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Nyobolt revolutionizes the electric car industry with an ultra-light and ultra-fast prototype

British startup Nyobolt has unveiled a prototype electric sports car that could be a game changer for the industry. With an innovative battery that allows for ultra-fast charging and a featherweight design, this concept opens up new perspectives for the future of electric mobility.

A feather-light electric sports car

The Nyobolt prototype first impresses with its light weight:

  • Total weight of 1,245 kg, less than a Honda Civic (1,330 kg)
  • Chassis inspired by the Lotus Elise, designed by Julian Thomson (designer of the original Elise)
  • Collaboration with CALLUM design studio to optimize aerodynamics
  • This exceptional lightness for an electric car is explained by a development centered around the innovative Nyobolt battery.

    Supercar-like performance

    Despite its light weight, Nyobolt's prototype displays impressive performances:

  • Up to 470 hp, three times more than a base Honda Civic (158 hp)
  • Lightning-fast acceleration thanks to the instant torque of the electric motor
  • Agility and dynamic behavior worthy of a racing car
  • These performances are made possible by the revolutionary battery technology developed by Nyobolt.

    A battery that redefines the standards of fast charging

    It is in terms of recharging that the Nyobolt prototype stands out the most:

  • Recharge from 10% to 80% in just 4 minutes and 37 seconds
  • 35 kWh battery using innovative niobium oxide materials
  • Over 4,000 fast charge cycles without significant degradation
  • Autonomy preserved at 80% after the equivalent of 965,000 km traveled
  • This technology could remove one of the main obstacles to the mass adoption of electric vehicles.

    Optimized thermal management

    To avoid overheating problems associated with ultra-fast recharges, Nyobolt has developed a sophisticated cooling system:

  • Cold plates with water/glycol mixture
  • AC Compressor, Condenser and Battery Cooler
  • Temperature maintained below 60ยฐC even during rapid charging or sporty driving
  • This advanced thermal management ensures battery longevity and performance.

    Modest but sufficient autonomy

    With a maximum range of 250 km, the Nyobolt prototype is below current standards. However:

  • Ultra-fast charging compensates for this limited autonomy
  • The concept is designed as a sports car, not as a multi-purpose vehicle.
  • Low battery capacity (35 kWh) helps reduce weight and costs
  • Nyobolt proves that a big battery is not essential if the recharge is fast enough.

    Limited but promising production potential

    Although primarily designed as a technological showcase, the Nyobolt prototype could see limited production:

  • Possibility of a small series produced by CALLUM
  • Approval considered for road and circuit use
  • Production of 1,000 battery packs planned for 2025
  • The main objective, however, remains to demonstrate the potential of Nyobolt battery technology.

    Potential applications far beyond sports cars

    The technology developed by Nyobolt could revolutionize the entire electric vehicle sector:

  • Discussions underway with 8 different car manufacturers
  • Possible applications in electric SUVs and supercars
  • Potential for heavy duty and commercial vehicles
  • Interest in electric racing vehicles (Formula E, etc.)
  • The speed of charging and the durability of these batteries open up many perspectives.

    In conclusion, the prototype developed by Nyobolt represents a major step forward in the field of electric vehicles. By combining lightness, performance and ultra-fast charging, this technology could well remove the last obstacles to the mass adoption of electric mobility. If Nyobolt's promises come to fruition, we could witness a real revolution in the automotive industry, with electric vehicles finally capable of competing with their thermal counterparts on all levels, including that of everyday practicality.

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