Engineering:Kandi Coco
The Kandi Coco or KD08E was a small electric vehicle first available in the US in 2009, built by Kandi Technologies.[1] For a short time, this vehicle was available with a large US tax credit and an additional tax credit in the state of Oklahoma, bringing the take-home cost of the vehicle to under 1000USD.[2] A gasoline version of the vehicle, the KD08A, was also available.[3]
As of February 2013, the manufacturer has indicated the vehicle is still available for import to the US.[4] The original vehicle from 2009 was advertised as a "neighborhood electric vehicle" with a top speed of 25MPH and a maximum range of 60 miles per charge. Later models have been advertised with a slightly updated body, a 6 kW/8 hp motor, and a top speed of 35MPH.[5]
Specifications
- 72V 4 kW[6] or 6 kW 3-phase AC induction motor
- 6 deep-cycle 12-volt Lead-Acid batteries
- Integrated battery conditioning and charging system
- 4-wheel disc brakes [7]
References
- ↑ http://www.autoevolution.com/news/kandi-coco-the-cheapest-car-in-the-world-865-14825.html
- ↑ http://jalopnik.com/5431402/oklahomans-buy-895-electric-car-before-its-too-late
- ↑ http://www.smartmotorist.com/motorist-news/new-recreational-vehicle-coco-mini-car-now-in-us.html
- ↑ http://www.kandiusa.com/categories/Electric-Car-%28Kandi-COCO%29/
- ↑ http://www.southeastgv.com/pdfs/COCOback.pdf
- ↑ http://www.autoevolution.com/pdf/news_attachements/kandi-coco-full-details-specs-and-photos-14917.pdf
- ↑ http://www.caradvice.com.au/51262/kandi-coco-ev-goes-on-sale-in-us-for-865/
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