in 2017 could begin the era of electric cars in the United States. Then should come on the market, which have a range of 200 miles and cost less than $ 40,000 at least two battery-powered cars.
In addition to Tesla Motors, that works on Model 3, a leading battery manufacturer brings in position. “We definitely are working on a vehicle with a range of 200 miles, which is expected to cost 30,000 to 35,000 dollars,” said Prabhakar Patil, CEO of LG Chem Power. The company is the research division of the South Korean battery manufacturer and has its headquarters in the United States.
About in 2017 could provide the company, the manager himself confidently. More than one car manufacturer was interested in the technology. He did not name names. In all probability heard General Motors to the interested parties.
GM already refers batteries from LG Chem for its hybrid vehicle Chevrolet Volt. The Group plans to bring an electric vehicle with a range of 200 miles for $ 30,000 on the market.
A spokesman for GM said the project is proceeding according to plan. Details on timing he would not name. Former CEO Dan Akerson had spoken of such a vehicle for the first time last year.
The two already standing in the showrooms GM-Stromer, the Volt and Spark, create a maximum of 85 miles on a battery charge. A completely revised Volt announced last week for 2015 GM. The model is on the market since late 2010.
So far, Tesla has the supremacy in electric vehicles with long range, and can demand high prices. Analysts at Deutsche Bank have therefore promoted the title. The shares climbed then on Monday near its recent highs.
Tesla offers because currently the only electric vehicle with 200 miles of range on. The Model S is available from $ 71,000. According to experts, is expected to cost at least $ 15,000 but the battery pack. Tesla wants to reduce the cost of batteries by 30 percent. Should contribute to the joint production with Panasonic in a mega factory. 2017 will then bring a vehicle for $ 35,000 on the market that runs 200 miles far Tesla.
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