BMW eRR Electric Super Bike

The BMW Mottorrad Group announced the "experimental vehicle eRR" electric super sport motorcycle.

Press Release:-

Munich. BMW Motorrad has a long tradition in pointing out new ways and thoughts for the topic "mobility on two wheels“. For that, again and again many studies were presented in the past giving views to the future. The experimental vehicle eRR, created as a project with the Technical University of Munich, embodies an idea of an electric powered supersport motorcycle made by BMW Motorrad.

Already a couple of years ago, BMW i showed the BMW Group’s visionary and sustainable approach with the vehicles BMW i3 and i8 and their revolutionary design principles (aluminum chassis and passenger cabin made from carbon fibre) and BMW Motorrad’s C evolution proved, that zero emission, riding fun and practicability do not exclude themselves.

With presenting the experimental vehicle eRR BMW Motorrad goes one step forward and shows the possibilities of an all-electric drive in a supersport motorcycle. Regarding design and chassis technology the eRR leans on the supersport motorcycle S 1000 RR, however using an all-electric drive.

Stephan Schaller, Head of BMW Motorrad, emphasizes: „Since their market launch, the RR is giving the creeps to motorsport athletes. If acceleration, handling or topspeed – the RR is setting standards. However, if acceleration on the first metres, up to 50, 60 kph, is the point, the RR’s 199 bhp have to admit defeat by another BMW product: the C evolution with its electric drive.

We asked ourselves: What happens when combining a sport motorcycle and an electric drive? The experimental vehicle eRR brings the topic zero emission and electric drive on a new, more fascinating level.”

BMW Motorrad will announce technical details of the eRR at a later date.

Nissan 'IDS Concept' Electric Car

A vision of autonomous driving in future: Nissan IDS Concept

At the Tokyo Motor Show 2015, Nissan Motor Co. Ltd. unveiled a concept vehicle with autonomous driving and zero emission. Presenting at the show , Nissan president and CEO Carlos Ghosn said: "Nissan's forthcoming technologies will revolutionize the relationship between car and driver, and future mobility."

The sleek automobile comes in two modes: Manual and Piloted

Vehicles one with fully capable of autonomous driving would be on sale by 2020. The IDS is an conceptual vehicle but its 60 kWh is still conceptual. The IDS Concept previews key engineering and design technology to be incorporated on future Nissan vehicles. This includes carbon-fiber construction, and a compact aerodynamic shape with fin like vertical fenders front and rear.

It has 2 stages of autonomous driving, which mirrors Nissan's plans to introduce this technology. The company plans to introduce a degree of autonomous driving it calls Piloted Drive by 2016; technology that can maintain station in a single lane by itself. That system could then be upgraded into merging motorway and changing lane by itself.

"Nissan Intelligent Driving improves a driver's ability to see, think and react," Ghosen said, "It compensates for human error, which causes more than 90% of all car accidents. As a result, tme spent behind the wheel is safer, cleaner and more efficient."

BMW Cruise Bike

Perfect interplay of dynamism and function: the BMW Cruise Bike. The design of the bike from BMW(Bavarian Motors Works) uses typical BMW shapes- the striking "bull-neck" and the fine frame design with smoothed welded joints show how well this has succeeded. Due to their large air volume and distinctive profile, the Continental CruiseCONTACT tyres guarantee outstanding cushioning.

The BMW logo is present at the top of the front fork.

Specification:

• Height     = 26"
• Weight    = 15 kg
• Aluminium frame, front-sprung
• Continental CruiseCONTACT tyres with "safety system"
• Disc brakes Shimano BR-M395 180 mm
• Shimano Deore 30 gears

Their are five settings: off,tour,sport and turbo.

Hero Electric Avior E-Cycle

Hero electric, flagship company of Hero Eco Group, is pioneer in Indian Electric Vehicle industry. In India, Hero Electric has been constantly innovating and developing products for the domestic EV market.

The e-cycles of hero come in two models; Avior AMX and Avior AFX. The AMX model is meant for male cyclist and the AFX for female cyclists.

Unmatched performance with 6 speed Shimano gears, 35-40 Km range and a host of accessories.

Specification

• Model                           = AMX
• Motor power(Max)       = <200 Watts
• Max. Speed                   = <25 kmph
• Range (Throttle mode) = 35-40 kmpc
• Load Capacity              = 90 Kgs
• Battery type                  = Sealed Lead Acid
• Baterry capacity           =  9 Ah
• Battery Charge Time    = 6-8 hrs
• Tyre size (F & R)         = 26" x 1.95''
• Wheel Type                  = Alloy
• Kerb Weight                 = 36 Kgs
• Brake (Front & Rear)   = Front- Disc brake, Rear Servo
• Speed gears                  = Shimano 6 speed
• Price Range                  = Rs 19,000/-

International Motor Show Germany 2015

International Motor Show in German known as Internationale Automobil-Ausstellung (IAA), is the world's largest motor show since 1897. It is held annually, with passenger and commercial vehicles including some motorcycles in Frankfurt am Main. Currently the show occupies in twelve building.

