedly have a 0-60 mph time of 2.5 seconds (matching the Tesla Model S P100D) and reach a top speed of 186 mph. The Mission E makes a combined 600 horsepower using two electric motors, which rockets the sedan from 0-60 mph in 3.5 seconds.

To reach its performance targets, the Vitola will undoubtedly be lighter than the four-door Porsche, but it will probably still gain more horsepower to keep it ahead of the competition. That will soon include an all-electric McLaren hypercar, and given the direction of the Volkswagen Group, an EV Porsche 918 replacement based off of the lessons learned from honing the Vitola is not out of the question.

It is still unclear whether the Vitola will be another Lamborghini with a very limited production run or an alternative to existing models like the Huracán or Revuelto which still has a typical sonorous roaring engine or the quiet of electric motor or even combination of both. Instead, what is currently circulating is a different matter, namely the prospected 2+2 GT model. Will it be Vitola or another one? Well, for sure we can only wait until the time comes in 2028. Yes, we'll wait and see.😎 *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | LAMBOCARS | CARBUZZ | AUTOBILD | DIGITALTRENDS  | AUTOEVOLUTION | ELEKTREK.CO | DRIVESPARK | AUTONEWS.AUTOUA.NET | IDMOTOR1 | MOTORMOBILE ]

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Apex AP-0 revealed in America as Attucks for Wyclef Jean

Lightest&Affordable ONES Maybe you remember that some time ago, Apex Motors has taken the covers off its ground-breaking Apex AP-0 EV sports car concept at its global launch event in London back in 2020. 

The Attucks Apex AP-0 electric supercar is claimed the lightest electric supercar in existence with weighs only 1,200 kg (about 2,650 lbs). (Picture from: Autoblog)

So this time, this car was officially launched at The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island in Florida, the United States in collaboration with Attucks Futures and Technology, an American startup owned by Wyclef Jean, a Haitian-born entrepreneur and entertainer best known for his hip hop musical forays both solo and with The Fugees.

The Attucks Apex AP-0 electric supercar's power comes from an electric motor capable of producing bursts of power up to 650 horsepower and 580 Nm of torque. (Picture from: Otomotif-Sindonews)

Then related to Attucks Futures and Technology, this is a business founded to promote outlets for communities to grow and develop. The company is known to have been founded by Wyclef Jean in 2019, and its name was taken from the name of a black American figure, Crispus Attucks who killed by British troops at the Boston Massacre.

The Attucks Apex AP-0 electric supercar made from a "monocoque carbon chassis, with a modular spaceframe and a central spine for maximum rigidity. (Picture from: Electrec.co)

Wycelf Jean further explained that Attucks Futures and Technology is a platform dedicated to nurturing and growing talent, promoting designs, concepts, technologies and manufacturing solutions that promote innovation and sustainable investment in our youth (our future).

Wyclef Jean performed at American debut of the Attucks Apex AP-0 electric supercar in March 2023. (Picture from: Otomotif-Sindonews)

It's no wonder then the first flagship electric supercar was revealed under the name Attucks Apex AP-0. Interestingly, this car is claimed to be the lightest ones, because it weighs only 1,200 kg (about 2,650 lbs). This weight is much lighter than the Rimac Nevera, which weighs almost twice as much as the AP-0, which is 2,300 kg (5,070 lbs).

Even Wyclef Jean posted a video of what he called as the UK-designed, US-built Attucks Apex AP-0 electric supercar along with a personalized song for the reveal on his Twitter account.

Attucks Apex AP0, the lightest-ever electric Supercar, has officially launched in the US! Meet the UK-designed and USA-built EV Supercar, acceleration from 0-60 mph in 2.3 seconds., my dream car! pic.twitter.com/zGl7z68Wee

— Wyclef Jean (@wyclef) March 6, 2023

As for the kitchen spur, as reported by Autoblog, the power comes from an electric motor capable of producing bursts of power up to 650 horsepower and 580 Nm of torque, so then the AP0 is also claimed to have a top speed of 305 kph. 

