It sounds like the team at Commuter Cars Corporation is on a bit of a roll. They not only know what's wrong with today's congested roadways and polluted air, but they also how to fix the problems. Wasted space is one
target in their sights. Though most people don't give it a second thought, driving a large 5 or 7 passenger vehicle alone to work or to the mall is a huge waste of space and fuel.
Enter the Tango T600. Narrower than a motorbike, it derives propulsion from a completely electric drive system, and might just be the answer to fight pollution and make highways more efficient.
Sick of looking for parking? Tango fits in specially designed spaces that are normally used by motorbikes. Not only small, the Tango is safe, quick and stable. With an extremely narrow stance, it looks like it could be toppled by a nearby sneeze, though Commuter Cars Corp. says the Tango is more stable than most sports cars. Safety is addressed by the use of a SCCA and NHRA approved roll bar in the Tango's construction. The roll bar is designed to protect occupants from high-speed crashes and also allows excellent outward visibility.
Another surprise is the performance. The Tango sets off to change a few perceptions about slow-poke electric cars by achieving a claimed
four-second run to 60 miles per hour and a blistering 12 second quarter mile pass at over 120 miles per hour- meaning the majority of today's performance car drivers would be well advised to keep an eye on their rearview mirror for the tiny, narrow, electric rocket.
A single charge is said to provide a range of about 80 miles, and the Tango can be quick-charged in just 10 minutes to add about 50 miles of range. Ideally, it is plugged into ones dryer outlet (or similar high-voltage outlet) at night to be ready to go to work in the morning.
If the idea of a lightning-fast, electrically powered two-seater appeals to you, you might be a little disappointed to discover that you can't simply walk into a showroom and pick one up. Potential buyers are asked to
make a refundable deposit to take a place on a waiting list, even if they do not intend to have their Tango for a 2 or 3 years. Once the vehicle nears production, the customer is contacted to complete their order and select colors and options.
The T600 model requires a $10,000 deposit against its $108,000 MSRP, and is delivered requiring about a days worth of work to fully assemble. That might sound a bit steep for what amounts to a partial kit-car, but for the chance to leave Mustangs and Corvettes sitting at a set of lights while using no gasoline, it might be worth it to some.
photo:Commuter Cars Corporation
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| Tango T600 (Photo: Commuter Cars Corporation) |
Enter the Tango T600. Narrower than a motorbike, it derives propulsion from a completely electric drive system, and might just be the answer to fight pollution and make highways more efficient.
Sick of looking for parking? Tango fits in specially designed spaces that are normally used by motorbikes. Not only small, the Tango is safe, quick and stable. With an extremely narrow stance, it looks like it could be toppled by a nearby sneeze, though Commuter Cars Corp. says the Tango is more stable than most sports cars. Safety is addressed by the use of a SCCA and NHRA approved roll bar in the Tango's construction. The roll bar is designed to protect occupants from high-speed crashes and also allows excellent outward visibility.
Another surprise is the performance. The Tango sets off to change a few perceptions about slow-poke electric cars by achieving a claimed
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| Tango T600 (Photo: Commuter Cars Corporation) |
A single charge is said to provide a range of about 80 miles, and the Tango can be quick-charged in just 10 minutes to add about 50 miles of range. Ideally, it is plugged into ones dryer outlet (or similar high-voltage outlet) at night to be ready to go to work in the morning.
If the idea of a lightning-fast, electrically powered two-seater appeals to you, you might be a little disappointed to discover that you can't simply walk into a showroom and pick one up. Potential buyers are asked to
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| Tango T600 (Photo: Commuter Cars Corporation) |
The T600 model requires a $10,000 deposit against its $108,000 MSRP, and is delivered requiring about a days worth of work to fully assemble. That might sound a bit steep for what amounts to a partial kit-car, but for the chance to leave Mustangs and Corvettes sitting at a set of lights while using no gasoline, it might be worth it to some.
photo:Commuter Cars Corporation
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