Nearly 40 percent want to buy electric car
According to a recent study by market research firm on behalf of Aris IT industry association Bitkom plan about 40 percent of Germans may buy an electric car. One in three people would only buy an electric vehicle when the price is not greater than a normal car. Similar equipment, range and places offered to do more than 14 percent of Germans condition. A large majority, although 55 per cent, however, have spoken out against an electric car.
In the age group of 30 to 49 years old consumers, it is the opposite, and although it is conceivable for 60 percent to buy a kind of environmentally friendly vehicle. "The market potential for electric cars is here. In addition to an appropriate range of vehicles is needed now above all an intelligent network for traffic control and power distribution, "said Prof. Dr. August-Wilhelm Scheer, president of the Bitkom. The claim of the Bavarian Environment Minister Markus Sader (CSU) for a tax exemption for electric cars is welcomed by the Bitkom. According to the plans of the federal government should be out by 2020, already a million electric vehicles on the roads.
Valmet Automotive - electric car concept introduced Eva
The Finnish car manufacturer Valmet Automotive, presented during the Geneva Motor Show its electric car concept Eva public. The environmentally friendly vehicle offers space for four people, and according to the manufacturer a range of 160 kilometers have. Top speed is reportedly at 120 km / h. The electric motor is from Axco engine and has no gearbox. The base is made of aluminum and a modular design so that the body can be adjusted according to vehicle models.
Currently, a series production of the very innovative electric vehicle concept, Eva is not provided. The vehicle is the Navteq navigation system is integrated and the drivers always choose the most economical route. In addition, the navigation system can guide the driver according to his wish next charging station where the vehicle can be recharged with new energy. The design of the Valmet Automotive Eva looks like a Fiat 500 or Ford Fiesta. If the electric car still be made, it would certainly achieve good sales.
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