'Meyers Manx,' the automotive company famous for its retro dune buggies, has announced that its first Meyers Manx EV will be produced by 2023. The vehicle will feature a similar size and design to the previous Meyers Manx models, as the design team has stated that it does not want to stretch far from its iconic vehicles. The automaker has stated that this vehicle will be "evolved" and "more capable" than its older models.
The current preliminary tests for the Meyers Manx EV report a horsepower of 240 and a maximum range-per-charge of 240 miles. This car will be heavier than previous models to account for the electric drivetrain and technologically-advanced features. On top of this, Meyers Manx has stated that it will create a gas-powered version of this model as well.
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What's Driving This Trend
- Retro Electric Vehicles
- Companies can develop new electric versions of classic automobiles and dune buggies.
- Iconic Design
- Modernizing classic vehicle designs to meet current industry standards.
- Hybrid Options
- Create both gas-powered and electric versions of the same vehicle model.
Who This Affects Most
- Automotive
- The automotive industry can develop new affordable electric vehicles.
- Electric Vehicle Battery
- The electric vehicle battery industry can provide more powerful and long-lasting batteries for retro vehicle designs.
- Tourism
- The tourism industry can offer electric dune buggy rides for tourists in popular vacation spots.
