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On October 7th,\u00a0classic car manufacturer\u00a0RBW\u00a0revealed the pre-production model of their stylish electric classic roadster.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

The RBW EV Roadster was inspired by the 1960s MGB Roadster<\/a>. They have taken the classic, elegant design while delivering enhancements to meet the modern world.\u00a0British Motor Heritage created a brand-new heritage body shell for the EV Roadster and under the hood is a patented power drivetrain system that took three years to develop.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Together with Continental Engineering Services (CES) and\u00a0Zytek\u00a0Automotive, RBW has worked to bring to life founder Peter Swain\u2019s vision of a vehicle that has the beauty and elegance of a classic\u00a0car, but\u00a0is equipped with modern electric engineering.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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\u201cOur patented system places the electric motor at the rear of the car and Hyperdrive Innovation\u2019s lithium-ion battery technology under the bonnet, which gives perfectly balanced weight distribution. Not only does this give the driver much better handling of the car, retaining that sports car feel, but it also affords maximum battery volume to be housed.”\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\r\nManaging Director, Peter Swain<\/cite><\/blockquote>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

The RBW roadster has a custom-made front and rear suspension, all independent employing coil-over damper technology around the vehicle, an OEM developed brake discs and calipers, and\u00a0Regen\u00a0braking. To ensure maintenance-free usage, it’s equipped with the latest generation of hub design and wheel bearing technology.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

There are only 30 initial examples that have been produced, and the limited-edition, hand-crafted models\u00a0have been developed with high-quality performance levels of noise and vibrations. Over the past 20 years, CES has gathered knowledge in optimizing Noise Vibration Harshness (NVH) in such cars, particularly the difficulties caused by the replacement of an internal combustion engine with an electric drivetrain\u2013 this has been implemented in the RBW Roadster to guarantee a satisfying experience during pull-away, city-traffic, cruising and active driving.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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The multi-function dashboard display combines driver gauges as well as safety diagnostic symbols\u00a0in a simplified graphic interface created around safe and smooth operation whilst driving.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

RBW also added a\u00a0Wi-Fi\u00ae enabled, built-in navigation system from Pioneer. Other features include an HDMI input to mirror smartphones, an SD Card slot, Dual USB slots, and gold-plated RCA connectors to provide the best audio quality achievable.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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\u201cWhat is even more exciting for us is that the RBW System and architecture can be installed into other body shells such as Austin Healey, Jaguar E-Type, Mini, and many more. Each car can be built to the clients\u2019 personal specification and requirements. The opportunities are endless and therefore safeguards the future of classic motoring,\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\r\nPeter Swain<\/cite><\/blockquote>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Prototrim<\/a>, with more than 100 years of experience in trim development, designed the interior of the car.\u00a0The highest level of craftsmanship and care was delivered to the EV Roadster, producing an exquisite interior.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Future models are already being developed with a fixed head GT version that is due for release in 2021, as well as a second RBW electric recreation.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

RBW are currently bringing the car to clients for a\u00a0Covid-free test drive. Orders are now being taken\u00a0with production scheduled for early 2021, with the starting price of \u00a390,000 plus taxes, and an initial deposit of \u00a35,000. \u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

More information regarding this car can be found at RBW EV Classic Cars<\/a><\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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