British eco car set for 2010 launch

A NEW four seater eco car built from lightweight materials should be on the market by 2010.

The Axon uses a tiny 500cc engine to give a fantastic 100 miles per gallon plus a top speed of 90 miles an hour.

The British-design will be built in Northamptonshire and was unveiled at the Sexy Green Car Show in Cornwall.

It’s made from recycled carbon fibre – the same lightweight stuff used to make the bodies of Formula 1 cars.

And it has also been wind-tunnel tested to make it as aerodynamic as possible

The two cylinder engine has only 43bhp, but that should be enough to help it keep up with other traffic because of the light weight.

It will meet the latest emissions standards, emitting only 70g/km of carbon dioxide according to the makers.

The projected cost is just under £11,000 and you can place an order now.

Interior

There is space for two adults and two children in child seats, and if the rear seats are not being used, this versatile design has a removable rear to turn it into a pickup.

The seat covers in the prototype are made from recycled denim and pin-striped suits, and will remain an option.

FAST FACTS

Price: £10,900

Mechanical: 43bhp, 500cc, 2 cyl petrol driving front wheels via 5 speed manual gearbox

Max speed: 90mph

0-62mph: N/A

Combined mpg: 100

Insurance group: N/A

CO2 emissions: 70g/km

BIK 15%

Warranty: N/A

Marks: 10/10 if the quality is there

Main Rival: VW Polo Bluemotion.