The Rinspeed MicroMax EV is a revolutionary electric mini-sized bus that's been hailed the perfect urban system. It combines Cloud Technology with real time navigation functions (not that we need this... why follow rules.. those are not meant for me) while balancing between the functions of personal and public transportation.
Needless to say, the Swiss-made vehicle uses the best available technology, with infotainment company Harman taking care of both the inside and outside gadgets, Linde Material Handling's forklift drive system powering the vehicle, and wheel experts AEZ designing a shovel-like openings guide to cool the wheel hub motor. AEZ was also responsible for the placement of the centrally located motor, hereby allowing for a flat floor which is perfect for standing passengers.
Rinspeed is a Swiss tuner and auto designer known for imaginative concepts. the electric-powered microcar maximizes available space. The vehicle is perfect for short distance transportation which requires a modern ride share center that is web-based or Smartphone-based. Price is rumored to be kept South of US$13,000.
To give pedestrians the best possible clues, Harman synthetically generates engine sound which always reflect current engine load, engine speed and vehicle speed. So, I could theoretically load up the sound file of Pete's 762 cubic inch Hemi powered Sonny Leonard engine. Now wouldn't that be cool!
Seeing that the majority of our community are considered light weight and need to travel long distances, between 5-10 km's, the MicroMax would be better suited for public transportation in downtown Punda and Otrobanda, as well as the tourist areas of Salinja, Bapor Kibra, Jan Thiel, Caracasbaai, and Westpunt.
Local officials, take notice.
Thanks for reading.
Source: Rinspeed, Jalopnik, and Wikipedia.
Photo credit: Rinspeed
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