LONDON TAXI - SPICE UP YOUR LIFE!
Remember the historic London Taxi? Well it's about to go electric!
The globally renowned icon has been ferrying around Londoners for decades, with the most recent global spotlight shining on it at the 2014 Olympics where super girl group Spice Girls entertained the world as they popped out of their bespoke vehicles during their electrifying performance.
The original London Taxi, image via londonprivatetours.org
Now it's the all-new London Taxi to experience the electric zap!
The new model has been confirmed by the London Taxi Company, TX5.
Completely redesigned from the ground up, including new platform architecture and a state-of-the-art plug-in powertrain. It uses a three-cylinder petrol engine as a generator for a large battery pack and electric motors- allowing a pure EV range of over 110 kilometres. It also features 6-passenger seats and is fully wheelchair compatible.
Design cues are drawn from 60 years of style, including a similar vertical front grille, rounded headlights with a more upright stance and chrome touches. Interior design is still under consideration, though a 6-seat layout has been confirmed, alongside the large panoramic glass roof to provide a more premium experience.
The New London Taxi, image via autoexpress.co.uk
We can't wait for the new model, which should hit London streets ion 2017; in time to meet strict new London emission legislation.
The Spice Girls London Taxi during the 2014 Olympics Performance, image via dailymail.co.uk