Volvo presented a driveable prototype
electric car in September 2009.
Volvo C30 BEV (
Battery Electric Vehicle) is now being shown at the 2010 North American International Auto Show in Detroit companies to take one further step in the development process. Both feature a full interior and full instrumentation, as well as improved battery packs.
"The first prototype to help us identify the main technological challenges, such as battery packs and safety issues. We have discussed this challenge without sacrificing cool the Volvo C30 and fun-to-drive my personality. very pleased with the results. Volvo C30 in Detroit electric BEV is a much more complete product, "said Lennart Stegland, Director Volvo Car Special Vehicles.
The next step in 2010 is a factory-built series of test cars. Selected users will drive the test fleet during a two-year trial period in order to provide Volvo Cars with valuable experience. Not just technical but also behavioural.
The Swedish Energy Agency is supporting the project by contributing SEK 150 million towards its funding.
If the Volkswagen Scirocco coupe does not look wild enough for your taste, you may want to look at the aesthetic treatment of CSR's Automotive. Exterior mods include a new honeycomb grille is lower in black matte, apron front, headlamp trim, side skirts and rear apron with diffuser that houses new exhaust outlets. There is also a rear spoiler and black matte foil wrap in the view of some carbon fiber hood and roof covering, and exterior mirrors.
To complete the package, CSR Automotive adds a new set of funky-looking 20-inch alloy wheels with carbon-look parts shod in Toyo tires size 235/30 ZR20 up front and 285/25 ZR20 at the back.
