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I can't get enough of this interior.. Kevin any feasibility of making a console piece like this with HVAC control relocation? Tablets are pretty cheap now and one could...
Rick F. replied:
Turns out it does have a gear box: The SP:01’s electric motor is rated at 201 hp and 166 lb-ft of torque, turning the rear wheels through a four-speed manual transmission. Detroit Electric says the manual transmission is used to make best use of the m otor’s instant maximum torque. The gearbox houses fifth and sixth gears, but Detroit Electric says they aren’t needed and are blocked off. There’s also no need to depress the clutch when launching or stopping -- the electric motor just stops -- only to change gears on the fly. The company says first gear is good for around-town driving, second gear will take the car up to 60 mph and only above that speed are third and fourth required.
Vincent C. replied:
BTW this looks like a good option for those that are interested in such stuff -- but at double din size I'm sure it won't fit in the Lotus - http://www.roadandtrack.com/.../the-parrot-rbn6-head.../
Tyler W. replied:
Parth Patel just looks like one, it's just a gear selector
Tyler W. replied:
Rick Flashman now that you mention it that's very odd… Unless it has a transmission for some reason I don't know how you can even simulate shifts on an electric car