Loremo dieselCourtesy Loremo AG Although the X Prize Foundation has not officially released the rules, competitors are lining up for the Automotive X prize. C/net news has a great slide show about several front runners competing for the multi-million dollar prize. I previously posted about my favorite, the Aptera Typ-1. Recently the diesel powered Loremo has also been a media favorite.
Unlike the Aptera, the Loremo has four wheels, and seats four adults which are requirements in the Automotive X Prize. The Loremo LS gets better than 100 mpg (and 100 mph) from its 20 HP, 2 cylinder turbo diesel engine. Unlike the $100,00 Tesla, the Loremo is projected to cost only $22,500. The bad news is that the Loremo may not pass the United States emission standards. Check out these links for current info and comments on the Loremo and other Automotive X Prize vehicles (thanks to Eric Boyd).
Popular Mechanics has a greater over view titled the Top 10 Early Contenders for the Automotive X Prize complete with projected prices. Which one would you choose?
Wow that would be a great and cool car to have. I never seen a car like that before. If I can I would like to see a car like that one at least in my life time.
Americans are morons. The Loremo virtually solves the problem of the pump and we won't produce it in this country. The coming disaster is well deserved.
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