In April, we covered GM's E85 Corn Fueled Cars. E85 Fuel is based 85% on Ethanol, which comes from corn. Now, Lotus has released its own E85 corn fuel powered car. The difference is that the E85 Lotus Exige can rocket 0-60 mph in 3.9 seconds.
Giz Magazine reports, "Now the Lotus brand is further extending its values towards the responsible use of resources with the Lotus Exige 265E which runs on environmentally friendly bio-ethanol E85."
The Lotus Exige was already one of the most eco sports cars, but this move will push the lightweight car even further into eco territory.
Corn Fueled Lotus Exige Rockets 0-60 MPH in 3.9 Seconds
Corn Fueled Lotus Exige Rockets 0-60 MPH In 3.9 Seconds
Trend Themes
1. Biofuel-powered Cars - The use of biofuels as an alternative to traditional fuel can create opportunities for companies to innovate and develop more efficient biofuel systems to power cars.
2. Acceleration Technology - Car manufacturers can explore ways to enhance the acceleration time of their vehicles without sacrificing safety or fuel efficiency.
3. Eco Sports Cars - The production of environmentally-friendly sports cars can open up new opportunities for car companies to capture a niche market of consumers who are looking for powerful yet green vehicles.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive - The automotive industry can explore new ways to improve fuel efficiency and reduce carbon emissions in order to meet the demand for more eco-friendly vehicles.
2. Renewable Energy - The renewable energy industry can invest in research and development to create more sustainable and efficient biofuel systems that can power cars and other modes of transportation.
3. Sports Car Manufacturing - Sports car manufacturers can focus on producing high-performance yet eco-friendly vehicles in order to appeal to a growing market of environmentally conscious consumers.