Boutique automaker Saleen has announced it is preparing to unveil a new concept car that will closely preview an upcoming supercar.
“We recognize that electric cars are a trend, not a fad and expect this vehicle category to continue to increase as an automotive option for consumers,” stated company CEO Steve Saleen. “We intend to enter this market with an offering that is truly innovative and offers the styling and craftsmanship associated with the Saleen Automotive brand. The rapid pace of advancements in electric vehicle technology makes our entry into this market sector timely and should expedite completion of this project.”
Saleen did not provide any details about the yet-unnamed supercar but the firm promises it will be different than any other EV on the market today. Although pure speculation, the car could be billed as a heir to the potent S7 and ambitiously take on the McLaren P1 and the Porsche 918 Spyder.
A full set of details about Saleen’s yet-unnamed electric concept will emerge over the coming months. Look for the car to debut at a major auto show in the first half of next year.
Saleen specializes in making aesthetic and mechanical modifications to muscle cars like the Ford Mustang and the Chevrolet Camaro but it dabbled in the expensive world of supercars when it launched the S7 in 2000. Powered by a naturally-aspirated 7.0-liter Ford-sourced engine, the S7 was capable of sprinting from zero to 60 mph in 3.3 seconds and reach 100 mph from a stop in 7.1 seconds.
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