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Jeremy Gutsche — September 14, 2006 — Autos
References: hammacher & coolest-gadgets
We all know that Electic Cars will become the next big thing. What fascinates me is that they mgiht not be sold through traditional channels. For example, there's a new 120 mph electric car for sale at Hammacher Schlemmer. It runs for steep price of $108,000, but it does excite me for things to come.
The 120-M.P.H. Electric Car
This is the electric car that can accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 4.0 seconds to a top speed of 120 mph in one gear with no shifting thanks to its two electric motors -- smaller versions of the same kind found in diesel-electric locomotives -- that combine to produce over 1,000 lbf ft. of torque. No wider than most motorcycles at 39", it can fit in a 6' half-lane with more clearance than a semi-truck in a full 12' freeway lane, enabling you to negotiate traffic congestion where lane splitting is permitted. Its small size eliminates the need for parallel parking as it can park perpendicular to a curb without the need for a full space. The driver and passenger sit in tandem front and back seats that use four-point pilot seat belts with iner tia reels, similar to harnesses found in race cars, yet are easy to use. The cars chassis is made of stainless steel, and the chrome moly roll cage meets Sports Car Club of America racing standards for safety. The body panels are made of carbon fiber, Kevlar, and fiberglass, and its side impact bars offer four times the protection found in typical SUVs. The cars unique stability is derived from its low center of gravity, created by 1,100 lbs. of batteries under the floor, giving it a rollover threshold equivalent to a 5-star National Highway Traffic Safety Administration rating found in the lowest-slung sports cars. It has front and rear disc brakes and coil-over shock absorbers. The car generates no emissions and operates from a set of lead-acid batteries that can recharge using any service up to 50 amps, providing enough power for a range of 40-80 miles, up to four times the average commute in the U.S. *For Personalized Service on this item call 1-800-227-3528 between 8 a.m. and 12 midnight Eastern time and our Product Specialists will gladly answer all questions and provide additional service information about the 120-M.P.H. Car. Please note that special conditions and guarantee limitations apply to this product. 8 1/2 L x 39 W x 60 H. (3,000 lbs.)
The 120-M.P.H. Electric Car
This is the electric car that can accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 4.0 seconds to a top speed of 120 mph in one gear with no shifting thanks to its two electric motors -- smaller versions of the same kind found in diesel-electric locomotives -- that combine to produce over 1,000 lbf ft. of torque. No wider than most motorcycles at 39", it can fit in a 6' half-lane with more clearance than a semi-truck in a full 12' freeway lane, enabling you to negotiate traffic congestion where lane splitting is permitted. Its small size eliminates the need for parallel parking as it can park perpendicular to a curb without the need for a full space. The driver and passenger sit in tandem front and back seats that use four-point pilot seat belts with iner tia reels, similar to harnesses found in race cars, yet are easy to use. The cars chassis is made of stainless steel, and the chrome moly roll cage meets Sports Car Club of America racing standards for safety. The body panels are made of carbon fiber, Kevlar, and fiberglass, and its side impact bars offer four times the protection found in typical SUVs. The cars unique stability is derived from its low center of gravity, created by 1,100 lbs. of batteries under the floor, giving it a rollover threshold equivalent to a 5-star National Highway Traffic Safety Administration rating found in the lowest-slung sports cars. It has front and rear disc brakes and coil-over shock absorbers. The car generates no emissions and operates from a set of lead-acid batteries that can recharge using any service up to 50 amps, providing enough power for a range of 40-80 miles, up to four times the average commute in the U.S. *For Personalized Service on this item call 1-800-227-3528 between 8 a.m. and 12 midnight Eastern time and our Product Specialists will gladly answer all questions and provide additional service information about the 120-M.P.H. Car. Please note that special conditions and guarantee limitations apply to this product. 8 1/2 L x 39 W x 60 H. (3,000 lbs.)
Trend Themes
1. Direct-to-consumer Electric Cars - Traditional car sales channels may not apply to electric cars as seen with Hammacher Schlemmer offering a 120 MPH electric car for sale.
2. Light-weight Yet Safe Electric Cars - The 120-M.P.H. Electric Car's chassis made of stainless steel and body panels made of carbon fiber, Kevlar, and fiberglass may disrupt the current trend of heavy, gas-guzzling vehicles.
3. High-performance Electric Cars - The 120-M.P.H. Electric Car's ability to accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 4.0 seconds to a top speed of 120 mph with two electric motors may disrupt the traditional view of electric cars as slow, eco-friendly vehicles.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive Industry - The automotive industry can capitalize on the trend of direct-to-consumer electric cars and explore new sales channels to market high-performance, lightweight, and safe electric cars.
2. Alternative Energy Industry - The alternative energy industry can invest in the development of more efficient batteries and charging technologies for high-performance electric cars.
3. Recreational Vehicle Industry - The recreational vehicle industry can adopt the lightweight and safe features of the 120-M.P.H. Electric Car to develop eco-friendly recreational vehicles that offer both speed and safety on the road.
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