Siemens will show Roding Roadster Electric at 2015 IAA in Frankfurt Germany this month.

The Roding Roadster Electric is hub drive powered research vehicle. Based on Roding Carbon Cell, this innovative battery-powered drive train could be realized together with Siemens Corporate Technology.
The prototypes used for this purpose were constructed without a mechanical brake at the rear axle, instead, braking is done by the electric motor. The brake system is controlled by so called Brake Blending, i.e. as circumstances require, the brake torque is automatically transferred from the electrically powered brake to the friction brake at the front axle. It is aimed to recuperate the entire potential energy in 70% of all braking processes.

• Maximum power: 2 x 120 kW
• Maximum torque: 2 x 1250 Nm
• Lithium Ion Battery: 194 kWh
• Unloaded weight: 1125 kg

Mercedes Benz SLS AMG Electric Drive with 500 km range

Mercedes is reportedly working on a model range of electric vehicles able to cover up to 500 km on a single charge according to Daimler Chief Development Officer Thomas Weber.

In an interview with German publication auto motor and sport, Weber said, “We are working on an intelligent concept for a highly attractive electric vehicle with a range of 400-500 kilometers,” adding that the car would come “soon.” More importantly, the electric drivetrain will fit into the automaker’s flexible architecture, meaning it can be used in numerous models.

At the 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show in less than two weeks,Audi will showcase an e-tron quattro concept SUV, while BMW is planning an i5 Sedan that will be based on the 5 Series and Porsche are also working on an EV with 500 km range.

Mercedes might have a slight lead on the competition, however, considering that it has been developing numerous applications of all-electric vehicles for a while now, including on the A- and B-Class as well as the electric SLS AMG that set a record on the Nurburging.

TATA MOTORS Upcoming Electric Vehicles

List of EV

1. Indica Vista EV

Tata Motors is getting ready to launch electric version of Indica Vista in United Kingdom. The company has an electric vehicle manufacturing centre in Coventry, which is capable of building 1,500 electric vehicles every year. The first 25 Tata EV have been handed over to the owners as part of final car evaluation before the UK launch. These cars are part-funded by the Coventry and Birmingham Low Emissions Demonstrators (CABLED).

Indica Vista EV gets 500 order in Spain. Tata Motors European technical Centre acquiring 50.3% stake in Spanish company.

2. Megapixel

The Tata Megapixel, a range extended electric vehicle (REEV), is a new four-seater city-smart global car concept for the performance-seeking and environment-conscious anywhere in the world.

Combining a lithium ion phosphate battery and an on-board petrol engine generator for recharging on the move, the Tata Megapixel offers a range of up to 900 km.

The class-leading 'Zero Turn' drive system of the Tata Pixel (shown at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show) has been taken to an even higher level of manoeuvrability in the Tata Megapixel.

The Tata Megapixel denotes Tata Motors progression from the Tata Pixel, based on the Tata Nano and a city car concept for Europe, reflecting the company's future design direction.

3. ACE electric

Tata Motors will launch electric version of its most popular light truck Ace next financial year. The electric Ace weighing around 1,600 kg will have an steel chassis and no gears and perhaps no air-conditioning. The vehicle will likely have atop speed of around 50 kmph.

"In the Auto Expo we showcased the Super Ace electric and Magic electric. Actual commercial production of these models should happen soon. All these things need lots of support from the government. But obviously you have to be ready with the product first to seek that support", said a senior executive of Tata Motors.

4. Magic IRIS electric

TU-Automotive Detroit has awarded Tata Motors the 'Best Telematics Product or Launch in the Emerging market' for its telematics solution based on Android platform, developed for the Tata Magic Iris Electric.

At the Auto Expo 2014, Tata Motors showcased the Magic IRIS electric. The zero-emission, last mile commercial passenger vehicle runs on lithium ion battery. The IRIS electric can run up to 100 km with two battery modules which take maximum of eight hours to charge through an on-board charger. Additionally, the Magic IRIS electric comes with a 120 watt solar panel roof for supplementary charging.

Faraday Future 2017 electric supercar

Faraday Future is a California based car company, founded in 2014. The company likes to be called as FF. They have more than 200 employees who have worked for Tesla Motors, BMW, Ferrari, GM, SpaceX and Land Rover; and currently is hiring 10 more every week. So it can be expected to have 300 employees by 2016.