For the price, the Attucks Apex AP-0 electric supercar has a prices starts at around $350,000 and is set for official release next year. Compared to its currently competitors, such as Rimac Nevera with a price tag of $2.2 million, the AP-0's price tag looks attractive for its segment.

Of course, this affordable price figure is in accordance with the wishes of Wycleaf Jean, who wants to make everyone's dream of having a super electric car come true. "The Attucks future and technology is fulfilling everyone's dreams," he explained. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | APEX MOTORS | ELECTREC.CO | AUTOBLOG | TOPGEAR | ]

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The 2nd edition electric motorcycle of LiveWire is ready to launch soon

2nd Edition As we all know that LiveWire has become an independent brand after being officially separated from Harley-Davidson. Recently the American marque is also known to have launched its second electric motorcycle product named the LiveWire S2 Del Mar.

The LiveWire S2 Del Mar has a modern retro feel with dashing designs. (Picture from: FoxNews)

Unlike the first model of LiveWire One, which had a naked bike style, while this new electric motorcycle has a modern retro feel with dashing designs. As quoted from RideApart, the LiveWire S2 Del Mar deliberately brings the iconic Harley-Davidson XR750 design language. So if you pay attention, the style of the street tracker motorbike can be seen on the electric motorbike.

The LiveWire S2 Del Mar uses the new Arrow LiveWire S2 platform, consisting of a modular battery, electric motor, charging and control system. (Picture from: GreatBiker)

Jochen Zeitz, CEO of Harley-Davidson said, "This new electric motorbike is the company's step towards becoming a leader in the electric motorbike segment which in the future is believed to be even more stretched."

"The S2 Del Mar model represents the next step in the development of the LiveWire brand. The Del Mar-enabled ARROW platform, developed internally, demonstrates our ambition to be a leader in the two-wheeled electric vehicles class, and make LiveWire the world's most sought-after electric motorcycle brand," he said as we've quoted from GreatBiker.

The LiveWire S2 Del Mar deliberately brings the iconic Harley-Davidson XR750 design language. (Picture from: FoxNews)

The LiveWire S2 Del Mar provides two models, namely the Launch Edition, and the Standard version. As for what would be specially launched now is the Launch Edition, it will be produced in a limited number of only 100 units, which marked them with a special serial number. For those whose interested, You can order it directly on the LiveWire website with prices starting at $17,699 or around Rp.258 million.

The LiveWire S2 Del Mar uses the new Arrow LiveWire S2 platform, consisting of a modular battery, electric motor, charging and control system. All of that is the result of development at the motorcycle maker LiveWire's workshop in Mountain View, California.

Thanks to its fully integrated chassis, no wonder if the LiveWire S2 Del Mar weighted of 440 lbs, with powertrain capable spewed power of 59.6 kW (80 horsepower). (Picture from: Vahna)

Thanks to its fully integrated chassis, no wonder if the LiveWire S2 Del Mar weighted of 440 lbs, with powertrain capable spewed power of 59.6 kW (80 horsepower). Under this favorable power-to-weight ratio allows it to accelerate from rest to 60 mph in just 3.5 seconds. Specifically for the battery, it is claimed to be able to travel a maximum distance of up to 100 miles or around 160 km.

The LiveWire S2 Del Mar capable to accelerate from rest to 60 mph in just 3.5 seconds and able to ride up to a maximum distance of 100 miles or around 160 km. (Picture from: FoxNews)

Furthermore, the LiveWire S2 Del Mar Launch Edition will feature an exclusive touch of Jasper Gray or Comet Indigo. There are several unique motif designs on the bodies, and using a pair of special design 19-inches rims then wrapped in Dunlop DT1 wide tread tires.

