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http://www.dailytech.com/Lightning+Car+Company+Reveals+700+HP+Electric+Sports+Car/article10998.htm

It looks as though another all-electric vehicle is about to enter the fray -- Lightning Car Company (LCC) last week unveiled its Lightning GT. The British car company said that at least one model of its Lightning GT will have roughly 700 HP available on tap from a Hi-Pa Drive electric powertrain (consisting of four 120 kW permanent magnet brushless motors) and 36 kW NanoSafe battery system -- torque figures should also be quite lofty for the vehicle given the intense twisting force available with electric motors.

The high-performance version of the Lightning GT will dash to 60 MPH in less than 4 seconds. LCC claims that a less powerful, extended-range model will have a driving range of 250 miles -- expect the range for the 700 HP version to be far less.

The sleek Lightning GT will feature a lightweight body constructed of Kevlar composites and carbon fiber. The vehicle features a tubular spaceframe backbone chassis, while 20" cast aluminum wheels connect to the independent front and rear suspension.

LCC is currently taking £15,000 ($30,000 USD) deposits for those looking to get their hands on a Lightning GT. The full price for the vehicle is reported to be in the $300,000 USD range -- about three times that of the Tesla Roadster.
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...and it actually looks cool!

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Nice! looks like a cross between a Jag and an Aston Martin.
 
For those who don't know. Electric cars are not only more cost efficient and better for the environment. But they also destroy cars with combustion engines in acceleration and top speed.

With that amount of Horse power, i think it'll accelerate to 60 in less than 4 seconds, and it'll easily be the King of the road.
 
Anttaru said:
For those who don't know. Electric cars are not only more cost efficient and better for the environment. But they also destroy cars with combustion engines in acceleration and top speed.

With that amount of Horse power, i think it'll accelerate to 60 in less than 4 seconds, and it'll easily be the King of the road.
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Lol... King of the Road. Ok.

It looks like someone smashed an Aston Martin and a Cunningham together, not surprising since it's a UK based company. Could use a new rear end treatment. Takes a very elegant line and turns it into a bar of soap.

Unfortunately, I would never... NEVER buy an electric performance car. Yes, they may be environment friendly, but I don't dish out 300k to buy a wind up toy. Give me a F430 Scuderia, Porsche GT2, Aston Martin Vanquish... hell... give me 80k to buy an Audi S4. The exhaust note is enough to make me take these cars in a heartbeat.

And popping the hood, and seeing a bunch of battery cells... would be instant limp dick.
 
Sanoske said:
Lol... King of the Road. Ok.

It looks like someone smashed an Aston Martin and a Cunningham together, not surprising since it's a UK based company. Could use a new rear end treatment. Takes a very elegant line and turns it into a bar of soap.

Unfortunately, I would never... NEVER buy an electric performance car. Yes, they may be environment friendly, but I don't dish out 300k to buy a wind up toy. Give me a F430 Scuderia, Porsche GT2, Aston Martin Vanquish... hell... give me 80k to buy an Audi S4. The exhaust note is enough to make me take these cars in a heartbeat.

And popping the hood, and seeing a bunch of battery cells... would be instant limp dick.
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That's mainly the reason why they are coming out with Dream Car type models.



In comparison the electric car will pay for itself. 250 miles per charge. Will cost you less than $2

Another car company called "Zap" claims to have a battery that can charge in 10 minutes and does the same distance as the Tesla Roadster. This is also a non sports model they are developing as well. So afford ability is what it's about.

Vs. Porsche


Now a 700 HP model electric car would more than make up for it's weight. I don't think it's even smart to make one that strong.
 
Yea, you missed the point of my post. By a lot.

Like I said, electric cars(in whatever performance tier) are all well and good, but I would never drive one.

jazper said:
Corrected for Pimpness :wink:
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Doh, I was thinking of the RS4 when I typed that. Shame on me.
 
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Sanoske said:
Doh, I was thinking of the RS4 when I typed that. Shame on me.
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NO NO Sanoske.. Shame on me, Sharpe is right.. RS6 Avant/Estate defines Pimpness :ph34r:


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I want that to be my grocery getter..
 
Fuck electric cars. I'mma use my gas powered environment destroyer cause I'm not a hippy.
 
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