At the Geneva Motor Show debut preproduction prototype of the electric Joule. Its creator is a South African company Optimal Energy, a partner in the design made famous Atelier Zagato. Four minivan driven transversely located 101 hp electric motor which develops 280 Nm of torque. Power Battery capacity of 36 kW * h further fueled by the recovery of braking energy, it is enough for it to travel up to 230 miles at speeds up to 135 km / h. Discharged electric trolley is placed on the charging of household electrical outlet.
According to the company, has already made pilot batch of 100 copies of the Joule. In Europe, the new electric vehicle will be in 2013, while the estimated price is at the level of 24 000 euros.
The German manufacturer of luxury cars Gumpert show at the Geneva Motor Show, the updated version of its supercar Apollo Sport. According to the company, finalization of electronics and cooling system resulted in increased engine power machines with 690 to 740 hp Proprietary electronic gearshift TT40e can change gear in just 40 milliseconds, resulting in a new Apollo overcomes the terms of Nürburgring in 7 minutes and 11.57 seconds.
“In spite of such outstanding quality of racing, Apollo Sport is well suited for everyday travel, - told reporters the company founder Roland Gumpert. - We think about the driver and his comfort.” Thus, the new Apollo installed audio system, adjustable pedals and daylight running lights.
At the Geneva Motor Show the Citroen company introduced a sports version of the Revolte concept car, which was first introduced in September last year. Appearance Revolte was created in explanation of the legendary model 2CV, dubbed “The Ugly Duckling”, and design a new prototype called Survolt became more aggressive. The machine has started aerodynamic body kit with large spoilers, air intakes and extended wheel arches.
Overall length of the prototype two-seater rear-wheel drive Citroen Survolt is 3,85 meters, width - 1,87 m and height - 1,2 meters. For comparison, the new 65 and 150 millimeters respectively, longer and wider than the sports car Lotus Exige S, but slightly higher and shorter than the model Exige coupe Audi TT.
Official information about the technical stuffing Citroen concept car at the moment are not reported, but it is known that the car is equipped with a 270-horsepower electric motor, powered by batteries located in the front and rear, and between the axles.