The LiveWire S2 Del Mar Launch Edition will begin production as soon as pre-orders are reached or no later than November 2022 and begin shipping to consumers in April 2023. Meanwhile, production of the standard version with a base trim model will take place after that, and sales at prices starting from $15,000 or around Rp.219 million.

Kept spur your adrenaline on the power of two-wheeled monster and stay alive with the true safety riding. May God will forgive Your sins and so does the cops...... *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | LIVEWIRE | RIDEAPART | GREATBIKER | FOXNEWS | VAHNA ]

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This is the first Alpine's electric-powered hatchback with a more aggressive appearance

Mini GREEN As previously stated, it seems that the world's automotive industry players are increasingly determined to enter the era of electric powered vehicles. So do not be surprised if at this time one of the French automaker companies, such as Alpine Cars, also stated its readiness to enter the era of electric cars.

The Alpine A290_β concept car is presented as a preview of Alpine's new electric hatchback. (Picture from: MoveElectric)

For this reason, the French automotive company has recently introduced its newest concept car called the Alpine A290_β (Beta). This car is presented as the first preview concept car of a series of electric cars to be released by this performance brand owned by Renault.

This Alpine A290 Beta show car has a similar silhouette to the Renault 5 Electric featured with a typical Alpine's four-eyes fascia with a more aggressive appearance. (Picture from: ArenaEV)

Well, what makes the Alpine A290 Beta is unique, as it's said to have the potential to become the first hatchback product to return to the Alpine name since the Renault 5 Alpine. This revealed by Laurent Rossi, Chief Executive Officer of Alpine Cars that the Alpine A290_β is the first stage in the new era of Alpine, and this urban show car has rewritten the rules for electric-powered hot hatchbacks.

The Alpine A290 Beta has the same cabin layout as the McLaren F1, where the driver sits in the middle, and two passengers seats mounted behind it on either side. (Picture from: MoveElectric)

Related with the Renault 5 Alpine, it is not surprising that the Alpine A290 Beta carries a design silhouette similar to the Renault 5 Electric concept car. As it bringing a similar futuristic impression, so the Alpine version of the Renault 5 Electric has a typical Alpine four-eye fascia with a more aggressive appearance.

The Alpine A290 Beta's cabin is like a fighter jet has, featured with the tapered dashboard shape and the switch console placed above the driver. (Picture from: GridOto)

Of course Alpine didn't make the A290 Beta a run-of-the-mill urban electric hot hatch concept. This can also be seen when entering the interior, the A290 Beta has the same cabin layout as the McLaren F1, where the driver sits in the middle, and two passengers seats mounted behind it on either side.

The Alpine A290 Beta show car has rewritten the rules for electric-powered hot hatchbacks. (Picture from: MoveElectric)

The treats provided by the A290 Beta also have a mix of sports cars, hypercars and racing cars rather than the usual hatchback. In addition, the company also claimed that the interior of the Alpine A290 Beta is like a fighter jet. Let's say it has a carbon fiber bucket seat driver's seat and a flat steering wheel with an overtake button.

Well, another fighter jet references in the A290 Beta cabin can also be seen from the tapered dashboard shape and the switch console placed above the driver. Unfortunately, Alpine still hasn't divulged what the specifications for the Alpine A290 Beta will be or when the production version will launch. We'll wait and see....! *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | ALPINE CARS | MOVEELECTRIC | ARENAEV | AUTOBANT ]

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The high-performance electric-powered car candidate from England

New EV Here's another British new electric vehicle was presented in the automotive world. Well, this new EV called the Alcraft GT came out from the automotive start-up company, and is claimed to be ready to challenge established electric car manufacturers like Tesla Motors.

The Alcraft GT was one of the high-performance electric-powered car candidates from England which has not been produced yet to this day. (Picture from: OtoBlitz)

The new electric car is built by the Alcraft Motor Company founded by entrepreneur David Alcraft back in 2012. The start-up company supported by several former executives and designers from Morgan, Toyota, Daewoo and Michelin, along with Delta Motorsport, whose then brought all of their expertise in electric drivetrains, battery systems to develop this EV.

