mini e: your chance to test drive the electric mini cooper
October 18th, 2008 comments (5) stumble it! digg it! by: technabob
MINI today announced that they’ll be giving up to 500 test drivers the opportunity to test drive the new no-carbon footprint electric MINI E before it’s released.
The diminutive 3-door MINI E is powered by a 100% electric motor (hybrids are for wusses), and still manages to go from 0 to 62 mph (100 km/h) in about 8.5 seconds. While a top speed of 95 mph (152 km/h) isn’t going to break any world records, it’s plenty for anyone who doesn’t spend much time on the autobahn or the race track.
The car gets its juice from over 5,000 individual power cells, joined together to form a single composite battery. At peak, the motor can crank out 204-horsepower and 162 ft/lb of torque – not too shabby for an electric car.
With a cruising range of 150 miles (appx. 240 km), the MINI E should be fine for heading back and forth to the office, grocery, or any other short haul local destination.
If you live in Southern California, New York City or New Jersey, you could be selected to be one of the lucky early test drivers. For your chance to test out the new MINI E, head on over to MINI Space and fill out the form for more information on applying.
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tags: batterycardriveelectricenergygreenminimini cooperpower
October 18th, 2008 comments (5): stumble it! digg it! by: technabob
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would really love to drive one of these… even in a test
I drive a minimum of 150 miles a week just traveling to work and back. The traffic environment is heavy stop and go Los Angeles.
I have an impeccable driving record. I see a lot of Mini’s around and love the look and wondered about them and certainly would consider purchasing one since the price of our gasoline is one of the highest in the nation. Thank-you Jana L McKinney
I work as an outside sales person for NAPA Auto Parts. This would give us a great opportunity to not only test drive the Mini Cooper E, but also promote the vehicle as well.
I would love the opportunity to be part of your test program also for my own information in considering to become an owner as well.
Thank You
Ron Anderson
714-321-0197
Brea, CA. 92821
Where do I sign up?
http://www.miniusa.com/minie-usa/