Pickup trucks, Luxury and rugged SUVs, Next-Generation Smart Devices on Wheels…
I’ve been reading about several new electric vehicle manufacturers that are readying their new products for market. It’s not likely you’re heard of many of these companies. Their products all seem to be targeting a specific market and are not necessarily in competition with one another.
These vehicles are not cheap but are impressive in terms of their evolving technology. Most can go 400+ miles between charges, can be controlled with a proprietary app on your mobile phone and have dedicated electric motors for each wheel (quad-motor system) allowing for rapid acceleration and incredible driving control.
See a list of these manufactures below. I’ve included parts of their mission statement to help understand the target market for their vehicles.
RIVIAN
Electric Adventure Vehicles
Plymouth MI
Rivian R1T base price: $69,000
Rivian R1S base price: $72,500
https://www.rivian.com
“Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. We believe there is a more responsible way to explore the world and are determined to make the transition to sustainable transportation an exciting one. We designed our emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles to challenge what’s possible. We hope they inspire you to do the same.”
BOLLINGER
Reinventing Trucks Not Just Electrifying Them
Ferndale MI
Bollinger B1 base price: $125,000
Bollinger B2 base price: $125,000
https://www.bollingermotors.com
“Bollinger trucks are the only Class 3 electric trucks on the planet. From the ground up, the dream was to build something that didn’t exist. We’ve taken our time and not over-promised anything. We’re engineers making electric 4×4 trucks – clean and simple, built to last. Nothing frivolous, nothing unnecessary. All electric. All aluminum. All wheel drive. And we’re building them right here in Detroit.”
BYTON
The First Premium Electric SUV With An Encapsulating Interior Experience As Rich As The World It Travels
Nanjing, China
https://www.byton.com
“Our philosophy is simple – make your user experience amazing, so we’re designing our vehicle around this vision. More than just another electric car, we’re creating the next – generation smart device on wheels to seamlessly connect your digital life and make your time on the move more enjoyable.”
LUCID
Uncompromised Luxury
Newark CA
Base model price: $80,000
https://lucidmotors.com
“We set out to create a car that elevates the human experience and transcends the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. A car that is intuitive, liberating, and designed for all the ways people get around.”
BLOG POST UPDATE September 22, 2020:
LUCID Press Release, September 9, 2020:
Lucid Motors Unveils Lucid Air, the World’s Most Powerful and Efficient Luxury Electric Sedan
LUCID AIR webpage:
Lucid Air
LORDSTOWN MOTORS
The World’s First All Electirc Commercial Pickup
Lordstown, Ohio
Base model price: $52,500
https://lordstownmotors.com/
“Lordstown Motors Corp. designs and manufactures electric vehicles that revolutionize the way work gets done. The vehicles we build reduce burdensome costs, provide functional style for today’s job sites, and act as an extension of the worker—smarter, safer and more productive.”
CANOO
The First Premium Electric SUV With An Encapsulating Interior Experience As Rich As The World It Travels
Torrance CA
https://www.canoo.com
“Canoo’s membership is flexible. A single all-inclusive monthly payment with no long-term commitment and the car is yours. Return. Resume anytime.”
Hey there! Thanks for reading this far! As a reward (I don’t really think it’s a reward considering the manufacturer and vehicle) below find a link to, guess what, the first ever GMC Hummer EV. YIKES!
GMC
Zero Limits Looks Like This – The First Ever GMC Hummer EV
Detroit MI
https://www.gmc.com/electric-truck/hummer-ev
“The First Ever GMC HUMMER EV has zero limits, and our open-air design provides powerful proof. For the unique open-air experience, easily remove the four roof panels and front T-bar to let the world in. We’ll continue to keep you informed as we prepare to show the world our revolutionary all-electric, zero emissions, zero limits super truck.”
SOURCES AND ADDITIONAL READING:
The Age of Electric Cars Is Dawning Ahead of Schedule
New Breed of Pickups Mixes Horsepower and Battery Power
Two New Cars, Designed From the Inside Out
Luxury Cars Go Sustainable From the Inside Out
The Pandemic Will Permanently Change the Auto Industry
Hello, this is Lawrence Hoffman I am an environmental advocate living in Los Angeles. This is my blog, where I post my things that are important to me including issues concerning the environment, travel and photography.