Eco Cars: All-electric Bowler Raptor is a green way to find new roads

Anupam JollyJul 28 2009

Eco Factor: Zero-emission off-road car powered by electricity.

With their massive engines trying to eat up dirt, off-roaders are mainly associated with pollution and emissions. Car designer Ryan Skelley of Sunbeam Tiger fame has thrilled us again with a true off-roader that runs on clean electricity. The Bowler Raptor, as the vehicle has been christened, takes inspiration from both modern architecture and superbikes.

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The aggressively styled vehicle features functional body panels, which are held on by easily accessible hex-head bolts that can easily be replaced if damaged. The car is designed with an exposed carbon fiber chassis, which is designed to heighten the sense of speed and bring the occupants closer to the action.

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The alloy wheels of the car are designed to match the aesthetics of the bodywork. The tire and the wheel rim are designed to interlock with each other, giving the much needed strength to the machine. The car is designed to be powered by two lithium-titanate batteries, which fuel a next-gen Siemens electric motor coupled to a single speed transaxle.