Top 13 Fastest Electric Vehicles In The World

Always in a rush? It would’ve been perfect if you have access to any of these fastest vehicles. For sure you’ll never be late again! While some misconception about electric vehicles being slow had circulated in the automobile industry, this list will surely surprise you otherwise. 

1. JR-MAGLEV MLX01 (361 mph)

Japan’s JR-MAGLEV MLX01 bullet trains are probably the reason why Japanese are known for being so punctual.

2. TRAIN ÀGRANDE VITESSE (357.2 mph)

Due to petrol crisis in France back in 1973, these French trains had to go with electricity and yet it’s still recognized as the fastest wheeled train on earth. Who said electric vehicles are slow now?

3. VENTURI BUCKEYE BULLET 2.5 (307.7 mph)

Smashing the previous electric land speed record, this lithium-ion-battery-powered Buckeye Bullet doesn’t need to say more.

4. ELIICA (250 mph)

Considering that each of this car’s wheels has its own electric motor, it’s no surprise that it could surpass Porsche 911 Turbo.

5. LONG-ESA (202.6 mph)

Flight of the Century didn’t just made an electric motorcycle that can run up to 190 mph, they also made a plane with almost the same speed!

6. LAWLESS OCC ROCKET BIKE (201 mph)

The joint project of Lawless industries and Orange Country Choppers packs a mean punch! Not only had it set the record of being the fastest electric motorcycle but also a record for electric vehicles in general. This only proves that electric vehicles are far from slow.

7. SCHUMACHER MI3 (161.8 mph)

It may be a remote-controlled car but with its 11 horsepower into its aerodynamic body, it’s hardly a toy you’d let your kid to play with.

8. MISSION R (160 mph)

It’s a shame that the impressive record-setting all-electric super-bike manufacturer went bankrupt despite all the hype when the Mission R came out. Nevertheless, its 0-60 in 3 seconds will remain in the history of fastest electric vehicles.

9. TESLA ROADSTER SPORT (125 mph)

With its agile handling and 0-60 mph time of 3.9 seconds, as the company Tesla Motors claims, this electric car should be able to outrun any Ferrari, Porsche, or Aston Martin.

10. BONTOFT & MILLER HYDRO BOAT (98.8 mph)

This power boat from Eagle Tree System is the world’s fastest electric boat that can speed up to 85 knots or just under 100 mph.

11. ELECTRIC BAR STOOL RACER (54 mph)

Streamlined motorized bar stool raced for the first time in 1998, going nearly 22 mph. When manufacturer Medical Device Engineering Company, IMDS made their own electric bar stool racer they managed to set a record of 53.557 mph in 2009 and exceeded it the following year by reaching 54.062 mph.

FASTEST ELECTRIC VEHICLE IN SPACE

12. HELIOS 2 (157, 078 mph)

This NASA built space probe was used by France, Belgium, Spain, and Greece as military observation satellites.

13. VOYAGER 1 (38, 600 mph)

This space probe launched by NASA is not only one of the fastest electric vehicles, but also the farthest spacecraft from earth and the only one in interstellar space. 

Safety Checklist On Your Car Before Hitting The Road

Headlights And Taillights

Having these two properly working is important so that you can be seen by other motorists on the road even in the most limited visibility condition. That is, if you don’t want to be a part of a crash statistics.  

AC Air Flow

We can’t do anything about the hot weather. However, there’s something we can definitely do to make driving more comfortable during such times which is turn the AC unit. So better make sure it’s blowing out perfectly.

Tires

How many times had there been an accident due to under inflated or worn tires? It causes 11, 000 crashes and 200 deaths annually according to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Always do personal inspection before every ride.

Filters

The reason why there are filters is to filter air impurities. If that’s dirty or isn’t functioning then you’d be risking an engine trouble and reduced air quality.

Fluid Level

It’d be better if you check your fluid level and oil level early so you can take it to oil change shops before you hit critical level. This should prevent any hassle when you’re already on the road.

 Battery

Whether its winter or summer season, trying to fix a dead battery in the middle of nowhere can be frustrating. But why let yourself end up in that situation when it’s something that can be easily prevented?

Vehicle Preparedness

A car has to have important tools or items necessary during car related emergencies at all times. These things should go in your compartment before anything else.

 Your Patience

You cannot predict what will happen on the road no matter how much you prepare. But you’ll be able to overcome any traffic, car trouble, or irritating drivers if you keep your cool and stay focused on driving carefully and defensively. 

5 Car Of The Future That Everyone Should Be Excited About

Who didn’t drool over James Bond films and his futuristic cars? Cars enthusiast are still probably dreaming about owning one while others sure did pondered over the possibility of the idea. But, what you should anticipate is that some futuristic car technologies are actually about to happen in the near future.

1. Cars That Can Communicate With Each Other

No, it’s not exactly talking cars, because that would be freaky. But communicate in a way of using wireless signals to send information back and forth between cars about their location, speed and direction. So it would be like getting a warning when your car gets a signal from another incoming vehicle which is about to collide to you so you could avoid it beforehand, or hits the brake automatically.

2. Self-Driving Car

These self-driving cars could possibly happen sooner that everybody expects since Google has already tested theirs on more than 200,000 miles of public highways and roads. So I guess parking would be the least of your worries soon. 

3. Augmented Reality Dashboard

This will give you a sci-fi feeling. Augmented reality dashboard is a technology where it can dashboard can identify external object in front of you display information about those on the windshield. This means you may see a warning sign on the windshield when you’re about to collide with another car or zoom in objects outside the car using a touch-screen window if BMW, who is currently researching about it, succeeds to make this happen, or any other manufacturer for that matter. 

