The Fiat 500e Makes It Fashionable to Plug-in
Michael Hines — December 1, 2012 — Autos
The Fiat 500e is perhaps the first all-electric car that can be described as "stylish." Other electric cars, while great for the environment, tend to be a little on the chunkier and plainer side.
Fiat's new EV is anything but plain. Its electric engine is good for 111 horsepower and 147 lb-ft of torque. Its max range is said to be around 80 miles, but there have been "stories" of the 500e going more than 100 miles on a charge.
Now 100 miles isn't very long to most drivers, but the Fiat 500e can be recharged in four hours using a 240v outlet. Additional features include he ability to remotely monitor you car's battery life using your iPhone or Android smartphone. The Fiat 500e is expected to get a soft rollout that should begin a few months into the new year.
Fiat's new EV is anything but plain. Its electric engine is good for 111 horsepower and 147 lb-ft of torque. Its max range is said to be around 80 miles, but there have been "stories" of the 500e going more than 100 miles on a charge.
Now 100 miles isn't very long to most drivers, but the Fiat 500e can be recharged in four hours using a 240v outlet. Additional features include he ability to remotely monitor you car's battery life using your iPhone or Android smartphone. The Fiat 500e is expected to get a soft rollout that should begin a few months into the new year.
Trend Themes
1. Stylish Electric Vehicles - The Fiat 500e sets a trend for stylish electric vehicles, challenging the perception that EVs have to be chunky and plain.
2. Extended Range Evs - The Fiat 500e showcases the trend of extended range EVs, with some reports of it going over 100 miles on a single charge.
3. Convenience of Fast Charging - The Fiat 500e taps into the convenience trend of fast charging, boasting the ability to recharge in just four hours using a 240v outlet.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive - The automotive industry can explore disruptive innovation opportunities by designing more stylish electric vehicles to attract a broader range of customers.
2. Energy - The energy industry can focus on creating more efficient and convenient fast-charging solutions to support the growing market of electric vehicles.
3. Mobile Technology - The mobile technology industry can capitalize on the trend of remote monitoring and control of electric vehicles through smartphone apps, providing innovative solutions for EV owners.
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