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Think Revival (11/12/06)

The Telegraph reports that TH!NK will be launching a new version of their two seater electric city car.  The Norwegian company aims to have the new generation model in production for next year.  The original Think City was sold between 1999 and 2002 with 1005 cars being sold while under the ownership of Ford.  Like its predecessor, but now under a new owners the New Think City will be made from the same rugged thermoplastic exterior that doesn't rust or dent and will produce no noise and released no exhaust emissions.

 

There will be a number of improvements, most noticeable the range increasing from 85km to 185km on the new model.  Other improvement have made will provide a more comfortable and safer ride.

A convertible version has also been show to the public although Think say this is a concept vehicle and have no immediate plans to put the car into production.  Think have also received funding to investing heavily into developing hydrogen technology.  Other projects underway at Think is the Think Public (pictured above), design to seat four, with easy access, ideal for fleet applications such as car sharing, airport use or in gated communities.

Initially the new Think City is likely to be available for lease in Norway and London where there are incentives to drive electric car such an being congestion charge exempt, lower taxes and free parking.

 

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