The FF vehicle type may be a long, tall sedan or sleek crossover utility vehicle. It will launch its electric battery operated vehicle in 2017. As given in there site "FF launches in 2017, and follows a similar paradigm: 100% electric, zero-emission, fully-connected and personalized in ways you've never even considered possible. After all, the greatest leaps in evolution require revolution."

Some of the team members in Faraday Future, which includes:
Nick Sampson- Product architect, former vehicle and chassis engineering for Model S Tesla Motors.
Richard Kim- Founding member BMW i project
Silva Hiti- Engineering manager and technical fellow at Chevy Volt
Pontus Fontaeus- Director of interior design at Volvo
Porter Harris- Batteries, former SpaceX

FF is aiming to achieve greater energy density than any previous electric car, which means car's battery pack will be able to store more electricity in a given volume. The battery pack will be divided into many individual cells but will be designed so that individual cells or groups of cells can be replaced.

Audi Q6 e-tron 2018

Audi's first All-electric SUV

Audi is expected to reveal 2018 Q6 e-tron at the Frankfurt show in September. The Q6 e-tron will share its platform with the 2016 Q7 e-tron and upcoming 2017 Volkswagen Cross-Blue SUV.

The biggest news is that the e-tron will have approximately 310 miles of all electric range. Audi will have a system of wireless recharging technology that will eliminate the need to plug-in its car entirely.

According to reports the C-BEV will lift its motor and 92kWh batteries from the latest R8 e-tron supercar, but instead of two rear-mounted motors, the Q6 will have additional third motor encased within its gearbox. Q6 e-tron will generate even more power with third motor, and the concept is expected to have a combined total of 375kW per 700Nm.

The influence of Audi's earlier Prologue concepts can clearly be seen, particularly through the fattened rear quarters. Slender LED tail lights reach into the tailgate, to emphasis width. The company expects to make the new SUV a proper high-volume model, hitting at least 10,000 global sales annually.

SMART CARS TECH

1. V2V Communication

Vehicle to vehicle (V2V) communication technology for light vehicles. This technology would allow to "talk" to each other and ultimately avoid many crashes altogether by exchanging basic safety data, such as speed and position, ten times per second, to improve safety.

It uses "ad hoc network", where every car is free to associate with any other car available in the network and share equal status. V2V which is also known as VANET (Vehicle ad hoc network), is a variation of MANET (mobile ad hoc network). Many automobile manufacturers including BMW, Audi, Honda, General Motors, Volvo and Daimler are working and developing this technology to improve safety, overcome blind spots and avoid accidents.

2. Pre-collision Technology

Top car-makers such as Ford and Hyundai have developed a pre-collision assist and pedestrian detection technology. Besides helping the driver detect blind spots, this technology also alerts the driver when he/she is not paying attention on road and if the driver falls asleep and does not respond to the warning, then the system applies the brakes on its own. Its collision mitigation braking system delivers an audio and visual warning when there is a risk of head-on collision.

The driver assist system has two types of sensors:-

1. Millimetre-wave radar located inside the front grille.
2. Monocular camera mounted on the upper, inside part of wind-shield.

If the driver fails to react, the car will automatically begin breaking itself to prevent or reduce the severity of crash. This technology will debut in 2015 with Ford Mondeo in Europe. Hyundai would introduce it in the new Genesis sedan.

3. Smart Cars

• Google launched its "Android Auto", a telematics software that can be connected to car dash board for infotainment. It also enables the driver to access GPS, maps, streaming music, weather and a host of other applications. A slew of car-makers including Abarth, Acura, Alfa Romeo, Audi, Bentley, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, Fiat, Ford, Infiniti, Jeep, Kia, Maserati and Volvo will offer Android Auto in their cars.

• Earlier, at the Geneva Motor Show in March, Apple announced its "CarPlay" software, which allows device running on the iOS operating system to function with built-in display units of automobile dashboards. Carmakers like BMW, Daimler, JLR, Honda and Hyundai have installed it in their cars. Infotainment manufacturers like Pioneer & Alpine too have shown interest in Carplay from Apple.

BMW's Electric truck

The BMW Group will be the first automobile manufacturer in Europe to use a 40 ton electric truck for material transport on public roads. It was launched on 7th July at the BMW Group Plant in Munich by Bavaria's Minister of Economic Affairs, IIse Aigner. 

"With our electric truck, we are sending another strong signal for sustainable urban mobility," said Hermann Bohrer, head of the BMW Group Plant in Munich, in a press release. "We are proud to be the first automotive manufacturer in Europe to use an electric truck of this size to transport materials on public roads."

