As the exhibitors at Geneva report the Westfield iRacer represents 99% of the production model. Designed by Elliott Hawkins, a graduate from the Royal College of Arts vehicle design course, the iRacer has the pulse of electric power running through its veins.
A number of materials including aluminum and recyclable plastics were used for body construction.
According to Paul Faithfull, iRacer project manager the use of materials such as fabrics has limited scope for road use, but has major benefits for racing. “Imagine being able to change your bodywork in minutes, with a new body stretched over the framework, changing the color, sponsors or just effecting rapid repairs. It is also extremely light as compared with almost all alternative materials.”
600kg is the weight of the concept (1,323 lbs), it is 3.6 meters long and is rear-wheel-driven. Due to its Lithium Phosphate battery the motor is able to make 80kW (109 PS) and 1,000Nm at the wheels. The 0 – 60mph sprint is supposed to take under 5 seconds and top speed is limited to 177km/h.
The debut of iRacer will be made at the EV Cup one-make race car series releasing in 2011.
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