Forget Hybrids, Check Out This Badass ZEV (Zero Emission Vehicle)

Written by Linda

SAM All images: Cree

We’re always looking for new cleaner, greener ways of traveling and have just come across this nifty little number by Swiss car company, Cree.

SAM, as the car is called, is a patented Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) approved for all public roads. Designed and created by Cree after an inordinate number of queries from potential customers, SAM was developed as an environmentally sound transport option.

SAM front view

With its reverse tri wheel configuration and room for only one, SAM looks more like a Robin Reliant crossed with a Sinclair C5 than an innovative concoction fit for the 21st century, but, along with its eco credentials, the Dolorian-style doors and availability of color ways are its saving grace.

SAM various colours

Unfortunately, the space-age looking car is still in prototype stage. Cree are currently looking for interested investors with a view to mass-producing the car and making it available world-wide. So, if you know of anyone cashed-up and willing, spread the word.

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California Hybrids (not verified) says:

Aug 29th, 2008 at 7pm

all I have to say is WOW and BADASS!

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Susan (not verified) says:

Aug 21st, 2008 at 1pm

Three wheels, 2 doors, and one battery. Great. If you live in a dense urban area and don't need to drive more than 25 miles a day or more than 35 miles per hour. And, of course, never plan to be run into by a delivery van backing out of an alley or carry the kids to day care. It's not exactly a family car!

The SAM looks like a load of fun for someone who might otherwise get a motorscooter or would take the bus if only it ran more conveniently. But the reality of the US is that suburbs connected by highways (and with very limited bus service) are very popular places to live, that many people have families and that we tend to grocery shop for the week rather than for the next meal. All of these factors mean that for the majority of people, this type of vehicle would not be a practical primary car. We drive too far, too fast, and carry too much stuff with us.