The Alcraft GT is saw both sporty and practical, with a shooting brake-style design. (Picture from: CarBodyDesign)

The British company would be launched the Alcraft GT in 2019. Reportedly, previously they had launched a crowdfunding campaign (in Indiegogo) starting on August 2017. In the campaign, Alcraft is offering those who were interested "a great opportunity to play a role in the development of the car, which will be the new British car brand."

The Alcraft GT equipped with a three-motor powertrain and a 4WD drive system, with a total power of 600 hp and 1,139 Nm (840-ft.lbs) of torque. (Picture from: OtoBlitz)

At the time, those of you who are interested able to donate between £10 to £25,000, and in return, they would be given the opportunity to go on a VIP tour at Silverstone, plus drive the Alcraft GT for the first time. In addition, depending on the donation amounts, applicants may also receive an exclusive electric bicycle from Cyclotricity, and a set of luxury watches from Matthew Humphries Design.

The Alcraft GT is capable of accelerating the car from 0-100 kph in just 3.5 seconds. (Picture from: OtoBlitz)

"We want to build a British car company that brings together traditional skills and high technology for today's rapidly growing low carbon car market," said David Alcraft in his official statement.

“We combined great design, outstanding dynamics and sharp electric pedals to create a product that not only has the high performance of a supercar, but is also useful in everyday life. We hope this will position Alcraft Motor in the UK's low volume car industry."

While the Alcraft GT's battery are in a T-shaped package positioned behind the driver's seat and between the passenger seats. (Picture from: OtoBlitz)

The design features very clean surface lines and visible structural elements. The pillars and exposed carbon fiber roof structure are part of the aesthetic but serve as a protective structure and material to make the cabin extremely light, along with the roof being mostly glass.

The Alcraft GT has a 2+2 seating layout, featured with cabin space of 500 liters. (Picture from: CarBodyDesign)

The all-new Alcraft GT carried a shooting brake bodystyle, with a 2+2 seating layout, featured with cabin space of 500 liters. The car will also be equipped with a three-motor powertrain and a 4WD drive system, with a total power of 600 hp and 1,139 Nm (840-ft.lbs) of torque.

The Alcraft GT capable to drive up to a cruising range of 483 km (300 miles) on a single battery charge. (Picture from: OtoBlitz)

Under this configuration is said to be capable of accelerating the car from 0-100 kph in just 3.5 seconds, and the Alcraft GT will also have a cruising range of 483 km (300 miles) on a single battery charge. While its battery are in a T-shaped package positioned behind the driver's seat and between the passenger seats, and for the price, reportedly the company costs the car ranging from £135,000 to £145,000.

Well, until now we have not found any information related to this car project (still in the form of car model made of 33% foam for design verification purposes). Are there anyone know the latest news from this Alcraft GT project? If anyone knows, feel free to share information with us via the comments column below. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | ALCRAFT MOTOR | MATTHEW HUMPHRIES DESIGN | INDIEGOGO | TRENDHUNTER | CARBODYDESIGN | AUTOCAR ]

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Audi introduces an SUV coupe concept has transform capability into a pick-up truck

NEW Concept As we know, at the beginning of 2023 Audi AG. introduced the Audi Activesphere as a continuation of the Sphere electric concept car series. For your info, the Audi' Sphere concept car series consisted the Audi Skysphere, Grandsphere, Urbansphere, and Activesphere. Further those four concepts are to represent each of the four rings in the Audi logo.

The Audi Activesphere Concept is an ultra-sleek looking future electric luxury coupe could be transformed into a such of pickup truck with off-road capabilities. (Picture from: Voi.id)

Through the Audi Activesphere, the German automaker company intended to showcase an ultra-sleek looking future electric luxury coupe could be transformed into a such of pickup truck with off-road capabilities, so it's suitable for those whose like outdoor activities. 

