Caterham Cars has unveiled the AeroSeven Concept at the SingTel Singapore Grand Prix. The concept will be the first ever Caterham model to be fitted with traction control. Thanks to a newly developed Caterham Engine Management System, drivers will be able to enjoy fully-adjustable traction and launch control functionality.
Based on an updated interpretation of the highly acclaimed Seven CSR platform, the carbon-fibre bodied concept vehicle, which will reach 100kmph in under 4 seconds, will initially draw its power from the naturally aspirated 237bhp engine developed by Caterham Technology & Innovation for the recently launched Caterham Seven 485.
The AeroSeven Concept is stacked with race car-inspired features, including aerodynamic styling, an exclusive steering wheel with driver-focussed functionality, and an intuitive fully active Graphical Display Unit (GDU).
Achieving a delicate balance between inspiring performance and stringent EU6 emissions regulations, the 237bhp Ford Duratec-based engine which will power the vehicle initially delivers its peak power at 8,500rpm, helping to propel the AeroSeven Concept to 100kph in under 4 seconds. Over the coming months, project engineers will be assessing a number of powerplant options for the final production version. The Caterham Engine Management System is completely adjustable via steering wheel mounted controls.
The interior of the vehicle gets a brand new fully active graphical display unit (GDU) developed by Caterham Technology & Innovation integrates all display and instrumentation in a high-resolution, centrally mounted unit. It displays information such as engine speed, gear selection, vehicle speed, traction and brake settings, fuel and oil levels in a smart, intuitive ‘next-generation’, real-time 3D rendered display. Additionally, the race-inspired steering wheel incorporates ‘Road’ mode, ‘Flash-to-Pass’ and ‘Pit Lane Speed Limiter’ functions.
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