The mean green electric two-seater goes from zero to 60 mph in 5.7 seconds, its two in-wheel motors produce 320 horsepower. It goes a top speed of 156 mph, and could be yours as soon as next year.
ZAP (Zero Air Pollution) is working with Lotus Engineering on the Alias, which is not only faster than the Porsche Boxster, it's half the price.
Implications - The featured video shows off a 360-degree view of the futuristic-looking vehicle. The chief executive of ZAP Steve Schneider claims that "everyone who has seen the Alias says they want to buy one." This eco-friendly sports car can travel more than 100 miles before it needs to be recharged.
What's Driving This Trend
- Electric Sports Cars
- The rise of electric sports cars presents opportunities for innovative designs and improved performance.
- Affordable High-speed Vehicles
- The development of high-speed vehicles at a lower price point opens up new markets and accessibility for consumers.
- Eco-friendly Transportation
- The demand for environmentally-friendly transportation options creates opportunities for sustainable innovations in the automotive industry.
Who This Affects Most
- Automotive
- The automotive industry can leverage the trend of electric sports cars and affordable high-speed vehicles to attract a wider customer base.
- Green Technology
- The development of eco-friendly transportation creates opportunities for the green technology industry to provide sustainable solutions and products.
- Luxury Goods
- The introduction of affordable high-speed vehicles can disrupt the luxury goods industry by offering similar performance at a more accessible price point.
