An automobile, motor car or car is a wheeled motor vehicle used for transporting passengers, which also carries its own engine or motor. Most definitions of the term specify that automobiles are designed to run primarily on roads, to have seating for one to eight people, to typically have four wheels, and to be constructed principally for the transport of people rather than goods. The term motorcar has also been used in the context of electrified rail systems to denote a car which functions as a small locomotive but also provides space for passengers and baggage. These locomotive cars were often used on suburban routes by both interurban and intercity railroad systems.There are approximately 600 million passenger cars worldwide ( roughly one car per eleven people ). Around the world, there were about 806 million cars and light trucks on the road in 2007; they burn over a billion cubic meters ( 260 billion US gallons ) of petrol/gasoline and diesel fuel yearly. The numbers are increasing rapidly, especially in China and India.
New Electric Cars
An electric car is an automobile which is propelled by electric motor(s), using electrical energy stored in batteries or another energy storage device. Electric cars were popular in the late-19th century and early 20th century, until advances in internal combustion engine technology and mass production of cheaper gasoline vehicles led to a decline in the use of electric drive vehicle. The energy crises of the 1970s and 80s brought a short lived interest in electric cars, but in the mid 2000s took place a renewed interest in the production of electric cars due mainly to concerns about rapidly increasing oil prices and the need to curb greenhouse gas emissions. As of early 2011 series production models available in some countries include the Tesla Roadster, REVAi, Buddy, Mitsubishi i MiEV, Th!nk City, and Nissan Leaf.Electric cars have several potential benefits as compared to conventional internal combustion automobiles that include a significant reduction of urban air pollution as they do not emit harmful tailpipe pollutants from the onboard source of power at the point of operation ( zero tail pipe emissions ); reduced greenhouse gas emissions from the onboard source of power depending on the fuel and technology used for electricity generation to charge the batteries;and less dependence on foreign oil, which for the United States, other developed and emerging countries is cause of concerns about their vulnerability to price shocks and supply disruption. Also for many developing countries, and particularly for the poorest in Africa, high oil prices have an adverse impact on their balance of payments, hindering their economic growth.Despite their potential benefits, widespread adoption of electric cars faces several barriers and limitations. As of 2011 electric cars are significantly more expensive than conventional internal combustion engine vehicles and hybrid electric vehicles due to the additional cost of their lithium-ion battery pack. Other factors discouraging the adoption of electric cars are the lack of public and private recharging infrastructure and the driver’s fear of the batteries running out of energy before reaching their destination ( range anxiety ) due to the limited range of existing electric cars. Several governments have established policies and economic incentives to overcome existing barriers, to promote the sales of electric cars, and to fund further development of electric vehicles, more cost-effective battery technology and their components. The United States has pledged US $2.4 billion in federal grants for electric cars and batteries. China has announced it will provide US $15 billion to initiate an electric car industry. Several national and local governments have established tax credits, subsidies, and other incentives to reduce the net purchase price of electric cars and other plug ins.
Now Check out below the new 2011 electric cars concepts and future coming electric cars pictures and information.
Artega SE Electric Sports Car
Artega SE Electric Sports Cars Competition Starts with Tesla Roadster
Latest Car News: Being rivals ever since the invention of the automobile, the Americansand Germans are getting ready to expand the competition between them into the electric vehicle sector. And since Germans are not used to take the hits laying down, a competitor for the single electric sports car currently on the market had to appear sometime. And it did, at this year’s Geneva Motor Show. Called Artega SE , the Tesla Roadster contender is the electric version of the mid-engined Artega GT, which debuted at the same event two years ago. Powered by 2 electric motors mounted on the rear axle, the car is capable of developing 380 pure electric horsepower.
Artega SE Electric Sports Cars is the name of the new car developed by Germany basedautomaker Artega. According the the company, the electric vehicle is able to reach a
- Top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph)
- 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in just 4.3 seconds
Power for the vehicle comes from a 37kWh lithium-ion polymer battery which can be recharged from a fast charging station in some 90 minutes. According to the figures provided by the manufacturer, the battery is capable of sustaining electric motoring for adistance of 300km (186 miles) in ideal conditions and 200 km (124 miles) in normal driving conditions.
