The Reva Electric Car Company (RECC) announces lithium-ion electric car for Europe: Reva L-ion

The Reva Electric Car Company (RECC) has announced the launch of the Reva L-ion – a new electric vehicle powered by lithium-ion batteries. Based on the earlier Reva-i platform, the Reva L-ion had been in development for the last two years. The car can travel 120km on one full charge and has a top speed of 80km/h. And the best part is, with RECC’s fast charge station, the Reva L-ion batteries can be 90% charged in just one hour.

‘With the Reva-i and Reva L-ion, we are now able to offer a choice of performance options to suit commuter needs and preferences. The introduction of fast charge stations really opens up the market to reach new customers and increase the availability of EVs. Local authorities and businesses can now create the charging and parking infrastructure necessary to make zero-emission personal transport an everyday reality,’ says Chetan Maini, RECC's deputy chairman and chief technology officer.

Starting in February this year, the Reva L-ion will be available in Norway, UK, France, Cyprus, Greece, Spain, Belgium and Ireland. Customers will have the option of outright purchase or battery leasing, with prices to be announced at the end of this month.

Published January 6th 2009

Source: India Automotive

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