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Longbow: Ex-Tesla and lucid Executives Launch British EV Sports Car Brand
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Jakarta – Former Tesla engineers Daniel Davy and Mark Tapscott are making waves wiht their new venture, Longbow. The company is set to produce high-performance electric sports cars, and its very existence appears to be a intentional jab at Elon Musk’s Tesla.
Introducing the Featherweight Electric Vehicle (FEV) Category
Longbow is introducing the world to the newly-created featherweight Electric Vehicle (FEV) category with their speedster and Roadster models.Thes electric vehicles embody a sporty and dynamic driving experiance.
The Longbow Roadster emerges as a direct challenger to the perpetually delayed Tesla Roadster. The prototype for the Tesla Roadster was showcased in 2017, with an initial debut planned for 2020. However, production of the second-generation Tesla Roadster continues to face delays.
A Deliberate ‘Prick’ at Tesla
Daniel Davy has stated that Longbow’s emergence is a deliberate “prick” aimed at the continuously delayed Tesla Roadster.
“Many consumers have put down deposits for roadsters that they can’t get,”
Daniel Davy, TopGear, March 13, 2025
Davy further elaborated on Longbow’s intentions:
“So we thought we would be the first electric Roadster to actually follow the Tesla Roadster. If people want to get their $250,000 deposits back for a 2020 car and put it into something better, they’ll get it sooner with us. They are welcome to do so. Our Roadster will be on the ground first.”
Daniel Davy, TopGear, March 13, 2025
Longbow Speedster: Performance and Range
The Longbow Speedster leads the charge. This two-seat vehicle, devoid of a windshield or roof, boasts an estimated range of 275 miles (420 km) based on WLTP standards. Weighing in at a mere 1,973 pounds (895 kg), it accelerates from 0-60 mph (0-96 km/h) in a blistering 3.5 seconds. This performance rivals some of the fastest supercars and matches the Tesla Model Y Performance.
The Longbow Roadster: A Hardtop choice
Following the Speedster, Longbow will shift its focus to the hardtop version, aptly named the Roadster. This model is slightly heavier,tipping the scales at 2,193 pounds (994 kg),resulting in a 0.1-second slower acceleration. However, it compensates with a slightly extended range of 5 additional miles.
Pricing and Availability
Reservations are now open for both models. The Speedster is priced at approximately $110,000 (Rp 1.8 billion), inclusive of local UK VAT, while the Roadster is available for around $84,000 (Rp 1.3 billion with VAT).
Longbow Models: Key Specifications
| Model | Weight | 0-60 mph | Range (WLTP) | Price (approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| speedster | 1,973 lbs (895 kg) | 3.5 seconds | 275 miles (420 km) | $110,000 |
| Roadster | 2,193 lbs (994 kg) | 3.6 seconds | 280 miles (450 km) | $84,000 |
Longbow EV: Your Questions Answered About the New British Sports car Brand
Longbow, a new British EV sports car brand founded by former Tesla and Lucid executives, is making headlines. Here’s everything you need to know about their mission, their cars, and how they plan to challenge Tesla.
What is Longbow EV?
Longbow is a British electric vehicle company created by Daniel Davy and Mark Tapscott, both formerly of Tesla and Lucid motors. The company aims to