Buddy Cab (electric car)
Buddy is a Norwegian electric car, produced by Pure Mobility, formerly Elbil Norge AS, at Økern in Oslo. In 2007, the Buddy, and its predecessor, the Kewet, made up 20% of the electric cars in Norway. Buddy CEO Kjell Strøms surname translates to current. Buddy is the sixth generation of the Kewet electric vehicle. Originally the Kewet was developed in Hadsund, Denmark, and the first model was made in 1991.In 2010, Pure Mobility ( former ” Elbil Norge ” ) launched a brand new version of the Buddy. It was initially marketed as ” MetroBuddy “, but the “Metro” prefix was removed due to certain negative or confusing associations with the term. The Buddy is EU approved by the Vehicle Certification Agency as an electric four-wheel motorcycle aka. Heavy Quadricycle. It can be used as an ordinary vehicle without restrictions as to the roads it can be driven on, and drivers require only an ordinary driving license.Buddy is a simple, functional, electric city car with a range of 20–60 kilometres (12–37 mi) depending on season, topography and driving style. Maximum speed is 80 kilometres per hour (50 mph). Its length is 244 centimetres (96 in), which means that in some jurisdictions it can be legally parked sideways. Two models of the Buddy are currently available, the ordinary variety and BuddyCab which features a folding roof.Currently, the Buddy is delivered with lead batteries. Completely discharged batteries can be recharged in 6–8 hours. The batteries can be rapidly charged so that one hour’s charging allows the vehicle to be driven about 10 kilometres (6.2 mi). Charging requires an ordinary, grounded outlet with a minimum circuit of 10 A. The life expectancy for the batteries is expected to be between two and five years, or about 20 000 km, depending on driving and charging habits. A complete battery set costs from £2 800 excluding value added tax.
BMW ‘s New Electric Vehicle I3
BMW Confirms New Electric/Hybrid Brands I3 And I8
Latest (News):The German luxury carmaker BMW unveiled on Monday its long awaited new brand,BMW I with 2 new models to be equipped with electric and hybrid drive systems from 2013.
The first models to be launched under the new sub-brand from 2013 are the BMW i3 and i8. The BMW i3 is an all-electric city car, which was previously known as the Megacity Vehicle, while the i8, is a plug-in hybrid sports car based on the Vision Efficient Dynamics concept study unveiled at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show.
“Both cars have been designed specifically for their respective alternative drive systems“explains Klaus Draeger,BMW Board member responsible for development.”We used the innovative architecture and CFRP to cancel out practically all of the extra weight added by the batteries.For our customers this means superior driving dynamics combined with significantly increased range using electric power”
The i3 is an all electric vehicle intended for urban use,constructed largely from Carbon Fibre Reinforced Plastic (CFRP), and using decelerative torque to recharge the battery on braking.The motor itself is the size of two drinks crates, half the size of a traditional gas engine(though that doesn’t include the batteries)
General Motors EN-V Car of 2025
General Motors Introduced the New 2025 EN-V Car
Latest Car Information: In a live TV show “Fox Car report” General Motors Executive Director of Global Vehicle Engineering talk about the futuristic EN-V, and Speed’s Rutledge Wood gives us a preview of the Daytona 500.
EN-V is an abbreviation of Electric Networked Vehicle which does not actually require a hyphen. However, hyphenating as such does allow GM its huggable abbreviation, which is a perfect example of that most cherished Chinese business practice – copyright infringement – as Chrysler’s Electric Vehicle efforts were previously christened ENVI.
General Motors EN-V Car of 2025 is said to address problems facing the driver of tomorrow such as problems of traffic congestion, parking availability, air quality, and affordability. Also like all quirky super future concepts, the EN-Vs are electric. Beyond the placement of the motors in the wheels, however, no powertrain specifications are given, because that would be like specifying where on a unicorn his appendix is located.
Honda 3R C Concept
Honda 3R C Concept-Honda Latest Future Concept Electric Car
2011 New Cars Models: Honda 3R C Concept | This is a revolutionary three wheeled battery electric vehicle concept, shows what a future minimal urban transport vehicle forone person might look like. The battery electric drive train is mounted low in the three wheeled chassis, therefore keeping the centre of gravity low and thus improving stability.
The Honda 3R C Concept has a clear canopy that covers the driver’s seat while it is parked and not in use. When 3R C vehicle is in motion, the canopy becomes an enveloping wind shield that provides the pilot, who sits low in the vehicle, with significant protection from thebodywork and doors.
“The high sides of the safety shell seat give greater safety to the occupant, reducing the threat from side impacts and improving weather protection. In front of the driver is a lockable boot area, which gives significant secure storage for luggage or other items. The Honda 3R C Concept’s designers created a flexible cover that surrounds the upper torso to reduce exposure to bad weather and improving comfort”
The Honda 3R C Concept study was created by European designers working at Honda’s Research and Design facility in Milan.
Mazda KAAN-2025 Electric Racing Car
Mazda KAAN-2025 Electric Racing Car Concept
Latest Racing Car News: Mazda Kaan new Innovative racing car of 2025 has been introduced, the new 2025 Mazda Kaan designed by 6 innovative designers. This electric car is especially deigned to compete the E1 races.
In order to reach 400 kilometer per hour without any harmful emissions. the new 2025mazda Kaan car uses a sub level electro conductive polymer that powers the electric cars in a modern world. Thanks to such a high talented designers, look of the car is mind blowing also by sitting inside the car, one can feel that victory is for sure. Now its time to wait and watch this Mazda kaan new electric car, which is going to take its future victory.
In 2025 the California freeways have been resurfaced with a sub level electro conductive polymer that powers the electric cars of the modern world. MAZDA’s patented electronic tire system uses this technology to power the KAAN to reach 250mph (400 kilometer per hour) with no harmful emissions.
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