The electric truck by the BMW Group and the SCHERM group will be exclusively charged with electricity from renewable sources. The combination of its and the alternative driveline means the 40-ton truck helps the environment while it is on the road - it's CO2 free, quiet and generates almost no fine pollution. Comparing to diesel engine truck, the electric truck will save 11.8 tons CO2 annually.

The truck battery takes 3 to 4 hours to charge. The vehicle has the range of about 100 kilometres when fully charged.

"With this project we will gain valuable information on what will be possible with electric trucks in the future for city logistics," said Jürgen Maidl, head of logistics at BMW Group. "The BMW Group, along with our partner the SCHERM Group, is once again bravely embarking on a new journey and delivery pioneering work."

Superleggera Vision Concept 2018

The stunning Superleggera Vision Concept that was shown last year at the Villa d'Este Concours d'Elegance has been given light for production, a new report claims.

The Mini British based automaker has set the name for this two-seater convertible in collaboration with the famous design house Touring Superleggera from Milan Italy.

Production Mini Superleggera concept could use a plug-in hybrid powertrain similar to that of the i8 sports car. That arrangement will see a petrol engine mount at the front, with an electric motor mounted at the rear axle, along the same lines as BMW's all-wheel drive range-extender electric car powertrain. It will be based on the same UKL platform which already underpins the rest of the Mini range as well as the BMW 2 series Active Tourer.

The Superleggera will be positioned above the topless version of the Mini Hardtop as a more back to basics, driver focused model aimed right at the fourth-gen Mazda Miata and the upcoming Fiat 124 Spider. The superleggera is expected to make the transition from concept to production with only minor visual modifications. The futuristic headlights, the overly thin side mirrors and frameless windshield will be tossed out, but the long fin on the trunk lid and the UNion Jack-shaped tail lamps will suprisingly be retained.

BMW board member with the responsibility for Mini Peter Schwarzenbauer said that Mini was still exploring the potential of plug-in hybrid and EV tecnology. "Every new Mini model will come with a hybrid option; Plug-in hybrids are economically a little easier" he said "Full electric is extremely challenging. Finding small space to put all the batteries in is extremely challenging. We are working on both possibilities."

Schwarzenbauer said "There is no decision at the moment, but we have a lot of people here that are fighting hard for it. One of our superheroes will be an open car. I'm not saying the superleggera will come, but you will have an open car."

Audi R8 e-tron electric supercar

The R8 e-tron made its first appearance as "the e-tron concept" at the 2009 Frannkfurt auto show. The name, shape and colour of the R8 e-tron were inspired 1982 science fiction film Tron, by Steven Lisberger. In 2010, as side show to the 24 Hours of Le Mans, then Audi R&D chief Michael Dick drove a few laps on the course, barely finishing because of the charging state.

Audi has unveiled a new version of its R8 e-tron electric supercar concept at CES Asia.

A statement released by the company said "The R8 e-tron piloted driving technical study is equipped with all of the functions of piloted driving. Data is acquired from the interplay of an array of sensors: the new type of laser scanner, several video cameras, ultrasonic sensors and radar sensors at the front and rear. Based on signals from these sources, the central driver assistance control unit (zFAS), a compact central computer, computes a comprehensive picture of the vehicle's environment."

Specifications:

The R8 e-tron 2.0 is fitted with a T-shaped lithium-ion battery shoe horned into the center tunnel and behind the passenger cell. It will be a rear-wheel drive vehicle and it can go a full 280 miles on an electric charge. The rear-mounted electric motors produce 456 horsepower and 679 lb-ft of torque, all funneled through a single-speed transmission. The sprint to 62 mph from just 3.9 seconds and top speed rated is 155 mph.

The first e-tron concept an all-wheel drive car with four motors was rated at 313 horsepower and 502 lb-ft of torque. It would have reached 62 mph in a 5.2 seconds it would have topped 125 mph. Its range was less than 150 miles.

BLUEBIRD DC50 Unbuild Electric Sport Car

The name Blue Bird was originally inspired by the play of that name by Maurice Maeterlinck and the vehicles were painted a shade of pale blue.

Malcolm Campbell had a succession of Darracq racing cars in the 1920s. In 1925, he also raced an Itala at Brooklands with the name 'The Blue Bird' painted on the bonnet.
The Hydroplane K4 began life as Malcolm's "Blue Bird", but when Donald decided to use her in 1949, after his father's death, he renamed her "Bluebird".

