- Something that is low to the ground, handles, is aerodynamic (I'm talking Cd: 0.15 or less. Normal-looking sedans like the Lexus LS 460 are already at 0.26!), comfortable, and looks sporty.
- Preferably a sexy metallic red or a matte-black colour to defy the 'silly electric car' stereotype.
- A battery pack that can charge 60% in 1 hour and a full 100% charge in no more than 6 (if laptops and camcorders can do it in a few minutes, an electric car shouldn't be more than a few hours, max).
- dual motors independently connected to each drive wheel, eliminating heavy differentials and lowering centre of gravity.
- 30-60 minutes and/or 100 kilometres between charges
- Be able to reach a cruising speed of 110-km/h for an extended period of time
- Has a small, durable gasoline engine used for a 'reserve' power source in case of an transportation emergency (an electric motor malfunction or needing to go on a road trip). However, this engine would be so small that a driver would prefer to use the electric power before resorting to gas. The electric and gasoline power plants should also be completely independent from one another.
- Has regenerative breaking and a few supplemental solar panels
- other than the above features, very bare-bones equipped. No A/C, no power-(insert item here), etc.
- a price tag of less than $25,000(US)
I guess if you want something done right, you've got to do it yourself