4. Airbags

Nah, I already know that—is probably what you’re thinking right now. But, it’s not the common airbags. Mercedes, the auto manufacturer giant, are looking for ways to deploy airbags from underneath the car that can help stop the car before it crash. If this actually materializes, not only that it prevent serious injury that the passengers might suffer from otherwise, but also save the vehicle from great damage since it can stop the car once the sensors determines an inevitable impact. 

5. Energy-Storing Body Panels

Aside from being able to save on gas (and money due to gas expenses), mother earth would benefit when more hybrids are used. This is because that would mean less carbon dioxide emission. The only setback from this innovation would probably the amount of weight from their batteries. But not to worry because, 9 auto manufacturers in Europe are already researching for ways to lighten it up. That includes lightweight energy storing panels that can also charge faster.

Top 15 Car Cleaning Hacks That Every Car Owner Should Know By Now

1. Re purpose Your Old Toothbrush

When you’re done with it, you can still use it to scrub off dirt in your vinyl as well as get crumbs out of the seams of your seat cushions.

2. Clean AC Vents Using Foam Brush

You can make a DIY AC vent cleaner from a cheap foam brush glued to a stick. 

3. Toothpaste Your Way To Brand New Looking Headlights

When spread on a grimy headlights and left there for a few minutes, toothpaste can make it look brand new! 

4. Magic Eraser Is Your New Best Friend

Gently rubbing a magic eraser can magically remove gross sticky things off your vinyl and leather like it’s never been there.

5. Olive Oil Isn’t Just For Cooking

Moderate amount of olive oil rubbed onto leather seat and dashboard, occasionally, can give your vehicle extra gleam.

6. Banish Animal Hair

Spray water using a spray bottle on surfaces with animal hair then wipe it with a squeegee. Vacuum the clumps after.

7. Dryer Sheets Can Wipe Off Dried Up Bugs 

Wipe off the bugs on your grille without breaking a sweat! Just wet a dryer sheet and use that to clean those areas. 

8. Peel Off Stubborn Stickers With The Help Of Goo Gone

Eliminate stickers in your bumper and make it smooth again using Goo Gone.

9. Make Your Wipers Run Smoother On Windshield Using Rubbing Alcohol

A small amount of rubbing alcohol can do wonders. Wipe it on the rubber part of the wiper blades and it’ll surely run smoother next time and prevent smearing.

10. Baking Soda As Air Freshener

Baking soda is great when eliminating bad smell. You can make your own car air fresher by putting a jar, covered with breathable fabric, full of baking soda and an essential oil of your choice mixture. Put it where the stink is. 

11. Don’t Forget The Top Of The Window

The very top of the window can get really gross. Roll it down, start cleaning from there and work your way down.

12. Include Clay Bar In Your Car Cleaning Supplies

Clay bars are great for picking up bits of grime that water can’t rinse off.

13. Take On The Nooks And Crannies

A piece of cloth over the top of a screw driver is the trick to clean those nooks and crannies in your ride.

14. Coffee Filters Have Numerous Uses

Put a little oil in it and it can make your car shine, while a little vinegar and water in it can wipe stains out.
  
15. Conditioner For A Shinier Car

Look for one that has lanolin in the ingredients. Put some on a cloth that you use for wiping to give your car a shiny finish. 

Real Deal: How Much Does It Really Cost To Own A Car In Singapore?

Do you live in Singapore and planning to buy a car? Before anything else, answer this question. Do you know the real price of owning one? If you don’t, here’s a rough estimation, get you calculator and compute all the expenses that comes with having a ride.

Down Payment

Open market value or OMV of the car is an essential factor when calculating how much the down payment will be if you’re applying for a car loan. You’d be eligible for the maximum Loan-to-Value of 60% of the vehicle’s price tag if your OMV is S$20,000 or less. This means DP will be 40%.
But if OMV is more than S$20,000, DP will be 50%, because you’ll be entitled for a maximum LTV of 50%.

Total Car Loan Cost

Monetary Authority of Singapore or MAS implemented 5-year tenure in car loans. So, to abide that restriction you will have to increase your monthly amortization. 
So, subtract the down payment from your car’s purchase price. With the difference you get add the 2.28% interest, and then the result will be the total of your car loan cost. Just divide that to 60 mos. (5 years) to know your monthly amortization.

Car Insurance

If you happen to be a safe driver with a 10% No-Claim Discount (NCD) if you don’t get into any trouble every year (up to the maximum 50%) and given the S$3,600 initial car insurance annual premium with excess S$1,000 for comprehensive policy that’s S$24,520 (factoring NCD) in 10 years.

Road Tax

Your dealer might be paying a year worth of your road tax but you still have to brace yourself. Land Transportation Authority factors the road tax in Singapore by:
S$950 + 1.5 (1,911 – 1,600) X 0.782 = a road tax of S$1,108 (In case it’s a Mercedes-Benz E-200 AVANTGARDE with 1991cc engine capacity) because road tax is calculated based on your car’s engine capacity. So that’s S$9,972 as your overall cost of paying the road tax.

Gasoline

With the gasoline, your expenses may differ depending on changes of your yearly mileage. But let’s say you drive about 19,000km a year and your car has 16.7km per liter of petrol as average fuel consumption rate, then that’s S$26,213 for the cost of petrol in total. Considering 3% yearly price hike on gas, on the S$1.95 cost per liter of 98UL petrol, due to inflation.

Maintenance

Car servicing in Singapore could easily exceed S$300 per trip and you have to do it every 6 months to ensure your vehicles’ good condition for 10 years. You also have to keep in mind that rising cost of services and mechanical reliability of your car play a huge part on your car maintenance expenses.

So, with your car’s price tag and all the computations above from all the requirement of owning a vehicle, you probably have a pretty good idea on how much does it really cost to own a ride in Singapore. I say think about it a million time before you decide.