# Lightning GT- New Electric Super Car, 700 Bhp, Sub 4 Sec 0-60 By Ben Preiss | Published 2007-06-18 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightning-gt-new-electric-super-car-700-bhp-sub-4-sec-0-60 References: [lightningcarcompany](http://www.lightningcarcompany.com/) & [wired](http://www.wired.com/cars/futuretransport/multimedia/2007/06/gallery_future_engines?slide=2&slideView=2) The Brits have come up with a Jaguar look-a-like with motor-in-the-wheel (4 wheel) drive, breakthrough NanoSafe battery that can go 250 miles (400 km) between charges and takes just 10 minutes to recharge. The sub 4 second 0 to 60, 700 brake horse power supercar that will cost less to run than an average fossil fuel burning sedan, will likely cost at least $300,000. **Implications** - This impressive car is called The Lightning and was created by the [Lightning Car Company](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightning-motorcycles). The company has made 700 of these eco-friendly cars that are one of the first of their kind. The technology used in the car is set to be used by [Formula One](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/riproaring-british-supercar) as of 2008, which is when the [Kinetic Energy Recovery Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/e-luna) becomes mandatory. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 84% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Electric Super Cars:** There is an opportunity for companies to invest in creating more high-performance electric cars with longer battery life and faster charging times to continue disrupting the automotive industry. - **Motor-in-the-wheel Drive:** Developing motor-in-the-wheel technology for electric cars can be a disruptive innovation opportunity for the automotive industry, allowing for more efficient and eco-friendly vehicles. - **Breakthrough Battery Technology:** Creating new battery technology that is more energy-efficient, takes less time to charge, and covers greater distances can greatly disrupt the automotive industry's reliance on fossil fuels. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Automotive:** With the push towards more eco-friendly transportation, companies in the automotive industry can invest in developing and selling electric super cars to stay ahead of the competition. - **Formula One Racing:** The adoption of Kinetic Energy Recovery Systems (KERS) in Formula One racing presents an opportunity for companies to invest in technological advancements in the automotive industry. - **Battery Technology:** Innovating and improving battery technology can have a disrupting effect on a variety of industries, especially the automotive industry's reliance on fossil fuels. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Breakneck Speed Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lucid-air-grand-touring-performance.md) - [Audacious Electric Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-supercars.md) - [Electrified Retro Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-sports-car.md) - [High-Powered Electric Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lexus-bev-sports.md) - [Turbocharged British Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fourcylinder-car.md) - [Carbon-Loaded Luxury Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2027-bentley-continental-gt-supersports.md) - [Electrified Supercar Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nissan-hyper-force.md) - [Electric Sporty Vehicle Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/project-v.md) - [Limited-Run Electric Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ace-classic-electric.md)