Electric Cars Facts

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Unless you’ve been living under a rock these past couple of years, chances are you’ve heard about the growing trend of going green with cars. With each new season, there are more and more electric and hybrid vehicle startup companies coming into play. Here’s a list of five of some of the most promising EV companies to watch out for this upcoming year.

 

Tesla Motors – The Roadster

Tesla is by far the most publicized and hyped electric car company in town. Its Roadster is an all-electric speed machine with a top speed of 125 miles per hour and a range of 221 miles. First released back in 2008, Tesla’s EV luxury sports car is set at a base price of $98,000.

 

Think – City

A company that was well established even before it started developing green technology, Think is based in Norway and has been expanding to other industrial countries ever since. Their electric City vehicle is priced at an economical $16,000 for U.S. models. Its range is 112 miles and has a top speed of 62 mph.

 

Fly Bo – 6000/2

The 6000/2 bears a strong resemblance to the iconic Smart Car. It is produced and manufactured in China and distributed by the Spark company in the United States. The price is at an accessible $10,000. Fly Bo’s EV is an ideal local commute car with a range of 60 miles and a top speed of just 35 mph.

 

Myers Motors – NmG (No more Gas)

Aside from its clever acronym, the NmG is unique in its three-wheeled design and room for only one lone passenger. It may look like an odd thing on the road to you, but it’s been quite the popular showcase at car shows. The price tag starts at $35,000.

 

Venturi – Fetish

Yet another high end electric sports car, the Fetish by Venturi will be giving the Tesla Roadster some well-deserved competition. Watch out for pricey labor costs if you invest in a Fetish though. Venturi is in the process of developing two more models, the Eclectic and the Astrolab. Range for the Fetish is 155 miles and top speed is 100 mph.