About the exhibition in Geneva in March, Nissan have prepared a very interesting concept two-seater sports car. She was named ESFLOW and is equipped with the same powertrain as electric Leaf. The impressive two-seater with aggressive design and all aluminum chassis is able to accelerate from 0-100 km/h for less than 5 sec and distance traveled with fully charged batteries is over 240 km/h. The concept is equipped with two electric motors, energy which is supplied by a set of lithium-ion batteries. From Nissan say they are optimized torque and not use its full potential to ensure stability and control of the car. More details on Nissan Esflow Concept will be announced after its official premiere in Geneva is currently no mention of production.

From Seat decided to show the direction in which it will develop the design of future models of the company’s electric concept by IBE, presented at the exhibition launch in Geneva. The car model is based on Ibiza and a 2 +2 coupe local, but its dimensions are more compact than its donor. Its length is 3.78 meters, width 1.8 meters, 1,2 meters, and weight – just 1,000 kg. Seat IBE Concept is powered by an electric motor with power 102 h.p., for which energy is supplied by a set of lithium-ion batteries located in the rear. Curiously, the unit power is limited to 68 horsepower and maximum speed to 160 km/h, with full capacity being released only in extreme situations and it briefly. This is done to maximize efficiency and increase mileage. In standard mode IBE Concept is able to travel 130 kilometers purposes. without having to recharge. Seat of report that the electric car accelerates from 0 to 50 km/h for only 3.4 sec and 0-100 km/h for 9.4 sec. The electric cars are the future, so all the companies are investing in their prototypes and testing the new technologies.

Opel will present the forthcoming exhibition in Geneva a new concept car, whose first teaser was released today. According to preliminary data model will be called Flexitreme GTE and is equipped with a hybrid system of Opel Ampera. According to Press Releases in this concept the company aims to open up prospects for the development of many new features which will continue to distinguish the brand – this study combines expressive and appealing design with precision design in Germany in order to meet the environmental challenges of the future. With its combination of design, environmental innovation and alternative propulsion, the conceptual model of the Opel demonstrated that the size and comfort need not necessarily be the sacrifice of efficient propulsion and environmental performance. In addition to this concept of the Opel stand in Geneva will present several models. We know these are electric Ampera, which however has received some improvements, and long mileage, the new generation Meriva, revealed at the beginning of the year and refreshed Corsa.

At the end of 2009. Swiss company Rinspeed presented its new project for electric, called UC, which stands for Urban Commuter, whose concept of mobility is fundamentally different from all known so far. The car will debut at the exhibition in Geneva, from Rinspeed argue that, despite the fact that their development is only conceptual, mass production could start very quickly, as the assembly of a vehicle will take only three days. The uniqueness of the mobile concept lies in the idea of electric be transported long distances on special wagons, where the journey time to load their batteries. Thus, when they arrive in cities, they will have enough energy to move them. Dimensions of Rinspeed UC are 2 590 mm length, 1 627 mm width and 1 488 mm height. Wheelbase is 1 800 mm pipsqueak. Its weight is only 980 kilograms. An interesting feature is that the management of the car is done by a joystick located at the gear lever. The electric engine Rinspeed UC delivers maximum torque of 130Nm. But from the initial data on speed and mileage has slight changes. Are developing a new 120 kilometers per hour and covering the 105 kilometers. without having to recharge.

The company showed a Fiat Auto Show in Detroit purely electric version of the model 500, which is in the style of hot modification 500 Abarth. The car was called 500 BEV, short for Battery-Electric Vehicle, but the Italians did not disclose any details about exactly electric drive technology, rushed to declare that they do not provide mass production version. The electric car has exactly the same appearance as the Fiat 500 Abarth. The only difference is in the rear, where at 500 BEV missing ends of the exhaust system. The interior of the electrical design is a combination of black and red leather, a traditional gear lever has been replaced by buttons for control.
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At the exhibition in New Delhi, Chevrolet showed several cars that the company will launch in the near future, as most interested cause electric version of the Spark. For the moment from General Motors did not disclose any details about the car, but it became clear that he will appear in the Indian market in October and is scheduled to be sold also in Europe and North America. According to the media out, the price of Chevrolet Spark EV in India will be around 700 000 rupees, which is approximately 15 000 USD. Speculation about the price of cars in Europe are even broader range of 9 000 and 15 000 euros. More information about the electrical modification is expected to be revealed at a later stage.

