Venturi Astrolab Concept 2006

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The Astrolab is a unique and forward thinking eco friendly concept car from the small but well respected Monaco-based marque - Venturi. Its name ("astro" translated 'star' and "labe" translated 'to take') hints at the idea behind its design. The Astrolab uses a 37lb/ft torque electric motor and battery pack, combined with its large solar panel area to run this ultralight (280kg) vehicle to a maximum speed of 75 mph, whilst retaining a maximum combined range of up to 79 miles.

Venturi has been missed by many fans of the GT franchise since its inclusion in GT2, and this relatively slow but nonetheless fascinating concept car would be as great a start as any...

 

[karelpipa]

Solar is not eco friendly

 

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Solar is not eco friendly

And why do you say that?...

 

[Epic B]

Well, it looks interesting. But what would you do when there's no sunlight? I guess I wouldn't be able to drive this thing at Route 5.

 

[Aphelion]

And why do you say that?...

I think he means that creating the panels costs other resources, which basically means your just creating more pollution to reduce pollution, which makes sense, but once you have enough solar panels, you can use solar energy to create new solar panels. so yeah, for now creating solar panels is just as bad as using fossil fuels, but thats not the right attitude, as it will be much better in the long run.

 

[StigBelcherStyl]

Venturi Astrolab Concept, 2006

SPECIFICATIONS

ENGINE
• Engine : Electric
• Power: 16kw (21 BHP)
• Torque: 50 N.m (37 lb.ft)
• Engine location: Mid

PERFORMANCE
• 0-100 km/h Time = Not Tested
• Top Speed = 120 km/h (75 mph)

DRIVETRAIN
• Layout Mid engine, Rear-wheel drive system
• 1 Speed Direct drive transmission

BRAKES
• Regenerative Braking

Range
• 110 km's (68 miles) of standard driving
• Solar Panels Alone provide 18km (11 miles) of range per day

WEIGHT
• Weight: 280 kg (618 lbs)

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