A New Kid on the Block
During World War II there was a popular Ford commercial plastered over billboards throughout the nation that read something like:
"There's a Ford in your future
But the Ford you have now
Is the Ford of your past
So you better make it last"
And after the war ended in 1945 and ever since there have been Fords. And probably in the years to come there will still be Ford's.
However, the United States is staggering under high gasoline prices and a faltering economy. The American public is demanding more fuel-efficient automobiles. At the same time, Americans are accustomed to speed, power, and comfort. They do not want to sacrifice these amenities to the god of efficient fuel consumption. Essentially, they want to eat their automotive cake and have it too.
So manufacturers all over the world are trying to produce automobiles that will satisfy both the demand for low fuel consumption and the lust for speed, power, and comfort. Consequently, there are now some new kids on the block and some of them are a little strange indeed.
Imagine yourself driving home from work. As you weave in and out of the rush hour traffic suddenly you are involved in a fender bender. You look at the car you just sideswiped. You look again. Did you run into a car or a fighter jet? But if you ran into a fighter jet, it has no wings. Is that your fault? What will you tell your insurance company?
If you think you ran into a fighter jet, relax. You have only encountered an Acabion GTBO.
The Acabion made its debut at the 2006 Geneva Motor Show.It was the brainchild of an automotive engineer who previously worked with Porsche, BMW and Mercedes-Benz. The GTBO has the sleek appearance of a fighter jet minus the wings.
However, what is outstanding about the Acabion is its performance. Five models will be available starting with the GTBO 36. The 36 is capable of reaching 340 miles per hour, however, it has been electronically limited to 280 mph.
An unusual feature is the fuel economy accompanying the speed. The fuel tank has a capacity of 90 liters. If driven at the sensible speed of sixty miles per hour, the GTBO can travel 1,490 miles without refueling.
A unique feature of the GTBO is its lightweight construction accompanied by high power. The GTBO 36 weighs only 790 pounds but is capable of developing 360 horsepower. This is over 1000 horsepower per ton. The GTBO 70 develops over 2000 horsepower per ton.
Speed is not the only factor however. A safe, efficient car must be capable of intricate maneuvering and handle well at all speeds. The GTBO not only fulfills this requirement but is even equipped with an electrical motor to provide maneuvering power at low speeds.
The interior of the GTBO provides all of the amenities common to conventional cars. It is even equipped with a computer system with digital storage for portable media devices.
From the basic 36 to the top of the line 70, the GTBO offers an attractive combination of sleek appearance, astonishing high performance and decadent comfort.
