Aptera 2e
The Aptera was designed from the ground up as an electric vehicle, and later as an extended range electric vehicle. After building the... proof-of-concept Mk-0, we hired the automotive design firm, 'eleven', to help us further develop the concept vehicle. The 'eleven' team, led by Jason Hill and Nathan Armstrong, made great strides in the development of the Aptera's body styling, interior design, and structural engineering. Meanwhile, we refined the Aptera's shape to maximize efficiency using CFD , developed and built advanced suspension and drivetrain components, and integrated a strong yet lightweight composite shell. Our entire process has been developed in-house exclusively by Aptera for the Aptera Typ-1. Our structural elements have undergone countless revisions of FEA to be lightweight, robust, and manufacturable.December 29, 2008 The already unmistakable Aptera 2e three-wheeler is continuing to evolve as it approaches its promised 2009 release with the latest development being the introduction of front-wheel drive to replace the original belt-driven rear wheel set-up. Front-wheel drive will now be used in all production vehicles with the company citing improved traction, stability and greater efficiency at high-speed as the key reasons for making the switch. The change to front-wheel drive will also give the Aptera-2e increased durability, better noise insulation and more room for cargo over the previous configuration 1. Better weight distribution, which, in turn, maximizes stability 2. Improved traction during acceleration and in inclement weather wet conditions 3. More efficiency at higher speeds 4. Increased durability during the life of the vehicle 5. Improved noise insulation 6. Increased rear cargo space Aptera 2e Specifications:Dimensions:53" high x 91.0" wide x 173" long111" wheelbase80.5" front track.Other specs:0.15 Coefficient of drag5" ground clearance1500 lbs curb wt.Electric motor torque: 60FtLb torque110v 15A charge time: 8 hrs.Battery output: 10-13 KWh battery pack.
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