Scalar Efficiency SCR1 electrical race automotive debuts at SEMA

Electrical race automobiles have gotten established in skilled collection like System E, however Canada’s Scalar Efficiency is specializing in membership racing for its new zero-emission racer.

Unveiled this week on the 2022 SEMA present, the Scalar Efficiency SCR1 is the primary automotive authorised by the Nationwide Auto Sport Affiliation (NASA) to be used in its Tremendous Touring Sequence, Scalar stated. That is a road-racing collection aimed extra at fanatics than professional drivers.

The SCR1 is predicated on the Toyota GR86, with Scalar having taken out the flat-4 engine and changed it with an electrical powertrain. A single motor sends 328 hp and 345 lb-ft of torque to the rear wheels via a Torsen limited-slip differential and racing-style straight-cut gears.

The SCR1 is extra highly effective than a GR86, but additionally a bit heavier, with a quoted curb weight of three,040 lb. Nonetheless, Scalar expects it to be a lot faster than the gasoline sports activities automotive, with a 0-60 mph time of three.9 seconds, in comparison with 6.1 seconds for a manual-transmission GR86. High velocity is 165 mph.

A 65-kwh battery pack will present no less than 45 minutes of observe time, Scalar estimates. The SCR1 can DC quick cost at 150 kw. Scalar listed a “recharge time” of lower than 20 minutes, however that doubtless refers to an 80% cost, fairly than a full cost, as is typical with DC fast-charging {hardware}.

Stopping energy is offered by 6-piston entrance and 4-piston rear brake calipers. Scalar additionally added its personal suspension system with Ohlins dampers. The corporate claims weight distribution is just like a mid-engine automotive.

Security options embody a fire-suppression system built-in with the battery pack, roll cage, and 6-point harnesses. Scalar additionally claims “business main thermal administration” to stop overheating of the pack.

Scalar plans to start deliveries in summer time 2023, beginning with 10 Founder Version automobiles. The corporate is accepting functions for these construct slots via Dec. 31, which requires a $5,000 deposit on a $210,000 buy value.