Aston Martin Unveils Valhalla Hybrid Supercar That Offers A Peek At EV Future
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British automotive maker Aston Martin has just introduced the Valhalla, pairing a 740HP, AMG-made 4.0-liter V8 with a 201HP dual electric motor system for a supercar that promises the same level of performance at lower carbon emissions.
The two-door automobile can go from zero to 62MPH in just 2.5 seconds, with an incredible top speed of 217MPH. If you’re content with cruising at 80MPH, the car will be able to last nine full miles in pure electric vehicle (EV) mode.
According to Engadget, Aston Martin’s electric technology also makes the car weigh less. The Valhalla features an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission that uses the hybrid system for reversing, doing away with the need for conventional reverse gear. It also boasts an electric-assisted torque vectoring feature, making the all-wheel drive system more agile than most.
The Valhalla will start shipping at the end of 2023, and is priced between £600,000 to £700,000 (US$830,000 to US$968,000) in the UK. However, the automaker has said it only plans to produce units for two and a half years, so collectors will want to get their orders in fast.
With supercar makers releasing hybrid mobiles – such as McLaren’s Artura and Speedtail – it bodes well for an industry that has been a massive contributor of greenhouse emissions. Plus, it shows that the technology is viable enough that the thought of an all-electric supercar won’t be too far into the future.
Image via Aston Martin
Image via Aston Martin
Image via Aston Martin
Image via Aston Martin
Image via Aston Martin
[via Engadget, images via Aston Martin]
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