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tzero
THE WORLD’S FIRST
HIGH-PERFORMANCE
ELECTRIC
SPORTS CAR
AC PROPULSION
AND THE tzero
The tzero is built around AC Propulsion’s proprietary
high-speed electric traction motor and power system.
Every feature derives from a single-minded dedication to
performance and driving aesthetics.
At the driver’s command, this breakthrough roadster
delivers continuous power from seemingly limitless
reserves. High performance suspension, steering, and
brakes provide an exceptional interface with the road.
The result: a tightly integrated two-seater to delight the
senses and move with the world’s best sports cars.
0-60 In 4.6 SECONDS.
IT WILL CHARGE YOU.
The tzero comes with a smaller environmental footprint
than any other performance car: stealthy quiet, economycar efficient, and zero-emissions clean.
No other car makes a bolder statement about the future
of motoring.
The tzero sets the standard at the start of a new era.
A few can be there at the beginning.
Production starts in 2000.
AC Propulsion designs, develops, and manufactures
drive systems for electric vehicles, and performs
electric vehicle R&D and technical consulting for
Volkswagen and other automakers.
AC Propulsion, Inc.
441 Borrego Court, San Dimas, CA 91773
(909) 592-5399 fax (909) 394-4598
tzero PLUGS IN
ALMOST ANYWHERE,
To learn more about
AC Propulsion and the tzero,
visit www.acpropulsion.com
CAN CHARGE IN ONE HOUR
© 1999 AC Propulsion. Specifications subject to change.
ELECTRIFYING
PERFORMANCE.
ZERO EMISSIONS.
HIGH TECH.
HAND BUILT.
MUST HAVE.
tzero GENERATES DRIVING EXCITEMENT.
The tzero’s copper-rotor high-speed AC-induction motor drives 200 HP through a low-loss
fixed-ratio transaxle. The aircraft-inspired composite body curves around the light, rigid
stainless steel space frame. Adjustable coil-over suspension, non-boosted rack and
pinion steering, and metal matrix composite disk brakes create a phenomenal
connection with the road.
“…promising the acceleration of a Corvette
with the handling of a racer…”
AutoWeek
SPECIAL FEATURES
• Traction control
POWER SYSTEM
• 110-lb air-cooled four-pole
induction motor
• 200 hp @
6,000-12,000 rpm
BATTERY SYSTEM
PERFORMANCE
RANGE
• 0-60 in 4.6 seconds
• 100 miles at 65 mph
• OPTIMA Yellow Top
high-power spiralwound recombinant
lead-acid batteries
• 1/4 mile in 13.7 seconds
• 120-mile range
combined EPA
city/highway (est.)
• Maximum current:
580 A motoring
200 A regeneration
®
• 90 mph governed
maximum speed
• 177 ft-lb @
0-5,000 rpm
• Reductive™ Charger
operates at up to 20 kW
• Configurable digital
displays for energy
use, battery status, \
and charge control
• tzero-exclusive
Toyo Proxes®
low-rolling-resistance
performance tires
• Armco Nitronic® 30
and 304 stainless
steel space frame
construction
• Large analog current
and voltage meters
• Cruise control
• Removable top and
windows store in trunk