Hyundai unveils BlueOn, its first pure electric vehicle
By Andrew, 09 Sep, 2010. 0 Comments
Hyundai Blueon Full Speed Electric Vehicle (FSEV)
Hyundai unveiled today its first electric car and is set to start mass production of these vehicles in 2012. Dubbed BlueOn, the new car is based on the Hyundai i10 and is powered by batteries made by SK Energy which have a capacity of 16.4 kilowatts per hour.
The BlueOn has a range of run 87 miles (140 km) on a single charge and a top speed of 80 mph. It can be recharged using a 220V household power or a 380V industrial-strength power, which promises quick recharging speeds. The car features a compact body with a length of 3,585 mm, width of 1,595 mm and height of 1,540 mm. The Korean manufacturer announced that it will produce and deliver a small number of these vehicles to the government’s agencies this year and next, before it will start sales to the public in 2012.
Hyundai wants to build over 2,500 units until this model will officially go on sale. "We are taking a baby step. There is no infrastructure such as charging stations in Korea and many other countries," said a Hyundai spokesman. Due to the fact that it is silent, the BlueOn will feature a virtual engine sound system, which will create an artificial sound in order to protect the pedestrians.
“Consumers’ interests and demand for eco-friendly cars are rising and securing such advanced technology is critical in becoming an industry leader. Hyundai is dedicated to reducing its carbon footprint and satisfying market needs,” said Dr. Hyun-Soon Lee, Vice Chairman of Hyundai’s Corporate R&D Center.
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