City Transformer CT1 is a shape-shifting electric micro car that folds into tight spots. CT-1 is a two-seater foldable electric vehicle with dimensions of 250L/153H/140W cm while unfolded and 250L/143H/100W cm when folded. The model was introduced in August 2021.
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CT-1 is powered by two electric motors of 7.5 kW and weighs 450 kg without a battery and 590 kg with a battery. The wide mode is designated for open roads where the vehicle can reach a speed of 90 km/h and the narrow mode is designated for urban heavy traffic and for parking in narrow spaces.
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The founders then created a two-seater electric vehicle that changed its width while driving. The CT-1 was a groundbreaking prototype for urban mobility, featuring a compact design for easy parking and foldable technology for tight spaces.
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It aimed to reduce emissions and noise pollution, setting the stage for the advanced CT-2 model, which now redefines city transportation. In unfolded mode, it’s 1.4 meters wide and can reach a top speed of 90 kilometers per hour.
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To get it into the folded mode, the car’s speed needs to be between 9-48 km/h and the driver just has to press a button for two seconds, shrinking the CT-1’s width to just 1 m.
While the CT-1 remained a prototype, it offered a glimpse into a cleaner, smarter urban lifestyle. The CT is available for pre-order worldwide with a deposit of $160, while the purchase price stands at $17,400.
