Peraves Monotracer MTE-150 Heads to Production With 200-HP – Videos
The Progressive Insurance Automotive X Prize was a global competition that awarded $10-million to three teams that were able to build cars that achieved at least 100-MPGe in real world driving. One of the top three of the competition in 2010 was the E-Tracer 7009, which will now be making its way to production as the Monotracer MTE-150.
The two-seating two-wheeler has a Kevlar monocoque cabin cycle and the production model will feature a third generation drivetrain system from AC Propulsion with 200-hp. In addition, the prize money went to refining the interior of the hand-crafted MTE-150.
According to Peraves’ CEO Roger Riedener, the MTE-150 can get an astonishing 525-MPGe if driven at a steady 45-mph. And if you don’t do a steady 45-mph? The company claims even in more realistic driving environments, the MTE-150 is capable of averaging 350-MPGe. It has about a 200-mile range and apparently can hit 60-mph in less than 5 seconds.
The company hopes to bring one of its production models to America, and more specifically California to hopefully give prospective buyers a closer look.
Watch a series of videos about the Monotracer MTE-150 below.
[Source: CNet]
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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