The Audi Activesphere Concept has a typical Audi four-door Sportback body that blends with the tough design elements of an SUV. (Picture from: GridOto)

As quoted from GridOto, Gael Buzyn, Audi Design Studio Manager said, "Activesphere is a unique concept car. This is a crossover that has the elegant impression of an Audi Sportback, is practical like an SUV, and has off-road capabilities."

The Audi Activesphere Concept gets 22-inch rims wrapped in 285/55 wide-tread rough tires which are suitable for traveling on all types of terrain. (Picture from: Audi)

This can also be seen directly to the exterior appearance, where the Audi Activesphere has a typical Audi four-door Sportback body that blends with the tough design elements of an SUV. Call it Activesphere has skid plates integrated bumpers on the front and rear, thick fenders and tough side skirts.

The Audi Activesphere Concept has a simple cabin with black and red nuances typical of Audi Sport which is focused on humans. (Picture from: CarAndDriver)

Not to mention that the Activesphere gets 22-inch rims wrapped in 285/55 wide-tread rough tires which are suitable for traveling on all types of terrain. Uniquely at the back of the car, it has a variable luggage space that can turn into a pickup at any time according to needs.

The Audi Activesphere Concept has also special cargo space capable to load e-bikes or other advanture equipments. (Picture from: CarAndDriver)

Well, when not in use, the luggage space is covered by the rear glass and blends in with the body design. If needed, it could be activated fast with press a single button only, soon the rear glass will shift up and reveal an open for cargo space capable to load e-bikes or other advanture equipments.

The Audi Activesphere Concept was developed under the Premium Platform Electric (PPE) platform which includes the fast charging 800 volt battery package. (Picture from: GridOto)

Entering the interior, the Audi Activesphere has a simple cabin with black and red nuances typical of Audi Sport which is focused on humans. In addition, it given that the Audi Sphere concept focused on autonomous driving technology, so the Activesphere has also a hidden steering wheel and pedals as other Sphere' concept cars have.

The Audi Activesphere Concept car is described as the most versatile Audi car ever. (Picture from: Audi)

Regarding performance, the Activesphere was developed under the Premium Platform Electric (PPE) platform which includes the fast charging 800 volt battery packages similar to the Audi E-tron GT Quattro to support its two all-wheel drive electric motors. That means a range of 300 kilometers can be covered with just one charge for 10 minutes.

Furthermore, the German manufacturer stated that these two electric motors have an output of 325 kW or 436 hp and a peak torque of 720 Nm. With a series of advanced features that it has and suported by qualified performance, it is not surprising that the Activesphere concept car is described as the most versatile Audi car ever. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | AUDI | CARANDDRIVER | ]

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Is this the first Lebanese electric-powered sports car?

Better THAN Nothing Although this does not seem to be an attempt to repeat the success story of its compatriot company W Motors with the Lykan and Fenyr supercars. Turn out, this Lebanese automotive company EV Electra LTD. also has big plans to produce an electric sports car named Electra QUDS Rise which is the first Lebanese electric-powered sports car.

The Electra QUDS Rise is the Lebanon's first sporty electric-powered vehihicle. (Picture from: id.Motor1)

Well, who's the figure behind this startup company? This auto company was founded by a Palestinian-Lebanese businessman named Jihad Mohammed in 2017 and, unsparingly at that time, he also planned the company's production target of 10,000 units per year. However, it seems that this figure is difficult to achieve considering the condition of the Lebanese' automotive industry was not well after the big explosion that rocked the Beirut's port in 2020.

