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The Frauscher x Porsche 850 Fantom Air is a high-performance luxury electric boat like no other. Porsche presented its electric sports boat to the public, allowing test runs for the first time.
“The electric version of the Fantom Air is better than the version with an internal combustion engine in all driving characteristics, such as top speed, acceleration and handling – and at the same time locally emission-free,” Stefan Frauscher, managing director of Frauscher Shipyard, explained.
Porsche and Frauscher teamed up to create an electric sports boat using drive technology from the upcoming Porsche Macan EV.
Although Frauscher has been building electric boats since 1955, the partnership will help push the segment further.
Stefan Frauscher, also the grandson of the company’s founder, says, “Electric drives are increasingly important in our industry.” He said customers are pleased with electric boats because of their silence, lack of emissions, and reliability.
The electric boat has the same dimensions (8.67m long X 2.49m wide) as the 585 daycruiser but is fitted with components from the Porsche Macan EV, due out next year.
Porsche says it has further adapted its drive technology designed for future road vehicles to use on the water.
Based on the upcoming all-electric Macan
The electric boat pulls components from Porsche’s PPE platform, which the Macan will ride on. This includes the electric motor (limited to 400 kW), battery, and power electronics.
The 100 kWh battery, adopted from the Macan, is situated under the lounge area at the rear end. Porsche included a branded waterproof box to protect the motor from the elements.
Porsche programmed the boat with different drive modes (like its vehicles) that can be useful in certain situations, including Docking, Range, Sport, and Sport Plus.
Each mode will alter the throttle response with different speed limits. For example, docking mode limits speeds to eight knots.
According to Porsche, the optimal cruising speed is 22 knots, providing about an hour of travel time. Sport Plus mode enables the highest top speed, which is capped at 46 knots.
With a mix of slow and high-speed travel, you can expect “about two to three hours” driving time, depending on the profile.
Thanks to Porsche’s 800V technology, the electric boat can be charged from 10% to 80% in “well under 30 minutes.” Frauscher and Porsche experts say charging is available in the most common places. There is also an 11 kW AC charger on board that comes standard.
Porsche designed the electric boat to include elements from its iconic 911. The two leather seats are designed by Studio F.A. Porsche, including raised backrests, integrated headrests, and an embroidered crest inspired by sports car seats.
The electric boat also includes features like a swimming platform at the rear, a lounge area, a 12-inch display screen, LED underwater lighting, and a cooling compartment.
Porsche tests first electric sports boat as orders open
Porsche presented the electric boat for the first time, allowing people to test it at Lake Garda.
Orders for the Frauscher x Porsche 850 Fantom Air are now open for the first 25 “first edition” models. Those interested can visit frauscherxporsche.com.
Prices start at €561,700 ($593,800), with the first customer deliveries expected to begin next year.
The boat will be built at Frauscher shipyard in Austria while the shipyard company is handling sales and logistics.
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Tesla’s retro-futuristic diner with Superchargers and giant movie screens is ready to open, and I have to admit, it looks pretty sick.
This project has been in the works for a long time.
In 2018, Elon Musk said that Tesla planned to open an “old school drive-in, roller skates & rock restaurant at one of the new Tesla Supercharger locations in Los Angeles.” It was yet another “Is he joking?” kind of Elon Musk idea, but he wasn’t kidding.
A few months later, Tesla applied for building permits for “a restaurant and Supercharger station” at a location in Santa Monica. However, the project stalled for a long time, apparently due to local regulations.
Nevertheless, Tesla still moved forward with a Supercharger at the location, but it had to move the diner project to Hollywood. In 2022, Tesla filed the construction plans with the city, giving us the first look at what the automaker intends to build.
In 2023, the automaker broke ground on the site of the diner.
7 years after being originally announced, the project appears now ready to open:
Musk said that he ate at the diner last night and claimed that it is “one of the coolest spots in LA.” He didn’t say when it will open, but Tesla vehicles have been spotted at Supercharger and people appear to be testing the dinning experience inside.
A Tesla Optimus Robot can be seen inside the diner on a test rack. It looks like Tesla might use one for some tasks inside the diner.
Earlier this year, Tesla integrated the diner into its mobile app – hinting at some interaction through the app – possibly ordering from it.
Electrek’s Take
I think it looks pretty cool. I am a fan of the design and concept.
However, considering the state of the Tesla community, I don’t think I’d like the vibes. That said, it looks like Tesla isn’t prominently pushing its branding on the diner.
You can come and charge there, but it looks like Tesla is also aiming to get a wider clientele just for dining.
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Hyundai’s electric minivan is finally out in the open. The Staria EV was caught without camo near Hyundai’s R&D center in Korea, giving us a closer look at the electric minivan undisguised.
Hyundai’s electric minivan drops camo ahead of debut
The Staria arrived in 2021 as the successor to the Starex, Hyundai’s multi-purpose vehicle (MPV). Although the Staria has received several updates throughout the years, 2026 will be its biggest by far.
Hyundai will launch the Staria EV, its first electric minivan. Like the current model, the 2026 Staria will be available in several different configurations, including cargo, passenger, and even a camper version.
We’ve seen the Staria EV out in public a few times already. Last month, we got a glimpse of it while driving on public roads in Korea.
Despite the camouflage, new EV-like design elements were visible, including updated LED headlights and a full-length light bar. Although it’s still unclear, the electric version appears to be roughly the same size as the current Staria from the side, but slightly wider from the front.
New images posted on the South Korean forum Clien reveal a test car, expected to be Hyundai’s Staria electric minivan, without camo.
Like most Hyundai test cars, the prototype has a black front and a grey body. It still features a similar look to other prototypes we’ve seen, but you can clearly see the new facelift.
Earlier this year, a Staria EV was spotted in a parking lot in Korea, featuring a similar look. The electric version is nearly identical to the Staria Lounge, but with an added charge port and closed-off grille.
The Hyundai Staria EV is expected to make its global debut later this year. Technical details have yet to be revealed, but it’s expected to feature either a 76 kWh or 84 kWh battery, providing a range of around 350 km (217 miles) to 400 km (249 miles).
Hyundai’s electric SUV arrives after Kia introduced its first electric van, the PV5, which launched in Europe and Korea earlier this year.
In Europe, the Kia Passenger PV5 model is available with two battery pack options: 51.5 kWh and 71.2 kWh, providing WLTP ranges of 179 miles and 249 miles, respectively. The Cargo version has a WLTP range of 181 miles or 247 miles.
Source: TheKoreanCarBlog, Clien
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