Retro-Styled Electric Coupes

The 'Luka EV' Combines Old-School Style with a Modern Drivetrain

A Czech Republic-based automotive start-up by the name of MW Motors has unveiled a gorgeously styled electric coupe, dubbed the 'Luka EV,' that brings together the eco-friendly benefits of electric motoring with a classy, retro appearance and an unbelievably light frame.

This particular electric coupe is powered by a quadrant of in-wheel hub motors that are capable of delivering a total energy output of 66 horsepower, with a 21.9 kilowatt-hour battery pack ensuring a range of up to 300 kilometers.

While the vehicle looks comfortably expansive for a two-seater car, it's surprisingly lightweight, weighing in at only 815 pounds. All in all, this vehicle shows that newly emerging car start-ups are more than capable of taking on the giants of the automotive industry when it comes to innovating electric vehicles with unique aesthetics.

Retro-styled Electric Coupes
The Luka EV combines old-school style with a modern drivetrain.
In-wheel Hub Motors
The Luka EV utilizes in-wheel hub motors for increased power and efficiency.
Lightweight Electric Vehicles
The Luka EV demonstrates the potential for creating lightweight electric vehicles.

Who This Affects Most

Automotive
The automotive industry can explore retro-styled electric coupes as a new market segment.
Electric Vehicle Manufacturing
Manufacturers in the electric vehicle industry can consider implementing in-wheel hub motors for their vehicles.
Automotive Design
The automotive design industry can focus on creating lightweight electric vehicles with unique aesthetics.
SCORE
6.2 out of 10
GENDER
70% Men30% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America, Europe
GENERATION
  • Gen Z
  • Gen Alpha
  • Millennial (primary audience)
  • Gen X (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 96%
Activity 82%
Freshness 8%

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