Palestinian-Lebanese businessman Jihad Mohammed would built the Electra QUDS Rise electric sports car with a production target of 10,000 units per year. (Picture from: OkeZone)

The country fully relies on imported products to meet vehicle needs because it does not have a local car manufacturer. An irony indeed, given that Lebanese people love their cars as much as anywhere else in the Middle East, public transport is relatively minimal in most of the country where infrastructure remains a challenge for years. Even so, this Lebanese startup company managed to launch the first prototype of the Electra QUDS Rise in 2021.

The Electra QUDS Rise built start-to-finish in Lebanon and it's a real car that's apparently really happening, with 300 or so engineers currently working on it. (Picture from: CarScoops)

It's built start-to-finish in Lebanon and it's a real car that's apparently really happening, with 300 or so engineers currently working on it. the Electra is the brainchild of Lebanese businessman Jihad Mohammed, who's funded the venture as grounds to create a genuinely Lebanese manufacturer. So the QUDS Rise isn't going to challenge a Model 3 any time soon and it definitely isn't knocking on Rimac's door but that's kind of not what it's here for, which is extremely exclusively a good time.

The Electra QUDS Rise has a front grille inspired by the iconic building by the shape of Qubbat al-Sakhra (the Dome of the Rock,) one of Islam's most important holy sites. (Picture from: id.Motor1)

As reported by Carscoops, the name of this vehicle comes from the Arabic for the city of Jerusalem (al-Quds). From the exterior, the QUDS Rise looks quite unique, where this two-seater compact car has a front grille inspired by the iconic building by the shape of Qubbat al-Sakhra (the Dome of the Rock,) one of Islam's most important holy sites.

The Electra QUDS Rise is supported by an aluminum chassis and uses 18-inch wheels wrapped in 235/45 and 255/40 tires on the front and rear. (Picture from: id.Motor1)

In addition, the front is also equipped with wide air intakes and large headlights. At the rear of the QUDS Rise are a prominent diffuser, boomerang-shaped reflectors on the bumper, as well as triangular LED taillights and turn signals.

This car uses 18-inch wheels wrapped in 235/45 and 255/40 tires on the front and rear. The Electra QUDS Rise is supported by an aluminum chassis and a look in the interior reveals a small digital gauge cluster in front of the driver and a large 15.9-inch touchscreen in the center of the dashboard that houses most of the controls.

The Electra QUDS Rise's power comes from 50 kWh lithium-ion battery packages to drive an electric motor mounted on the rear axle capable of spitting out a maximum power of 160 hp. (Picture from: id.Motor1)

The car's power comes from 50 kWh lithium-ion battery packages to drive an electric motor mounted on the rear axle capable of spitting out a maximum power of 160 hp so it can accelerate from rest to 100 kph in about 5 seconds. Then this Lebanese startup company claims the top speed of this car is 165 kph with a cruising range of 450 km (280 miles) on a single charge.

The Electra QUDS Rise capable to accelerate from zero to 100 kph in 5 seconds, before reached top speed of 165 kph. (Picture from: id.Motor1)

Furthermore, EV Electra is opening pre-orders for the QUDS Rise with a starting price of €25,000 and deliveries are expected to start in 2022 (already missed). But, ah. It's cheap (for an EV that's sporty-looking) at €25,000 and there's something brash about it that makes you wanna do donuts in a car park.

The Electra QUDS Rise' rear featured with a prominent diffuser, boomerang-shaped reflectors on the bumper, as well as triangular LED taillights and turn signals. (Picture from: id.Motor1)

The QUDS Rise isn't designed to be an engineering marvel; being the first of your kind sometimes means picking exactly which elements you're gonna do that with and if it's "kickstart an EV industry in a country with no prior automotive manufacturing history" then you have to rein in your ambitions on what else you can do.

And in 2023 (two years after it launched) it is not known whether the automaker managed to find devotees for their QUDS Rise, in fact we can no longer access the Lebanese startup's website at this time. What's with this automotive startup? It seems they have left their dreams.😕 *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | EVELECTRA | THEDRIVE | CARSCOOPS | ID.MOTOR1 | ]

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