As far as retro sports cars go, few vehicles have managed to capture the imagination as much as the Caterham Seven produced by United Kingdom-based auto manufacturer Caterham Cars, with the company now taking this appeal into the future with the upcoming launch of an electric version of the vehicle.
The 'Caterham EV Seven,' which is being created as part of a collaboration with electric engine company Swindon Powertrain, is being positioned as a vehicle that will be used to test and tweak the workings of an electric vehicle powertrain for maximum performance and customer satisfaction. The vehicle is set to achieve a top speed of 209 km/h and the ability to sprint from zero to 97 km/h in only four seconds.
"We’re doing this with our eyes wide open so that we learn how to deliver the specific attributes necessary for a Caterham Seven; lightweight, simple and fun to drive," the automaker stated in a press release.
Electrified Retro Sports Cars
The 'Caterham EV Seven' Will Feature An All-Electric Powertrain
Trend Themes
1. Electrified Retro Sports Cars - The demand for eco-friendly retro sports cars is on the rise, with increased interest in electric powertrains for maximum performance and sustainability.
2. Electric Vehicle Powertrain Testing and Development - There is a need for more advanced testing and development of electric vehicle powertrains in order to deliver specific attributes necessary for different types of vehicles, including lightweight, simple, and fun to drive electric sports cars.
3. Collaborations Between Automakers and Electric Engine Companies - Automakers partnering with electric engine companies to create electric vehicle powertrains is a growing trend, allowing for the development of electric vehicles with optimized performance and energy efficiency.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive - The automotive industry is being disrupted by the increase in demand for eco-friendly retro sports cars, leading to the development of new technologies and collaborations with electric engine companies.
2. Electric Vehicles - The trend towards electrification of vehicles is leading to the development of new technologies for electric powertrains, as well as increased interest in electric sports cars that combine high performance with sustainability.
3. Electric Engine Manufacturing - As more automakers are moving towards electric powertrains, there is a growing need for advanced electric engine manufacturing, presenting innovative and lucrative opportunities.