The Alcraft GT is a new electric car from startup British EV company Alcraft. The sleek shooting brake, the auto industry's term for a performance-oriented two-door station wagon, is meant to be a direct competitor to the Tesla Model S and upcoming Porsche Mission E. Its electric motors produce 600 horsepower and 840 lb-ft of torque. A run from 0-60 mph happens in just 3.5 seconds and max range is said to be 300 miles.
The Alcraft GT has seating for two so it's not the most practical car in the world. However, there does seem to be a fair bit of storage space behind its futuristic cabin. The Alcraft GT is currently seeking crowdfunding to commence production. If all goes well the Alcraft GT should go on sale before the end of 2019 and cost between $160,000 and $171,000.
Sleek Electric Station Wagons
The Alcraft GT is Designed for Practicality and Performance
Trend Themes
1. Electric Station Wagons - The rise of electric station wagons is disrupting the traditional car industry and creating opportunities for startups like Alcraft to compete with established brands like Tesla.
2. Performance-oriented Evs - The trend for high-performance electric vehicles is driving innovation in the automotive industry and presenting an opportunity for companies to create new and exciting products like the Alcraft GT.
3. Crowdfunding for EV Startups - The use of crowdfunding to launch new electric vehicle startups is a disruptive trend that is enabling companies like Alcraft to bring their products to market without traditional sources of funding.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive - The automotive industry is being disrupted by the rise of electric vehicles and startups like Alcraft that are challenging established brands.
2. Clean Energy - The trend towards clean energy is creating opportunities for companies to develop high-performance electric vehicles like the Alcraft GT.
3. Crowdfunding - The use of crowdfunding is disrupting traditional funding models in the automotive industry and enabling startups like Alcraft to bring innovative products to market.