MikeB
10-25-2007, 06:03 PM
Q: What are the VentureOne’s approximate dimensions?
Width: 51"
Length: 140"
Wheelbase: 110"
Height: 56"
Curb Weight: less than 1,500 lbs
Q: How will the VentureOne Perform?
The V1 will have a hybrid powertrain with an electric motor and should have a top speed of approximately 100 MPH. Electric motors have full torque at low RPMs, so acceleration should be impressive. We are currently working on decreasing the co-efficient of drag and minimizing the frontal area to improve aerodynamics. However, the exact performance specifications are still under development.
Q: What is the expected Range?
We are targeting an all-electric (plug-in) range of between 20 and 40 miles. We are currently looking at various options to increase the all-electric range; however, our l battery options are somewhat limited due to the size of our vehicle. A 5-gallon fuel tank will supplement the all-electric range and should provide for 250-300 miles of additional driving range.
Q: What is the recharge time for the batteries?
For the Hybrid models, the battery holds 3 kWh. To charge this using 110v, 20 amp household current (typical wall outlet), expect to take 1.5 hours for a full charge. If you use a 220v, 50amp plug (typical for electric dryer connection), this can be reduced to under 18 minutes.
For the EV model, the battery holds 17 kWh. To charge this using 110v, 20 amp household current (typical wall outlet), expect to take 8.5 hours for a full charge. If you use a 220v, 50amp plug (typical for electric dryer connection), this can be reduced to just over 1.5 hours.
These numbers are based on battery capacity only, actual charging time will be affected by battery and charger characteristics.
Q: How is the Tilt controlled?
A Dutch company, Carver Engineering, has developed the Dynamic Vehicle Control (DVC) system for use on their Carver One three-wheeler. Venture Vehicles has licensed this technology for use in the V1. It is a hydraulic system that matches the tilt of the vehicle to the amount of steering input and vehicle speed. At slow speeds, the front wheel is turned to steer, as speed is increased the wheel turn is replaced with vehicle tilt.
Q: Will the V1 have a Manual or Automatic Transmission?
Neither. The driver will have a simple control to select Forward, Park, and Reverse modes.
Width: 51"
Length: 140"
Wheelbase: 110"
Height: 56"
Curb Weight: less than 1,500 lbs
Q: How will the VentureOne Perform?
The V1 will have a hybrid powertrain with an electric motor and should have a top speed of approximately 100 MPH. Electric motors have full torque at low RPMs, so acceleration should be impressive. We are currently working on decreasing the co-efficient of drag and minimizing the frontal area to improve aerodynamics. However, the exact performance specifications are still under development.
Q: What is the expected Range?
We are targeting an all-electric (plug-in) range of between 20 and 40 miles. We are currently looking at various options to increase the all-electric range; however, our l battery options are somewhat limited due to the size of our vehicle. A 5-gallon fuel tank will supplement the all-electric range and should provide for 250-300 miles of additional driving range.
Q: What is the recharge time for the batteries?
For the Hybrid models, the battery holds 3 kWh. To charge this using 110v, 20 amp household current (typical wall outlet), expect to take 1.5 hours for a full charge. If you use a 220v, 50amp plug (typical for electric dryer connection), this can be reduced to under 18 minutes.
For the EV model, the battery holds 17 kWh. To charge this using 110v, 20 amp household current (typical wall outlet), expect to take 8.5 hours for a full charge. If you use a 220v, 50amp plug (typical for electric dryer connection), this can be reduced to just over 1.5 hours.
These numbers are based on battery capacity only, actual charging time will be affected by battery and charger characteristics.
Q: How is the Tilt controlled?
A Dutch company, Carver Engineering, has developed the Dynamic Vehicle Control (DVC) system for use on their Carver One three-wheeler. Venture Vehicles has licensed this technology for use in the V1. It is a hydraulic system that matches the tilt of the vehicle to the amount of steering input and vehicle speed. At slow speeds, the front wheel is turned to steer, as speed is increased the wheel turn is replaced with vehicle tilt.
Q: Will the V1 have a Manual or Automatic Transmission?
Neither. The driver will have a simple control to select Forward, Park, and Reverse modes.