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When it comes to electric vehicles, there are few shops doing it better than Irvine-based startup Alpha Motor Corporation. Following in the footsteps of the impressive vehicle known as the ACE Electric Coupe is the Alpha…
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Australia’s Alauda just pulled the covers off something awesomely wacky, a full-sized, fully-operational flying electric race car. It’s called the Airspeeder Mk3, and it will actually enter a race this year. Its frame uses a…
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Not everyone can or wants to drop thousands on a fancy e-bike. The folks at Brooklyn-based CLIP wants to bring e-biking to the masses with their new portable motor that attaches and detaches to your…
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We’ve come along way since electric vehicles were considered impossible due to the technical limitations at the time. Currently, the industry mas more than we can sink our teeth into, which is why manufacturers make it a point to stand out. Even two-wheeled transportation is switching over to battery power, which is exciting. Kicking off 2021, SONDORS is sharing details about its Metacycle that comes with a frame unlike any other.
Manufacturers know that they need to create something that is visually appealing to draw our attention. With the Metacycle, SONDORS is doing just that courtesy of its unique frame. The result is a retrofuturistic aesthetic that’s just awesome. Unlike traditional configurations, engineers and designers have more leeway when it comes to a lot of aspects.
For example, you can see that the frame of the Metacycle sports a huge cutout. On a regular bike, this is where one would normally find the fuel tank. What follows would then be the engine right under and. Instead, SONDORS cleverly uses the space to house the battery and shave off some weight without compromising the ride’s structural integrity.
SONDORS is optimizing the “exo-frame” and adding extras owners will love. A hollow section just above the ergonomic saddle functions as a compartment for wirelessly charging compatible devices. The transparent cover allows you to check for any notifications.
The 72V 4,000 Whr battery operates the PMAC hub motor to push the Metacycle up to speeds of 80 mph. Meanwhile, range on a full charge should be around 80 miles. You can get it in three colorways: Naked Silver, Arctic, and Supermassive. The latter would be our go-to choice for the awesome all-black stain finish.
Images courtesy of SONDORS
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The electric vehicle scene has is seeing new startups aiming for the big leagues. Of course, Tesla remains the gold standard in the industry, but the competition could eventually catch up if Elon Musk’s group fail to regularly innovate. Lucid Motors recently caused a stir when its all-electric sedan – the Air – debuted with remarkable features. Now, Alpha Motor Corporation is considering a retrofuturistic aesthetic for the ACE. Not only that, the group also plans to offer it at a more affordable price point.
Everyone knows that it is difficult to properly strike a balance between features and quality when price is a factor. It’s common for manufacturers to cut corners just to keep cost manageable and still make a decent profit. This is what the company headquartered in Irvine, California needs to consider before they take order for the ACE.
We are impressed as to how Alpha Motor Corporation managed to pull off the design. If one does not know about the zero-emission powertrain of the ACE, it will pass off as one classy restomod. The engineers went with a two-seater coupe configuration. It has 14 cubic feet of cargo space, which should be enough for a couple of suitcases and more.
The ACE comes in a “Blue Seraph” coat which is a bespoke shade of metallic silver. If not for the large infotainment display on the dash, the interior could pass off as that of a vintage car. Alpha Motor Corporation claims the sporty rear-wheel-drive EV can manage a range of 250 miles on a single charge. Testing also shows a 0-60 mph sprint of about six seconds.
Images courtesy of Alpha Motor Corporation
