Shelby Supercars has announced plans to produce an electric version of the Ultimate Aero, dubbed the Ultimate Aero EV. Like the record-setting Ultimate Aero Twin Turbo – which currently holds the title of world’s fastest production car – the Ultimate Aero EV promises to be a no holds barred supercar, only with much greener intentions.
SSC failed to release specifics on the Ultimate Aero EV’s drivetrain, but did say that its electric motor would produce 500 horsepower. It remains unclear what type of batteries the EV will use, but SSC says they will be revolutionary, with “extended time between charging intervals.”
Moreover, SSC is still exploring the possibility of using twin electric motors in the EV, bringing total output to an astounding 1,000 horsepower. The twin-motor EV would be available in two or all-wheel drive.
No word on pricing but SSC plans to have a prototype up and running in February 2009 with sales beginning in the fourth quarter of that year.
