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7 Most Expensive Electric Cars In The World Include Batmobile Inspired Dark Knight

December 6, 2024 The Silo Leave a comment

While EVs are known mainly as environmentally friendly offerings, this list proves not all things with electric motors on four wheels are created equal.

1a. Automobili Pininfarina B95: $4.7 Million usd/ $6.67 Million cad

Topping the list is the Pininfarina B95, the world’s most expensive electric car at $4.7 million usd. Limited to just 10 units, the B95 blends breathtaking performance with unmatched luxury. With a top speed of 186 mph and acceleration from 0 to 62 mph in under two seconds, it’s as fast as it is exclusive. Crafted for collectors, the B95 epitomizes automotive luxury in the EV era.

1b. Automobili Pininfarina Battista B95 Dark Knight $4.2 Million usd/ $5.94 Million cad

Celebrating 85 years of Batman, this hypercar is meticulously crafted as the ultimate inspiration for Bruce Wayne’s conquest against darkness. The Battista Dark Knight emerges blending superhero mystique with high-performance luxury. Dark Knight transforms the elegant, pure-electric Battista into its most formidable version yet, Furiosa. Featuring never-previously-seen bespoke enhancements and aggressive styling, it showcases the pinnacle of Automobili Pininfarina’s dynamic design and craftsmanship.

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2. Aspark Owl: $3.1 Million usd/ $4.4 Million cad

Hailing from the Land of the Rising Sun, the Aspark Owl takes electric speed to another level with a claimed top speed of 260 mph and a 0-60 mph time of 1.72 seconds. Its all-carbon-fiber body minimizes weight while maximizing aerodynamics. Limited to 50 units, the Owl’s exclusivity matches its $3.1 million usd price tag. A recent evolution of the model reached a record-breaking 272 mph, solidifying its place as one of the fastest EVs ever.

3. NIO EP9: $3 Million usd/ $4.25 Million cad

China’s NIO EP9 stands out with its focus on aerodynamics and track performance. With an active rear wing and 5,395 pounds of downforce at 150 mph, the EP9 excels on the racetrack. Its four motors enable a 0-124 mph sprint in just 7.1 seconds, and its innovative battery-swapping system adds convenience. Limited to 50 units, the EP9 costs $3 million usd and showcases NIO’s technical expertise.

4.Lotus Evija: $2.3 Million usd/ $3.25 Million cad

The Lotus Evija aims to redefine what an electric hypercar can achieve, delivering 1,973 horsepower from its four motors. Its lightweight design, with a curb weight of just 3,704 pounds, emphasizes performance, while a range of 250 miles ensures practicality. A special Fittipaldi edition pays homage to Lotus’s racing legacy, featuring even greater power and exclusivity. At $2.3 million, the Evija remains a pinnacle of British engineering.

5. Pininfarina Battista: $2.25 Million usd/ $3.18 Million cad

We mentioned the Batman version above already but the ‘base model’ Automobili Pininfarina’s Battista is an electrified masterpiece, blending exquisite design with awe-inspiring performance. With a combined output of 1,900 horsepower from four motors, the Battista rockets from 0 to 62 mph in just 1.86 seconds. Its 120 kWh battery allows fast charging to 80% in 25 minutes, and its carbon fiber construction optimizes agility. Priced at $2.25 million, this Italian creation is limited to 150 units.

6. Rimac Nevera: $2.2 Million usd/ $3.11 Million cad

Croatia’s Rimac Nevera has rewritten the record books, claiming the title of the world’s fastest EV with a top speed of 258 mph. Its four motors generate 1,813 horsepower, enabling blistering acceleration and exceptional handling. With only 150 units produced, each priced at $2.2 million, the Nevera is a true collector’s item. A special Time Attack variant, priced at over $3 million usd , adds even more exclusivity to an already rare hypercar.