• The Bluebird-Proteus CN7 was a technologically advanced wheel-driven land speed record-breaking car, driven by Donald Campbell, built in 1960 and rebuilt in 1962.
• Bluebird Mach 1.1 (CMN-8) was a design for a rocket-powered supersonic land speed record car, planned by Donald Campbell but thwarted by his subsequent death during a water seed record attempt in Bluebird K in early 1967.

Bluebird DC50 electric sports car

The BluebirdDC50, a two door sports car with horse power ranging from 240 bhp to 360 bhp. The DC50 pays tribute to bluebird's past land and water speed record vehicles. The DC50's creator, Don Wales, grandson of Malcom Campbell and nephew of Donald Campbell, has contested the electric powered land speed record.

Unfortunately, Bluebird DC50 electric sports car remains ghost to people which had launch in 2014 to mark 50 years since Donald Campbell's land and water speed runs.

"I wish, if I could get chance to rebuilt the Bluebird. "

Improved Lithium-Sulphur battery using Vitamin-C for electric vehicles

A group of Korean researchers led by Professor Lee Jae-Young at the Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology said that they succeeded in improving the energy capacity of lithium-sulfur batteries with Vitamin-C treated dual layered graphene-sulfur.

Lithium-Sulfur batteries are widely considered as a viable replacement for current lithium-ion batteries for electric cars because of its superior energy density. Yet, lithium sulfur batteries have not been actively used in the field since there are few problems to be resolved such as poor cycle performance and low charge/discharge rates.

The dual layered cathode is composed of a sulfur active layer and a poly-sulfide absorption layer
and both layers are based on Vitamin-C treated graphene oxide at various degrees of reduction.
However, the researchers showed that their Vitamin C treated dual layered cathode can increase sulfur utilization dramatically resulting in a lithium-sulfur battery with a high specific capacity of over 600 mAh/g after 100 cycles even under a high current rate of 1C.

The researchers state that this development can greatly improve low cycle performance of lithium-sulfur batteries, which is big obstacle to commercialization of them, and possibly open the door to using lithium-sulfur batteries in next-generation electric car batteries.

The results of development were published in the online version of ChemSusChem on April 29 with the title of "Improvement of energy capacity via Vitamin C-treated dual-layered graphene-sulfur cathodes in lithium sulfur battery".

ALL-ELECTRIC ASTON MARTIN DBX -2019

Aston Martin's electric DBX concept is the precursor to Aston's upcoming crossover.

Aston Martin has announced a production version of all electric DBX SUV concept will enter production and be on sale by 2019. Andy Palmer announced his company had raised the £200m from its two majority shareholders to begin work on creating a production version of last month's Geneva motor show concept.

The DBX Concept is an all-wheel drive crossover high luxury GT that uses in board electric wheel motors at all four corners powered by lithium sulphur cells. Steering is a drive by wire system and both  the driver and passenger have head-up displays surrounded by auto-dimming smart glass.

The look of the DBX evolves the brand's design language, led by chief designer Marek Reichman. A large front grille in the traditional shape and a flowing fastback roofline mark it as an Aston Martin.
Inside material used in the 2+2 cabin include machined billet aluminium, carbon fiber, velvet like Nubuck leather and Alcantara.

CITROEN SURVOLT 2018 - ELECTRIC SUPERCAR

ELECTRIC SUPER-CAR

The Citroën Survolt made its first appearance on a racetrack at Le Mans on 12 July 2010. Vanina Ickx was the first driver to get behind the wheel of the Survolt.

Although it has not been confirmed that the Survolt will ever be produced, there are rumors that Citroën wants to create a limited-production of a compact-sized concept based on this car, and start a one-make racing series. The Citroën Survolt will be produced in 2018 as a production car.
The Survolt is powered by a pair of electric motors with a combined power output of 300 bhp (223.71 kW). Its top speed is 260 kph (161.56 mph), and it can accelerate from 0–100 kph (62.2 mph) in less than 5 seconds. Citroën claims that the batteries provide a range of 200 km (120 mi)

SECIFICATIONS:

The Survolt is 3.85 meters (12.63 feet) long, 1.87 meters (6.14 feet) wide and 1.20 meters (3.94 feet) high and features a design with the front dominated by the vehicle's badge located above the large oval-shaped grille.
The car has horizontal LED headlamps which have lower power consumption than traditional filament bulbs — important in a battery-operated vehicle.

At the back, the Survolt maintains the light cluster design used on the REVOLTe, and has a spoiler to increase rear downforce.
An Art Car based on the Survolt has been designed with the collaboration of Francoise Nielly in 2011.

