[Asia Economy Reporter Choi Daeyeol] Croatia's high-performance electric vehicle manufacturer Rimac's 'Nevera' has become the fastest electric car in the world.
According to the company on the 22nd, the car recorded a top speed of 412 km/h (258 mph) on a track in Papenburg, Germany. With an aerodynamic setup balancing drag and downforce in top speed mode, it was able to drive safely even at high speeds. The tires used were Michelin products suitable for road use.
The car was driven by Miroslav Zrn?evi?, Rimac's chief test and development driver. A speed of 412 km/h is about one-third the speed of sound. The Nevera, which is available for sale to general customers, is limited to a top speed of 352 km/h, but under company support and control conditions, it was driven without a top speed limit this time.
The four electric motors designed by Rimac produce 1,914 horsepower. It accelerates from 0 to 60 mph (about 100 km/h) in 1.85 seconds and reaches 100 mph in 4.3 seconds. The Nevera is currently produced at Rimac's headquarters on the outskirts of Zagreb, Croatia, and is planned to be sold in a limited edition of 150 units through handcrafting. Rimac Automobili selected Giheung International as its partner for entry into the Korean market in January this year. Rimac has attracted attention as major automakers including Hyundai Motor Company have invested by acquiring shares.
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