7. Deus Vayanne: $2 Million usd/ $2.83 Million cad

The Deus Vayanne debuted at the 2022 New York Auto Show, boasting a staggering 2,243 horsepower thanks to its tri-motor setup. Designed in Austria, produced in Italy, and electrified in the UK, this hypercar achieves a balance of power and elegance. Its unique infinity-loop-inspired grille complements an interior lined with sustainable materials. With a range of 310 miles and a limited production run of 99 units, the Vayanne offers exclusivity at $2 million.

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Culture

Sir Elton John Lists Atlanta Condo

September 26, 2023 The Silo Leave a comment

I bet you did not know these facts from our friends at toptenrealestatedeals.com : British singer-pianist-composer Elton John is the most successful solo artist in the history of the Billboard charts, with more than 50 number-one hits, seven number-one albums, and over 300 million in record sales.

He has received two Oscars, a Tony, a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and a knighthood from Queen Elizabeth II. The revered artist has recently completed his final tour, Farewell Yellow Brick Road, which became the highest-grossing concert series of all time.

Now moving permanently to his Windsor, England estate, he is offering the Atlanta condo that has been his US base for thirty years for sale at $4,995,000 usd / $6,744,249 cad.

John originally purchased a duplex on the 36th floor of the luxurious Park Place high-rise tower in Atlanta’s Buckhead neighborhood for $925,000 usd/ $1,248,935 cad, then added five neighboring units over the years to construct his 13,300 square-foot, four-bed, seven-bath residence spanning two floors.

The meticulously designed home features stunning wood walls, floor-to-ceiling windows, and 360 degrees of city skyline and western canopy views.

Transportation

England’s EV Commercial Truck Earns Grants For Urban Deliveries

March 9, 2023 The Silo 1 Comment

Tilbury, England. March 2023: British electric vehicle manufacturer Tevva has secured government plug-in truck grant (PITrG) eligibility for its 7.5t battery-electric truck. UK organizations looking to decarbonize operations and future-proof their fleets will benefit from a potential £16,000 ($26,260 CAD) discount, removed from the purchase price by Tevva. The current maximum Canadian EV amount is $5,000CAD.

To be eligible for the grant, N2 vehicles :trucks that weigh between 5-12 tonnes must have a CO2 emissions figure of at least 50 percent less than the conventional equivalent vehicle that can carry the same capacity and can travel at least 60 miles without any tailpipe emissions at all. (In the UK, a ton = 2,200 pounds and in Canada a ton is metric and = 2,000 pounds.) Tevva’s 7.5t battery-electric truck offers up to 140 miles (227 kilometers) from its 105-kWh battery on a single charge, and is ideal for last-mile and urban delivery fleets.

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The Tevva 7.5t battery-electric truck is the only vehicle from a British manufacturer to qualify for the PITrG, and becomes only the third eligible truck to be listed on the government website. The grant pays for 20 percent of the purchase price, up to a maximum of £16,000 ($26,260 CAD) , reducing Tevva 7.5t battery-electric truck total cost of ownership (TCO),

This news follows hot on the heels of another significant company milestone in January, when Tevva secured European Community Whole Vehicle Type Approval (ECWVTA) for its 7.5t battery-electric truck. This meant that Tevva could start producing and selling in volume across the UK and Europe and represented the key regulatory step in the development and commercialization of the Tevva business.

Tevva Founder and CEO Asher Bennett said: “We know first-hand that demand for electric trucks is growing at speed, as we have been inundated with requests for our 7.5t battery-electric truck since going into full production last month. Now we are able to offer UK organisations a noticeable discount, thanks to the government grant, which will surely make zero emission trucking even more appealing to fleets.”

Tevva’s 7.5t battery-electric truck will be followed by a 7.5t hydrogen-electric truck, which benefits from a hydrogen range-extender that enhances vehicle range to up to 354 miles (570 km). The hydrogen-electric truck recently completed a 620-mile ‘border run’ between Tevva’s London HQ and the Scottish border at Berwick-on-Tweed – England’s most northernmost town. The return journey saw the truck cover almost 350 miles alone, without needing a single stop for recharging.