https://technabob.com/blog/2018/09/09/mikro-mm1-mini-electric-car/ Mikro MM1 Mini Electric Car Looks Like a Toy… But It Isn’t September 9th, 2018 Conner Flynn
[images https://technabob.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/mikro_1.jpg https://technabob.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/mikro_2.jpg https://technabob.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/mikro_3.jpg https://technabob.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/mikro_4.jpg ] What the heck is this? Did somebody squish a Lamborgini? Nope, what you’re looking at is the Mikro MM1, and despite looking like a toy, it is a full-fledged electric “supercar.” It is actually pretty adorable the more I look at it. Yep, its makers say the MM1 is a real car, and it is intentionally cute given the company’s slogan of “Changing the world one smile at a time.” Come on, you know it just made you smile. It’s okay to admit it. This tiny electric car from North Ireland startup Mikro Automotive seats three, and like the McLaren F1 has a center steering configuration with the driver up front and two passengers in the back. It boasts a 300 mile range and can go from 0 to 60 mph in “under 4 seconds.” Since they describe this as a car for the “smartphone generation” we can only guess that the interior will be loaded with tech and touchscreens, but we really don’t know. Its makers hope to launch the car in 2019. You can check it out on Kickstarter where they are selling some merch to fund the car’s design and production. [© technabob.com] [video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OBdAA-L0lfU A little electric car built in the UK with ambitions to help save the planet Mikro Automotive Sep 6, 2018 The Mikro MM1 is a fully Electric 3 passenger city car. 0-60 in 4 seconds with a range of 300 miles. It is proudly manufactured in N.Ireland www.mikro-automotive.com ] ... https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1938195485/mikro-mm1-the-electric-car-for-the-smartphone-gene Mikro MM1 - A little electric car with big ambitions Shimie [images https://ksr-ugc.imgix.net/assets/022/458/804/35c4931d70388e8ef504532018f4a88d_original.jpeg?w=680&fit=max&v=1536171402&auto=format&q=92&s=3a277ae1b07f836ddd1f30ff2c5d63f7 https://ksr-ugc.imgix.net/assets/022/489/209/e39b4510e8e9f8a102efe770ca8a7f88_original.png?w=680&fit=max&v=1536412425&auto=format&lossless=true&s=76076f332b0933372531d112687dcd23 Initial prototype cross section video flash ] Building the ultimate zero emissions vehicle for use in large cities. Doing our bit to fight climate change one smile at a time These photos and videos provide a detailed look at this project’s development. Mikro MM1 0-60mph 4 seconds We started with a goal , build an electric car but make it cool, make it that when people see it they smile, but make it fast, and make the interior like a big smartphone .... Well we did it , we built it. We actually added a few more surprises but we’ll keep those under wraps for now ! Whilst we are passionate about building cars we also have another motive. Climate change is affecting every person on the planet, the air we breathe is becoming increasingly toxic with every day that passes. Deforestation is happening at a faster rate than any other time in human history. We need to change our ways. What can we do? ... The planet needs sustainable zero emissions transport. We have designed a fully electric 3 passenger vehicle. On a full charge the Mikro MM1 has a range of 300 miles and sprints to 60mph in under 4 seconds. Fun whilst saving the planet ...sounds good to me ! The Mikro MM1 is a small vehicle designed for life in the big city , fully connected with touchscreen controls this a car for the modern generation. Key features - 0-60mph 4seconds - 80kwh liquid cooled lithium/graphene battery pack - Range 300 miles - Charge cycle of approx 6 hours 100% charge - Small removable auxiliary battery for emergency situations - Unique chassis system allowing for the option of a different body style in the future without having to buy a complete new car - Small footprint , ideal for large cities with limited space - 3 seat configuration with a centre drivers seat - Retractable rear seats for extra storage The team Shimie - Team leader / composite engineer. 13 years experience building specialist vehicles ranging from limousines , buses & film props Andy - Andy is a mechanical engineer who graduated from Queens Universty Belfast in 2003 and has since been involved in several aerospace and automotive projects Shane - Senior design engineer, graduated in 2004 with an honours degree in mechanical engineering. Has been involved in several product development projects in the aerospace industry Eamonn - Business strategist with experience of rapid scaling up of high growth companies. 20+ years experience in this field. In addition to this core team Mikro Automotive has a large pool of key industry advisors including IP specialists & Renewable energy pioneers. How Kickstarter can help ? Building cars is expensive ! and for a small company like ourselves every little bit of money counts. This Kickstarter amount added to our existing development fund will help ongoing development and keep us on track for our target launch date. We would love your feedback, if there’s something you’ve always wanted in a car please tell us, when you are driving the Mikro MM1 we want it to be an exciting experience. What features do you love on your smartphone? We want to take the best ideas and incorporate it into the design. We don’t care if your idea sounds crazy, if there’s a demand we will develop it, we love pushing the boundaries. Please help us spread awareness by sharing our social pages with friends, we really do appreciate the help ! With every UK donation we’ll include a packet of our magic seeds, perfect to grow your own electric car ! Ok maybe not, but it will grow into a tree if you water it. Trees - cleaner air for everyone. It’s our responsibility to fix this planet, let’s make a difference for us and our children. Project Timeline 2015 - Mikro Automotive was established 2017 - The first prototype was manufactured and used for initial testing 2018 - A second improved prototype is developed 2018 - Mikro Automotive is working closely with government agencies to develop a detailed plan of scaling up production 2018 - Mikro Automotive is a finalist in InterTradeIreland Seedcorn Investment competition 2018 - Testing of prototype number 2 2018 - Type Approvals received 2019 - Low volume production begins 2019 - First customer models are ready for delivery late 2019 Mikro Automotive - Finalists and still involved in InterTradeIreland Seedcorn investment competition Mikro Automotive - Finalists and still involved in InterTradeIreland Seedcorn investment competition We don’t anything for free so we have listed a number of rewards which we hope will act as a thank you for helping us on our journey. [images merchendise Exclusive Mikro Automotive snapback hat Exclusive Mikro Automotive Polo Shirt S/M/L Exclusive Mikro Automotive Hooded Top in white S/M/L ] Risks and challenges Whilst we would love to say there’s no risks involved, there are always some :- What if no one likes it ? We have carried out extensive market research and received very favourable feedback about the car. How long will it take for production models ? We have a production strategy in place and are expecting the first models to be ready late 2019 How can I get one ? We are accepting refundable pre orders via our website however by choosing the top reward guarantees you will have one of the first available models Are you certain it will be built ? We have already invested substantial funds into the project to get it to where it is and are working closely with government agencies with strategic plans for scaling up production. Mikro Automotive is currently a finalist of InterTradeIreland Ireland’s Seedcorn Investment competition. Mikro Automotive is working closely with DVA to ensure it meets all applicable type approvals. We fully expect the first customer vehicles to be ready in late 2019. 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