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The New Dendrobium D-1 Electric Hypercar Prototype Broke Cover at Le Mans

An Updated Version of the Car

The car that was shown off at the 2019 24 Hours of Le Mans by the British company Dendrobium started its design life at Vanda Electrics. According to Motor Authority, Dendrobium took over the project from that company and moved its design and development along. The car was presented as a concept at the 2017 Geneva Motor Show. From there Dendrobium decided to continue to work on it. Now it has a prototype, which is the car it brought to Le Mans. The Dendrobium D-1 is getting closer to being a production car. 

The car’s specifications are impressive. Also, Dendrobium got serious and brought aboard McLaren F1 designer Peter Stevens to help craft and fine-tune the car’s aerodynamics. That is likely a smart move because with power output numbers like this car has, you’ll want an aerodynamic vehicle. The company also put on Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2R to ensure that power was being properly utilized. 

In terms of powertrain, there are two electric motors. The company has one at each axle. The combined power output is 1,800 horsepower and 1,475 lb-ft of torque. That’s an insane amount of power and Dendrobium states that it translates to a 0-60 mph time of just 2.7 seconds and a top speed over 200 mph. 

Not all of the car’s specifics have been revealed. Range, for example, is still a question and some of the finer points of the powertrain are still shrouded in secrecy. The company has a similar business plan to Rimac, which seems to have worked out well for the Croatian company, and could help Dendrobium become a serious force to be reckoned with. 

June 17, 2019 / Comments Off on The New Dendrobium D-1 Electric Hypercar Prototype Broke Cover at Le Mans
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Dendrobium D-1 1800-bhp electric hypercar

Unveiled with lots of ooh’s and ahh’s at the Geneva Motor Show in 2017, the Dendrobium D-1 is more than just a thing of style and beauty. The start-up manufacturing team behind this hypercar is already making some bold claims about its performance capabilities. They have stated that their electric drive-train and storage system that has been designed in-house can produce a whopping 1,475 lb-ft of torque and 1,800 hp.

The car’s Latin-inspired name is taken from an orchid variety, as the winged doors and sunroof resemble it’s opening petals. In fact, the whole approach to the design and manufacturing of the car is one that bridges the gap between nature and engineering.

The company want to reduce the car’s weight as much as they possibly can and are using exotic alloys and a carbon fiber tub, which will have a total approximate weight of around 3858 lbs. The lighter the car, the faster and more powerful it will be. It is expected that the excitement and anticipation for this car will continue to build until it is officially unveiled to the public on the 30th of August at the Salon Prive. There is, as yet, though, no details regarding when it will be available to order.

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September 13, 2018 / Comments Off on Dendrobium D-1 1800-bhp electric hypercar
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