Lightning GT prototype does Oxford to London on a single charge

Submitted by Lightning on 22 July, 2011 - 08:53

The Lightning GT prototype is a British-built, rear-wheel drive electric supercar with a fully customisable interior. When it goes into production it will utilise the latest lithium titanate battery nanotechnology to give a range of 180 miles and the ability to recharge in just 10 mins using an Ultrafast off-board charging system. Recharging using standard 13A domestic power takes 15 hrs.

Stats

Manufacturer:

Lightning

Model:

GT prototype

Number:

006

CO2 (g/km from tailpipe):

Noise at city speed:

55-60dB

Sound at low speed:

Almost silent

Max Range:

160miles

Fill-up time:

< 20 mins

Top-up time:

<10 mins

Power:

300.00kw

City speed:

7-10

Top speed:

130mph

Seats (adult size):

Transmission:

Automatic

More info:

http://www.lightningcarcompany.co.uk

Seen at

2011 Bridgestone Eco-Rally

Start (Oxford), Various locations, Oxford,
30 July, 2011 - 09:00 - 18:15
Start (Oxford), Outside Museum of the History of Science,
31 July, 2011 - 08:00 - 10:00
Pit Stop, BRE Innovation park,
31 July, 2011 - 11:00 - 13:00
Finish Line, Between Buckingham Palace & Trafalgar Sq, London,
31 July, 2011 - 10:00 - 20:00

About the Drivers

Guest Driver 1st leg:


	Leo Johnson, Sustainable finance expert Leo Johnson makes sense of sustainability. He pinpoints the trends - from climate change to increased regulation and threats to corporate reputation - then lays out both the risks and the opportunities for business and finance. His key topic is 'future-proofing', bringing it into sharp focus (with... ...MORE >>

About the Exhibitor

Lightning Car Company

Imagine a world where an Electric GT Sports Car challenges the desirability of petrol cars at all levels . . .No compromise on beautiful looks or driving pleasure with the instantaneous surge of pure electric power and the smoothest acceleration imaginable at the touch of a pedal. No petrol, hassle-free re-charging and low maintenance requirements. Clean automobile technology has arrived.Welcome...

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The Event: 2011 Bridgestone Eco-Rally

Category: Sports cars / racing cars

Availability: Working prototypes

Technology: Lightweight-materials, Electric, Regenerative braking


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