New Dutch boating company Edorado Marine has unveiled its first product – an electric speedboat that floats above the water (+ slideshow).
The Edorado 7S uses hydrofoil technology – meaning that as the craft gains speed, the foils on its hull lift it out of the water. This decreases drag and in turn increases maximum speed and range.
"The hydrofoil design minimises the required power-up to 40 knots," said the boat's designer Tom Speer, a former competitor in the America's Cup. "It is stable in pitch, heave and roll, so the boat's safety doesn't depend on an active control system, which would be complex, redundant and expensive."
Edorado 7S is the product of a two-year project by a multidisciplinary team of design experts and engineers, who aimed to create a sport boat that is both high-quality and sustainable.
A minimal approach was taken with the aesthetic elements of the boat, which features a sleek silver exterior contrasting with yellow leather seating.
"Applying advanced technologies and clever design has produced a fast electric sport boat that finally delivers the performance the market demands," said partner Scott Ruck. "The Edorado 7S is not just a new boat, it's a whole new boating experience."
Although not currently on the market, Edorado is taking preorders for the Edorado 7S, and is preparing for the construction of its first production series.
Interest in electric transport is increasing, and a shift to electric power would mirror the car industry, where battery-powered vehicles by brands including Tesla are gaining ground.
This was echoed by Paul Priestman, co-founder of London transport design studio PriestmanGoode, who told Dezeen that advances in electric motors could see jet aeroplanes replaced by battery-powered craft, ushering in a new era of personalised electric flying machines.
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