QIANTU K50 EVENT! - ELECTRIC SUPERCAR

China's First Electric Supercar launched

Qiantu K50 Event! electric supercar has been unveilied at 2015 Auto Shanghai. The Qiantu K50 Event's nomenclature actually ends with a "!". Production of the model has already been confirmed by the Qiantu Qiche company.

The Qiantu K50 feature an all-electric motor that delivers 408 hp (300kW) and 650 Nm (480 lb-ft) to the rear wheels. Claimed 0-100 kmph (0-62 mph) acceleration time is five seconds, while the range on a single charge of the batteries is around 200 km (124 miles). The lithium-ion battery is rated at 41.1 kWh.

The chassis is a blend of aluminium and carbon fiber material while the exterior panels are also constructed from carbon fiber. Weight is less than 1900 kg.
The Qiantu K50 Event! will be priced around $113,00.

In addition, we can see the brand's logo is dragonfly, which the Chinese culture sees as a symbol of prosperity and harmony.

Toroidion 1MW AWD electric Supercar Launch in Monaco

1,341 HP Electric Supercar

Toroidion unveiled the 1MW Concept, a purly electric 1341 hp supercar, at the 2015 Top Marques show in Monaco.

Toroidion was established in 2011 to develop an entirely new electric car powertrain that would be competitive at the Le Mans 24-hour race.

The founder Pasi Pennanen has spent the past 20 years in the automotive industry developing and building concept cars and production models.

Specifications

Toroidion 1MW features lightweight components, lightweight high-performance batteries, rapid battery swap, safe for the driver and service engineer, ideal for running around town or racing around the track.

The Toroidion all-new electric powertrain has been designed to be scalable in power for different applications while remaining safe to use and service.

The high-performance battery of Toroidion powertrain is as easily replaed in the pit-lane as it is in the home garage.

NASA's Modular Robotic Vehicle Prototype

NEW MRV

Modular Robotic Vehicle is a battery powered electric vehicle developed at Johnson Space Center. NASA's new MRV Prototype is an advanced electric rover driven by even remote control. The MRV has four liquid-cooled wheel motors and separate wheel modules that can turn independently of each other. MRV has top speed of about 43 mph and a range of 62 miles of city driving on a single battery charge.

"Each e-corner can be controlled independently and rotated 180 degress about its axis. This allows for a suite of driving modes allowing MRV to maneuver unlike any traditional vehicle on the road. In addition to conventional front two wheel steering, the back wheels can also articulate allowing for turning radius as tight as zero. The driving mode can be switched so that all four wheels point and move in the same direction achieving an omni-directional, crab-like motion."
-(NASA)

"It's like driving on ice but having complete control. It's blast to ride and even more fun to drive."
-(Johnson Space Flight Center's) Justin Ridley

It also has a drive-by-wire system, which replaces mechanical links to the propulsion, steering and brake actuators with control inputs, which convert to electric signals and transmit via wires to the vehicle's motors.

"Just as NASA helped pioneer fly-by-wire technology in aircraft in the 1970s, MRV is an attempt to bring that technology  to the ground in modern automobiles."
-(NASA)

McLaren P1 (PHEV) Sportcar

McLaren P1

The McLaren P1 is a limited production plug-in hybrid sportscar by British automotive manufacturer McLaren Automotive.

The McLaren P1 follows in the footsteps of the iconic McLaren F1, the car that pushed boundaries further than any of its rivals.

The McLaren P1 is currently for sale up courtesy of Miller Motorcars in the United States.

The production version of the McLaren P1 was unveiled at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show. Production was strictly limited to 375 units to maintain exclusivity.

Specifications:

The P1 features a 3.8-litre twin-turbocharged V8 petrol engine that is only similar to the MP4-12C motor in its displacement. The twin turbos boost the petrol motor at 2.4 bar to deliver 727 bhp (542 kW) and 719 Nm (531 lb ft) of torque at 7500 rpm, combined with an in-house developed electric motor producing 176 bph (131 kW) and 260 Nm (192 lb ft). With both motors, the P1 will have a total power and torque output of 903 bhp (916 PS) and 978 Nm (722 lb ft) of torque respectively.

The P1 goes from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 2.8 seconds, 0 to 200 km/h (124 mph) in 6.8 seconds, and 0 to 300 km/h (186 mph) in 16.5 seconds, making it a full 5.5 seconds faster than the McLaren F1. Its completes a standing quarter mile in 9.8 seconds at 152 mph (245 km/h). Top speed is electronically limited to 217 mph (349 km/h).

2017 Nissan Leaf

NISSAN LEAF

The Nissan Leaf is by far the highest volume electric car ever sold, with total sales now approaching 200,000 units.

