Morgan introduces electric concept sports car

Date: 8/3/2012

Morgan has built a new electric sports car that aims to show how low-carbon vehicles can still be good to drive.

The Plus E features a 70kW (94bhp) 300Nm electric engine from Zytek and has a lightweight aluminium platform chassis with a five-speed manual gearbox.

Although it is currently only a concept motor, it could come into production if there is enough demand.

There is also a multi-speed transmission to help the vehicle use energy in a more efficient way, especially when it is travelling at high speeds.

"The Plus E combines Morgan's traditional look with high-technology construction and a powertrain that delivers substantial torque instantly at any speed," said the company's Operations Manager Steve Morris.

He added that the motor is "fantastic" to drive

Next Green Car's Zap-Map recently revealed there has been an increase in the number of electric vehicle charging points in the UK, as there are now around 2,000 up and down the country.

Posted by Nick Anderson