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					The 'Maranello4' 
					is an innovative new petrol, diesel or electric-powered 'city car' which 
					is developed and built by the EFFEDI Automotive Group, 
					Italy's third largest commercial vehicle manufacturer. 
					 
					
					The Maranello4 is designed to be driven in the city, giving 
					the user freedom of movement, and ease of parking.
					
					The suspensions, the tyres and the daily lights have all 
					been developed to ensure reduced overall power consumption. 
					Technology, ergonomics and design are combined to give 
					maximum comfort. The independent suspension provides a 
					smooth ride, the four disc brakes ensure excellent brake 
					performance. Great visibility and an ergonomic interior 
					allow a comfortable drive while the doors are hinged at the rear 
					to allow easier access. Other key features are the 
					soundproofed interior and the boot design - spacious enough 
					to contain a bicycle. The Maranello4 combines technology and safety, 
					and all models are provided with stainless steel chassis and 
					rtm body. The low barycentre and four independent McPherson 
					struts give it an excellent grip on the road, while the 
					all-wheel disc brakes ensure safety.  
					
					The excellent 
					visual performance of the car is ensured by the ergonomics 
					of the internal space, the driving and seating position, and the 
					high visibility windscreen. The vehicle's height, its bright 
					colours and the third stop-light position guarantee it visibility on the road. 
					
					Just 2.64 metres 
					long it is now branching out of its home Italian market as 
					the electric version is set to be imported into the UK by 
					the Sakura Battery Co Ltd. Homologated as a 'quadricycle', it 
					is 1.44 metres wide and 1.67 metres 
					high. 
					 
					Four power options are available for the Italian market with 
					the Maranello4 models known at the 
					SCB, SCD, SCE and SGB. The SCG is fitted with a Lombardini 
					Euro 2 compliant 505cc petrol engine which has a power 
					output of 15kW, a max speed of 80km/h, and a range of 475km. 
					This tiny petrol engine is also available on an electric-hybrid version (SCB) which has 8 lead-gelled batteries 
					and in electric 'mode' offers 4.5kW power and a top speed of 
					55km/h. Maximum range is 500km. The third version (SCD) has a 
					505cc Lombardini Euro 2 diesel engine. This has a 4kW power 
					output, a top speed of 45km/h, and a range of 600km. 
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					The 'Maranello4' 
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					Finally an all-electric option (SCE) 
					is provoking much interest as city drivers as well as 
					European Union and national legislators, all search for new 
					methods of clean, 
					low emission transportation. This version boasts a 48V, 220 amp lead-acid battery pack which serves to 
					give it a 4.5kW power output, a top speed of 45km/h, and a 
					range of 45-100km. With its easy recharging system 
					all the car's owner requires is access to a standard 
					domestic 
					electricity supply socket. Each of the Maranello4's range of powerplants 
					is coupled up to a 
					continuously variable gearbox and a four wheel drive system. 
					 
					The car comes with a choice of seven 
					paint colour finishes: Sharm Red, Myanmar Yellow, Positano Blue, 
					Namibia Black, Malaga White, Amazonia Green, Lanzarote Grey, 
					Linosa Grey.
					Two specification levels are available: Star and Superstar. 
					The Star 'entry-level' model is very basic but includes as standard: 
					two-speed wipers, rear fog lights, parking lights, locking 
					petrol cap, adjustable seats and headrests, reading lights 
					and diagnostic lights. Superstar also includes: clock, 
					remote control central locking, left- and right-hand door 
					mirrors, inertia-reel seatbelts, passenger assist handles, 
					alloy wheels and a rear deck. Additional options available for 
					both versions include a volumetric anti-theft alarm, spare 
					wheel, jack, parking sensors, GPS navigator, first aid kit, 
					smokers kit, radio/CD player, leather upholstery, metallic 
					paint and a leather- or wood-finished steering wheel. 
					
					The Sakura Battery Co Ltd now plans to 
					import the electric (SCE) version into the UK, spreading 
					this car's appeal well beyond the major Italian cities. 
					Sakura Battery Co. Ltd. was established in 1992, they are 
					the largest supplier of electric bikes in the UK with more 
					than 150 dealers, and are also major suppliers of 
					rechargeable batteries.  
					
					
					The Maranello4 
					SCE is exempt from the London congestion charge and parking 
					is free in many areas. With the saving on fuel, the 
					congestion charge, parking in London and zero road tax, the 
					Maranello4 could almost pay for itself in the first year for 
					many London buyers. "Due to the demand in Europe delivery 
					times are typically around six to eight weeks, but our 
					partners EFFEDI are working to increase production, so we 
					hope by the end of this year no one will have to wait more 
					than four weeks," said Sakura Battery Managing Director Dan Hornby. Sakura will 
					also begin importing the hybrid version from 
					September. The Maranello4 pricing starts at GBP£9,950 
					(US$18,770) on the road and includes a 3-year unlimited 
					mileage warranty and a 2-year warranty on the battery pack. 
  
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