In September 1925 the V12 powered Sunbeam Tiger driven byHenry Segrave�reached a half-mile record speed of 145 mph (233 km/h).
The Tiger Concept is powered by an�electric powertrain�with a lithium-titanate battery pack which can be fully charged in 4 hours from a standard UK power socket.
Main estimated�performances�are a 0-60 mph time of 2.3 seconds, an electronically limited top speed of 160mph and a driving range of about 800 miles between charges.
The Sunbeam Tiger Concept is characterized by the use ofenvironmentally friendly materials�for many components, including a�recycled aluminum tubular chassis, soy foam seats covered in Biofabric, natural fibre brake pad,s eco-paint, cornstarch tires and locally grown Hemp-fibre, and vegetable�oil resin body panels.
The roll bars are built directly into the seat frame and the seat frame is built into the chassis for improved safety.
The headlights and tail-lights adopts high power, energy efficient, WOLED lights.
Ryan Skelley�comments:�"I wanted to create a British roadster that would be the first of its kind in terms of its drivetrain and use of materials."
About the Designer
Ryan Skelley�is a final year Automotive Design student of at Coventry University. Among his professional experiences is a six-months internship at Land Rover (summer 2008).
Contact details:
- e-mail:�rdskelley@googlemail.com
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