FYI, I was digging through some Tesla info, it has no gears either. But it does have lots of torque down low w/gear reduction and a wide rpm range.
1. Single speed
2. 0-60 in 4 seconds
3. claimed 160mpg equivelant
4. ~230 mile range (lithium ion)
5. top speed 125 mph (electronically limited)
6. 2723 lbs, fully charged
Battery: 6,831 standard 18650 Lithium-Ion cells (400volt system)
Motor: 3-phase, 4-pole AC motor - unique design
215 kW @ 7,000 rpm (288 bhp)
Max torque (350 Nm) at zero rpm, max speed 13,500 rpm
Weighs 50 kg
Transmission
Single speed double reduction bespoke transmission
Reverse? - reverse motor direction!