Take a look at the zippy, innovative electric car that is generating a lot of interest—while it isn’t for everyone, it is certainly filling a need for cleaner transportation around the world.
Filling a Niche
It’s a novel idea: the quiet, reliable zero-emissions of the electric car for use in small communities and towns, and in college campuses and industrial parks where it’s necessary to have a vehicle for short quick jaunts—and then plug it in for a recharge until its ready to go again. Do this day after week after month and never again make a trip to a gas station.
2006 GEM e2 Specifications and Details
Zero-emission Neighborhood Electric Vehicle (NEV)
MSRP: $6995
Driving Range: Up to 30 miles
Dual Speed Range: Low: 0-15 mph and High: 0-25 mph
Electronically controlled 25-mph top speed
Low-speed setting allows 15-mph top speed
Seats 2 occupants
Special Features
- Regenerative Braking System (RBS) improves battery and brake life, while increasing vehicle range.
- Onboard 72-volt DC ‘smart charger’ plugs into any 110-volt 15 amp outlet for convenient charging.
- May be eligible for incentives or grants from clean-air districts or other governmental agencies.
- Equipped with six 12-volt electrolyte deep-cycle batteries.
Other GEM Models
2006 GEM e4:
MSRP: $8,995
Same specs as e2 but seats four occupants.
2006 GEM e6:
MSRP: $12,495
Same specs as e2 but seats four occupants with additional battery options.
2006 GEM eL Specs:
MSRP: $8,995
Same specs as e2: seats two occupants with larger cargo hauling area in rear, like a pick-up truck.
2006 GEM eS Specs:
MSRP: $7,745
Same specs as e2: seats two occupants with shorter-bed hauling area than eL.