It's expected the new Leaf will be a 2017 model year and it could be revealed by the Washington DC Auto Show January 2016, or the 2016 New York International Auto show in April, Baum ventured; and could be on sale by around October 2016.

Improvement of this model will relate to its outlook, but also on increased autonomy movement. The  new design direction, as a preliminary solution of the new Nissan Leaf is seen concept from Geneva. Although initially thought that the Nissan Sway concept, is introduction of the new generation Nissan Micra model, turned out differently. Sway concept had the task to display the new design language of future small car of company. Five door hatchback will better show in the form of a new generation Nissan Leaf, rather than the other one. The company stated that the 2017 Leaf certainly be a nice looking car. But it is possible to except a few surprises. The director of the design team is actually pointed out the possibilities of personalization of the new 2017 Nissan Leaf. Customers will be able to emphasize the car's electric nature and mitigate the conventional look.

Rumors about the increased autonomy of movement of the new Leaf to even 400 km. Nissan has been working on improving batteries for its Leaf model. In fact, these are multiple battery size options. Still top performance in case of the Nissan EV will be about 300 km on a single charge moving. This is definitely a big improvement compared to previous success in this segment. Although there is still no information about a possible change in price 2017 Nissan Leaf, some indications do exist. Each of the models that can be distinguished by the battery package running on it, to each other will vary and its prices.

Honda FCV Concept 2018

 Honda Fuel Cell Vehicle Concept

The new Honda fuel-cell car will feature a spacious cabin with seating for 5-passengers, a driving range estimated to be in excess of 300 miles, and an anticipated refueling time of approximately 3 minutes at a pressure of 70 MPa. Its fuel cell stack, which fits entirely within under the hood, is 33% smaller with a 60% increase in power density compared to the outgoing Honda FCX Clarity.

As the next progression in Honda's dynamic FCV styling, the Honda FCV Concept features a low, wide aerodynamic body with clean character lines. The interior strives to achieve harmony between man and machine by taking advantage of new power-train packaging efficiency delivering even greater passenger space than its predecessor, the 4-passenger Honda FCX Clarity fuel-cell vehicle.

In an effort to ensure Honda's environmental vehicles remain strong competitors and provide a new sales volume pillar, the company will offer several next generation, advanced power train vehicles, including a new battery electric model and pug in hybrid model by 2018. Additionally, the company plans further application of its 2 and 3 motor hybrid systems in the years to come.

CHEVROLET BOLT-2017

The Chevrolt Bolt EV is an all-electric crossover developed by General Motors and unveiled in concept form at the 2015 North American Inernational Auto Show.

GM excepts the Bolt to deliver an all-electric range of 200mi (320 km), sharing its lithium-ion battery technology with the upcoming second generation Chevrolet Volt.

The vehicle (although date has yet to be set) will become part of the Chevrolet lineup as an entry in 2017 model year. Suppliers have indicated the bolt will enter production in 2016 at GM's Orion assembly plant. 

Chevrolet has acknowledged that there is confusion about having two vehicles with a similar sounding name Bolt and Volt, it is expected to be renamed before it goes into production in 2017

TESLA LAUNCH MODEL S 70D AWD

TESLA Introducing All-Wheel Drive Model S 70D

The Model S 70D, an all-wheel drive electrive car with a 0-60 time of 5.2 seconds and a 240 mile range at 65 mph.

Model S is in 3 new colors: Ocean Blue, Obsidian Black, and Warm Silver.


"Even at a starting price of $75k, the Model S 70D offers a broad and compelling set of features. Morever, when one factors in the cost advanges over an internal combustion engine vehicle, including fuel saving and incentives, the actual cost of owing Model S 70D comes to about $55k over 5 years."




In addition to having independently operational front and rear motors, the 70D includes Supercharging to enable free long distance travel, autopilot hardware, navigation, blind spot detection and many other features.
As with every Model S, the 70D will receive free over the air updates that add functionality and improve the driving experience for years to come.

HYUNDAI SONATA HYBRID-2016

SONATA HYBRIB

Hyundai will bring an electric mid-size sedan to market in 2016. SK Innovations, battery supplier for the Kia Soul EV, will provide packs for Hyundai's PHEVs, while LG Chem has been tasked with producing next generation batteries for Hyundai's 2016 midsize electric sedan.

Former vice president of BMW, Albert Biermann, will be in-charge of Hyundai's electric car program.

"Hyundai's first pure EV will be a mid-sized sedan. Equipped with improved batteries, enhanced system management and lighter materials, the upcoming model will weigh about 30% less than existing hybrid EVs. "

The future plug-in hybrid electric vehicles coming from Hyundai include a sporty electric car, a SUV and smaller sedans/hatchbacks.

