The Vauxhall/Opel Concept EV Lets Young Adults on a Budget Drive Green
Michael Hines — September 13, 2011 — Autos
I will bet dollars to donuts that the as of yet unnamed Vauxhall/Opel concept EV will steal the spotlight at the upcoming Frankfurt Motor Show. The concept is a two-seater four-wheeled pod car designed primarily for younger (and cash-strapped) drivers.
Although the Vauxhall/Opel concept EV hasn't been named, there are a few things we do know. The concept has a maximum speed of 75 MPH and a maximum range of 60 miles. Charging information has not been given out, but the two companies say that the car would cost as little as one euro ($1.36) to charge. The concept is also incredibly light for a motor vehicle, weighing in at an ultra-slim 700 pounds.
The concepts low-profile and sleek design should make it a hit when it debuts in Frankfurt this weekend. Vauxhall and Opel have both hinted that the car is a potential production piece which means that good word of mouth from the Frankfurt Motor Show could send it straight to the assembly line.
Although the Vauxhall/Opel concept EV hasn't been named, there are a few things we do know. The concept has a maximum speed of 75 MPH and a maximum range of 60 miles. Charging information has not been given out, but the two companies say that the car would cost as little as one euro ($1.36) to charge. The concept is also incredibly light for a motor vehicle, weighing in at an ultra-slim 700 pounds.
The concepts low-profile and sleek design should make it a hit when it debuts in Frankfurt this weekend. Vauxhall and Opel have both hinted that the car is a potential production piece which means that good word of mouth from the Frankfurt Motor Show could send it straight to the assembly line.
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2. Affordable Electric Vehicles - Potential for disruptive innovation in the automotive industry with the development of low-cost, environmentally-friendly electric cars.
3. Lightweight Electric Vehicles - Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the transportation industry by creating ultra-lightweight electric cars that offer improved fuel efficiency.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive - Disruptive innovation potential for car manufacturers in developing cost-effective electric vehicles that cater to the needs of younger drivers.
2. Electric Vehicle - Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the electric vehicle industry by creating affordable and lightweight EVs targeted towards young adults and budget-conscious drivers.
3. Transportation - Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the transportation industry by introducing lightweight electric vehicles that offer eco-friendly and cost-effective transportation options.
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