# Ultra Lightweight Electric Supercars JJAD P1E Sportscar by Ex-McLaren Designer By Alexandra Choli | Published 2009-01-26 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/p1e-by-jjad-preview-ex-mclaren-designer-presents-new-electric-sportscar References: [carbodydesign](http://www.carbodydesign.com/archive/2009/01/24-jjad-p1e-preview/) & [carbodydesign](http://www.carbodydesign.com/archive/2008/02/24-jjad-project-001-preview/) In tune with the eco-spirit of the day, British company JJAD unveiled the first rendering of its P1A [all-electric sportscar](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kaiserdarrin-design), along with initial information on its specifications. The impressive prototype, brain-child of former [McLaren](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/theory-1) employee Jim Bowle, is based on the company’s Project 001 platform, first revealed in February 2008. The super lightweight assembly will consist of a hybrid aluminum-carbon fiber structure and composite body panels, yielding a total mass of approximately 1,050 kg. Powered by lithium ion batteries, the two electric motors – one for each axle – will produce a total of 390 horsepower and 590 lb-ft of torque. The automaker estimates that the car will shoot 0-60mph in just 2.9 seconds, all the way up to a top speed of 130mph, while its autonomy will average 200 miles. Currently in the stage of development, the car is expected to go into production in a [limited series of 500 units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ace-classic-electric) by 2012 – which they've given no reason to doubt since the presentation of the prototype was indeed promised for 2009. So, good news for the electric supercar enthusiast: this market is getting increasingly more crowded. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Electric Supercars:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: There is a growing demand for high-performance electric vehicles, creating opportunities for innovative electric supercar designs. - **Ultra Lightweight Materials:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: The use of hybrid aluminum-carbon fiber structures and composite body panels in the automotive industry can lead to lighter and more efficient vehicles. - **Extended Driving Range:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Improving the autonomy of electric vehicles, such as achieving a range of 200 miles, can help address concerns about limited driving distance. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: The development of electric supercars presents new possibilities for the automotive industry to tap into the growing demand for eco-friendly and high-performance vehicles. - **Electric Vehicle Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: The production of electric supercars requires expertise in electric motor systems, battery technology, and lightweight material manufacturing. - **Sports Car Market:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Electric supercars can disrupt the traditional sports car market by offering powerful and eco-friendly alternatives to gasoline-powered vehicles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Electric Sporty Vehicle Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/project-v.md) - [Curvaceous Electric Concept Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/curvaceous-electric-concept-cars.md) - [Electric Sports Car Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/theory-1.md) - [All-Electric Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allelectric-sports-car.md) - [Electrified Retro Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-sports-car.md) - [Industry-Leading Hybrid Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mclaren-w1.md) - [Old Supercar Battery Upgrades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/p1-battery-upgrade.md) - [Electrified Supercar Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nissan-hyper-force.md) - [High-Powered Electric Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lexus-bev-sports.md)