Dendrobium doesn't want to be just another electric sports car

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Equipped with a “zero emissions” engine, the Dendrobium made itself known to journalists at the Geneva Motor Show.

Unknown to many, Vanda Electrics is a Singapore-based company engaged in the production of electric scooters and small goods vehicles, and now turns to electric supersports. The new dendrobium it is the first prototype from this company that came to Geneva to make itself known.

The name “Dendrobium” is inspired by a genus of orchids quite common in Southeast Asia.

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In this transition to supercar production, Vanda Electrics has the invaluable help of Williams Martini Racing's engineering department, Williams Advanced Engineering. Dendrobium is equipped with two electric motors, one on each axis.

Although the ultimate power is unknown, Vanda Electrics points to breathtaking performances: 2.7 seconds from 0-100 km/h and a top speed of 320 km/h.

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Inside, the finishing was in charge of the Scottish Bridge of Weir Leather.

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Visually, more than the carbon fiber body and the LED elements that run along the rear, it's impossible not to notice the opening of the doors and the roof, an architecture that lives up to the car's name.

Although it is a prototype, the responsible of the brand are confident in the possibility of moving towards a production model. In this sense, the Geneva Motor Show is the ultimate test by fire. Will Dendrobium pass this first test with flying colors?

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