KIA SOUL EV - (won the 2015 Canadian Green Car Award)

THE KIA SOUL EV

The Kia Soul EV won the 2015 Canadian Green Car Award as the vehicle best combining environmental benefits with mass market appeal.

The first all-electric, zero emmisions Kia car sold worldwide with a partical driving range and bold look that builts on the unique dimensions and design of the Kia Soul. The Soul EV takes things further with exclusive, vibrant two-tone styling, LED daytime running lamps and eye catching headlamps and taillamps.

Aside from the overall award, the Kia also took the battery/electric zero emission category.

ELECTRIC VEHICLE BATTERY (EVB) - ALFA BATTERY

AN ELECTRIC VEHICLE BATTERY OR TRACTION BATTERY

Rechargeable batteries are usually the most expensive components of Battery Electric Vehicles (BEV), being half the retail cost of the car.

Traction batteries must be designed with a high ampere-hour capacity. Batteries for electric vehicles are characterized by their relatively high power to weight ratio, energy to weight ratio and energy density; smaller, lighter batteries reduce the weight of the vehicle and improve its performance.

The predicted market for EBV is over $37 billion in 2020.

In 2015 we will see the Alfa battery (Aluminium air batteries) that has 40 times capacity of lithium-ion. The aluminium air battery has a theoretical specific energy level of 8,100 Wh/kg and the second largest capacity among various types of potential secondary batteries. The theoretical specific energy of a commercialized lithium ion battery is 120-200 Wh/kg.

According to its creators (Fuji Pigment Co. Ltd.) :

• It can work just by refilling salty water or normal water once in a while.
• Aluminium is an abundant, cheap and safe material which can be applied for metal air batteries. Therefore, battery price can be cheap.
• The new battery can be manufactured and work in an ambient atmosphere because it is stable in ambient air conditions. Moreover, there is no need to worry about explosion or flammability like a lithium ion battery.
• All materials (electrode, electrolyte) are safe and cheap, and can be made very easily even in the house kitchen.

1088 HP Rimac Concept One Electric Sport Car

RIMAC CONCEPT ONE

The Rimac Concept One is a two seated high performance electric sports car designed and manufactured by Rimac Automobili. With a total output of 1,088 hp, an acceleration from 0-100 kmph in 2.8 seconds.

Rimac Concept One is fast, elegant and expensive with a cost of around $1 million per unit. The Rimac employs carbon fiber throughout the body, as well as a carbon fiber monocoque chassis with the battery pack built in. Each wheel is powered by separate liquid cooled permanent magnet electric motor.

A system called All Wheel Torque Vectoring also helps to give the Rimac exceptional compared to more primitive combustion powered hypercars. Also, the car has the ability to switch the power from front wheel to rear wheel drive, the first car with that ability.

"I believed that the electric propulsion can give much more compared to what was available on the market"

- Mate Rimac (founder of Rimac Automobili)

INDIAN ELECTRIC SPORT CAR ARRIVAL

MAHINDRA HALO

Mahindra Halo, an all-electric sports car concept. Mahindra and Mahindra, will launch the two-seater electric sports car- Halo, in Britain by 2016.

• Powering the Mahindra Halo will be an electric motor developing a power of approximately 141PS.
• The car can reach from 0-100 kmph in 9 seconds while its top-speed is 160 kmph.
• The Mahindra Halo ranges at 200km on its deluxe variant, and about a 150 km on its standard variant.

The car looks beautiful and it has an elegant design. The expected price in India is around 29-30 lakhs.

FIRST ELECTRIC CAR ARRIVAL IN INDIA

INDIAN ELECTRIC CAR

After 13 years of research and development, India's first electric car 'REVA' was launched in the national capital Delhi on 25 Wednesday 2008.

REVAi electric car, available in 26 countries with more than 4,000 of its different versions sold worldwide by mid March 2011.

Mahindra Reva currently produces two versions of REVAi:

1. REVAi, equipped with lead-acid batteries, which has a nominal range of 80 km (mi) per charge and top speed of 80 km/h (50 mph).
2. REVA L-ion, equipped with Lithium-ion batteries, which has faster acceleration and a nominal range of 120 km (75 mi) per charge.

ELECTRIC CAR ARRIVAL IN WORLD

ELECTRIC CAR

An electric car is an automobile that is propelled by one or more electric motors, using electrical energy stored in batteries or another energy storage device. Electric motors give electric cars instant torque, creating strong and smooth acceleration.

Thomas Parker, responsible for innovations such as electrifying the London Underground, overhead tramways in Liverpool and Birmingham, built the first practical production electric car in London in 1184, using his own specially designed high- capacity rechargeable batteries.