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When we think of electric cars, we think of them as being slow. The recent Japan Record setter for electric cars, the ZERO EV Formula, was made to
change your mind. The Silver body, made of FRP (fiber-glass re-enforced plastic), outlines smooth curves inspiring a futuristic dream straight out of the
world of anime and model cars. The space occupancy of the motor is less than half, even when compared with a compact car. No radiator, no oil-pump,
and no oil pan mean more freedom with design. Zero-Sports are known for the manufacturing of Subaru aftermarket tuning parts. Why did such a
manufacturer end up challenging the speed record for electric cars? "We aftermarket manufacturers perform as material makers dangling under the auto
manufacturers. Any big changes in the auto market leave us wounded. We felt we should take a shot from the other side. The challenge of our electric
cars started about five years ago. Being a small manufacturer with limited work force, material, and monetary resources, we were having a hard time with
the development of the car. The situation changed in the Spring of '99, when we were able to get an engineer perfect for leading such a project.” -
President Nakajima Hideo Seko, the Chief Editor of Developmental-Design and Production: "For 20 years, I worked for an auto parts manufacturer- 10
years in research on ceramics as part of engine components and another 10 years of research on electric automobiles such as fuel cells, electrodes,
etc. Then, I found out that Zero-Sports was gathering some ideas toward the production of an electric car, so I took a chance and knocked on their door.”
[Via Zerosports-america.com]

ZERO/SPORTS has set up Electric Vehicle R&D Department in
1998 with a vision for the future of automotive industry. In
December of 2000, ZERO/SPORTS electric formula car
achieved the second fastest record of 276.6km/h (the national
record in Japan), only after GM's record of 293km/h.

In September 2003, ZERO/SPORTS released Elexceed RS,
one-seater electric vehicle, and became the 17th largest auto
maker in Japan, recognized by Ministry of Land, Infrastructure
and Transport. In 2004, ZERO/SPORTS donated Series type
hybrid vehicle for Aichi Expo. In June 2005, Elexceed RS with
high performance Lithium ion was released, as ZERO/SPORTS
continues to seek for creative customizing solutions while
coexisting with the nature.
EDO Performance is the sole distributor for ZERO/SPORTS in
North America.