The Motor Show in Detroit in January, the German company BMW will present a fully electric version of Model 1-Series. This is the second electricity project Bavarians, after the Mini E. Conceptual BMW ActiveE is equipped with an electric motor supplying power 170 h.p. and a maximum torque of 250 Nm, which is still available in 0 rev/min. as on all cars with electric motors. Unit of energy supplied by the kit lithium-ion batteries, which are joint development of the BMW company and SB LiMotive, and are located in places where there are container and transmission in the standard model. The electric car is equipped with a system for regenerating energy from the brakes and tires with low rolling resistance and aerodynamics is improved. Although BMW’s engineers have worked well for optimization of weight, though it has increased by 1 800 kg, Which is 350 kilograms more than the most severe modification of 1-Series. the data from the Bavarians, the concept ActiveE is able to accelerate from 0-60 km/h for 4.5 sec and 0-100 km/h for less than 9 sec. and the maximum speed is 145 km/h which develops. Distance, which can travel without recharging the electric car do is about 160 kilometers. Charging the battery takes place in a standard contact for less than 3 hours.

For exhibition in Tokyo, opening its doors to visitors on October 24, Honda has prepared a prototype of a small urban car. He received the name EV-N, driven by an electric motor and is similar in ideology to the Volkswagen Up. Although the concept is clearly visible characteristic of the Autobianchi A112 and the Fiat 500 features from Honda claim that EV-N model is inspired by the N360, which the Japanese offered in 60-years of the last century. Honda currently share a little of facts about a concept four-EV-N. It is clear that the ceiling and a solar panel, supplying energy to the lithium-ion battery and electric motor. Really nice small car, with a little bit ugly design.

Pioneer in the production of electric cars, Peugeot will present the first model iOn the hall in Frankfurt, but it will launched on the market in late 2010. Its characteristics and autonomy of 130 kilometers. Obtained through the use of lithium-ion batteries will meet the challenges associated with urban mobility and environmental protection. Peugeot 106, produced between 1995 and 2003. Is the best-selling car in the world with zero emissions. Given this experience, the brand expects to remain a leader in electric cars. Since the end of 2010., Peugeot will be among the top producers who will sell in Europe a new 100% electric car. The car developed jointly with Mitsubishi Motor Corporation (MMC), is intended both for individuals and for corporate clients, governments, municipalities and large enterprises due to its characteristics, particularly suitable for use in urban environments. The city will be the main field for iOn. With 4 doors, 4 seats, with length 3.48 m turning angle and 4.50 m, this 100% electric car Peugeot, with a capacity of 64 h.p. Lexus LF-Ch Concept. and torque of 180Nm., developing a maximum speed of 130 km / h, is ideal for use in the city. Lithium-ion batteries are very comfortable with autonomy (130km. under normal running conditions), loaded to 6 hours in a standard 220 V or contact to 80% for 30 minutes, thanks to a system for rapid recharge. These features allow the urban model, a detachable zero emissions, offer versatility in terms of technical indicators and internal dimensions comparable to that of a small car with a combustion engine.

Mercedes-Benz will present an updated version of its electric concept BlueZERO during the exhibition in Frankfurt and early next year the company will start production of the model, but it will be a limited series. Rethinking Mercedes BlueZERO E-CELL PLUS is equipped with 1.0-liter gasoline engine (67 h.p.) and an electric motor with a power 136 h.p. and a maximum torque of 320Nm. The function of the combustion unit is only to generate electricity that is stored in a 18-kW/h lithium-ion battery, full load in household contact takes about 6 hours. With a fully charged battery and chock full tank concept BlueZERO E-CELL PLUS targets can travel 600 kilometers., Of which 100 kilometers. only the energy in the battery. Moreover, the vehicle accelerates from 0-100 km / h. less than 11sec but its maximum speed limit of 150 kilometers an electronic / h.