Xiaomi-backed JMEV 01 launched in China as EV roadster with 429 Cv and 1.365 kg
China Car Custom, a Chinese startup backed by smartphone giant Xiaomi, has officially rolled out its first model: a small two-doors sports car with dual electric motors and combined power of 320 kW (429 Cv). It has a curb weight of 1,365 kg and can speed up to 100 km/h in 2.9 seconds. The JMEV 01 became available for purchase in China in a single trim level. Its p rice tag reaches 229,800 yuan ($31,535). A Chinese startup backed by smartphone giant Xiaomi has officially rolled out its first model: the JMEV 01 electric roadster, previously known as SSC SC-01 and unveiled in September 2022. Car tuning startup China Car Custom (工匠派 in Chinese) announced the official launch with a starting price of 229,800 yuan ($31,535). The SC-01 roadster was first revealed in 2022 as a light EV created by a car tuning startup, Tianjin Gongjiangpai Auto Technology (TGAT). The founder of this company, Feng Xiaotong , runs a YouTube channel called China Car Custom. China Car Custom was fou...