The Arcimoto FUV is a battery-electric, three-wheeled motorcycle produced by Arcimoto since 2019.[1] It has a top speed of 75 mph (121 km/h) and an estimated range of 102 miles (164 km) in an urban environment.[2][3]
| Arcimoto FUV | |
|---|---|
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Arcimoto |
| Production | 2019–present |
| Assembly | United States: Eugene, Oregon |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Microcar, Three-wheeled motorcycle |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | Electric motor |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 79 in (2,007 mm) |
| Length | 114 in (2,896 mm) |
| Width | 59 in (1,499 mm) |
| Height | 67 in (1,702 mm) |
| Curb weight | 1,799 lb (816 kg) |
The vehicle takes the form of a car and a motorcycle combined into a tricycle with two wheels on the front and a single wheel on the opposite side and a motorcycle-like twistgrip drive. The narrow and high body was designed to accommodate two passengers in seats placed one behind the other.[1][4]
History
editThe creation of the first production Arcimoto car was preceded by a 12-year construction process, which was initiated by a series of 6 prototypes, presented successively as a development of the previous one.[5] The final result of this work was the Arcimoto FUV model, presented in February 2019, deriving its name from the abbreviation of the words Fun Utility Vehicle, expressing the character of the vehicle.[6] The FUV went on sale in the United States, just after its market debut in February 2019.[7] The price for the cheapest copy was set at $17.9 thousand.[8]
In July 2021, a pre-production unit supporting autonomous driving without the participation of the driver was presented.[9]
Vehicle
editThe FUV's 77 hp (57 kW) electric motor allows a top speed of 75 mph (121 km/h) and acceleration to 60 mph (97 km/h) in 7.5 seconds.[2][7] Arcimoto measures its range in a city environment at 102 miles (164 km). The lithium-ion battery with a capacity of 20 kWh also allows the driver to drive at 55 mph (89 km/h) for 66 miles (106 km) and at 70 mph (110 km/h) for 32 miles (51 km) on a single charge.[2][3][10]
The structure of the body was formed by exposed piping with a large windshield.[citation needed]
Variants
editIn 2021, the offer of body variants of FUV was also extended to include a delivery variant called Arcimoto Deliverator, as well as a model with an open body without windows called Arcimoto Roadster.[11]
References
edit- ^ a b Toll, Micah (31 May 2021), "Arcimoto FUV 3-wheeled electric vehicle: Joyriding in this electric fun-mobile (with video)", Electrek, retrieved 11 April 2024
- ^ a b c "The Fun Utility Vehicle". Arcimoto. Archived from the original on 20 January 2024.
- ^ a b Gitlin, Jonathan M. (9 January 2016). "The Arcimoto FUV electric vehicle is the most fun thing we did at CES". Ars Technica. Condé Nast. Retrieved 16 August 2019.
- ^ Muller, Joann (24 September 2021). "What we're driving: Arcimoto FUV". Axios. Retrieved 23 October 2021.
- ^ "History". Arcimoto. Retrieved 23 October 2021.
- ^ Roberson, Bill (13 August 2021). "Ride Review: Arcimoto's Smile-Generating 'Fun Utility Vehicle' Is Surprisingly Practical - And Fun". Forbes. Retrieved 23 October 2021.
- ^ a b Toll, Micah (7 February 2019). "Arcimoto opens retail sales for electric 'Fun Utility Vehicle', sets goal for $11,900 price". Electrek. Retrieved 23 October 2021.
- ^ Danko, Pete (14 December 2020). "Eugene manufacturer Arcimoto targets Florida". The Business Journals. Retrieved 23 October 2021.
- ^ "Arcimoto Demonstrates First Driverless FUV, Debuts Production Roadster and Arcimoto Flatbed at FUV and Friends Summer Showcase". Business Wire. 28 July 2021. Retrieved 23 October 2021.
- ^ "Arcimoto Begins Retail Production and Delivery of Ultra-Efficient, Pure-Electric Fun Utility Vehicles". www.businesswire.com. 19 September 2019.
- ^ "Arcimoto Demonstrates First Driverless FUV and Debuts New Vehicles". Future Transport-News. 30 July 2021. Retrieved 23 October 2021.