Just 9 cars (down from 136) remain in the competition, which aims to “inspire a new generation of super fuel efficient vehicles.” The cars, which go through a grueling series of tests and technical inspections to determine their road-worthiness, must be able to handle real-world scenarios. “It is about developing real, production-capable cars that consumers will want to buy, not science projects or concept cars,” the X Prize Foundation explains.
–One of these cars is rated at 350 mpg at 62mph,with a top speed of 180 mph, and 0-60 in less than 4 seconds. Estimated price tag is $100k.
Automotive X Prize Finalists (PHOTOS): 9 Cars That Could Change The World
Posted on Saturday July 31st
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