GEM Peapod Electric Car, or Alien Head? Click the above image to view the Peapod image gallery.
So apparently, Chrysler’s own GEM is going to be mass-producing the GEM Peapod for worldwide distribution, around 2010. Before I start, let me preface with the minor detail that Autocar.co.uk, (the source for this post, and in the above link) did not source this information, we will do our best to scour the internet to find whom from Chrysler actually said this.
This proposed EV will have a 40 mile range, and for most city-drivers that seems plenty. It will also be electronically limited to 25 mph. So, who drives 40 miles going 25 mph anyways? Supposedly, it will be available for purchase sometime in 2010, as a one-seater, two-seater and utility van.
Global Electric Motorcars (GEM) has been developing neighborhood electric vehicles (or NEVs) for some time now, with over 38,000 units currently in use, and over 150 current dealers. The Peapod will be produced in existing factories.
