Did you know that there are only around one hundred reported electric
boat manufacturers combined in the US and Europe?
Even with electricity's relative youth in transportation, that's a bit surprising.
Still, it's a growing industry, and innovation always brings in new blood.
Innovation such as the first of its kind luxury e-boat from Arc.
It promises longer ranges, faster acceleration,
and better performance than its contemporaries.
And stick around until the end for a look at our honorable mentions.
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After Global Warming became a core concern for many, Tesla was the most notable for
stepping up to the plate and delivering on what people were asking for.
Even now, they remain a core figure in the marketplace,
holding twenty-three percent of the battery-electric market in 2020.
So it's no surprise that a few employees from Elon Musk's other venture,
SpaceX, would branch out and start their own company.
While not in the same wheelhouse, Arc devotes itself to marine vessels instead of space.
They know that with electricity, they can make a quieter,
easier-to-maintain boat without air, water, or noise pollution.
Introducing to you the Arc One.
The Arc One is a sleek-looking vessel with dual tones, a tan deck, and white upholstery.
It takes from that classic speedboat style but brings a more modern spin.
This is the company's first project aimed at the luxury market
specifically to be better "...than any boat in its class," as Arc says.
So how does it stack up?
Well, information is a bit tight-lipped right now as the company prepares for the release. However,
we know that Arc is planning to incorporate three hundred and seventy-three kilo-Watt motor.
That equates to a top speed of around thirty-four knots
with a battery size of two hundred and twenty kilo-Watt hours.
They say the battery has three times the capacity of a Tesla Model
Y and is suitable for voyages of up to five hours.
In more practical terms, they say that if you were to be in the middle of Lake Tahoe,
you could reach any shore with less than five percent of the battery's capacity.
To put that into perspective, Lake Tahoe would have more than ten miles
from its furthest shore while at the center.
And if you do start to get low on power,
a warning will give you a heads up to help you from being stranded.
As far as charging goes, it supports levels one through three
electric charging and uses a Combined Charging System, or CCS type one.
The question arises on their FAQ of how the Arc One is safe since water
and electricity usually spell disaster for those involved.
To which they respond, "all electrical components are watertight sealed."
They also point out that charging docks have been around for a while,
so it isn't new for the industry.
Up to twelve people can cruise on this craft that measures out to over seven meters long,
but it should be noted that they state the Arc One was designed for freshwater rivers and lakes.
The company states in their FAQ that you can take the Arc One out on seawater.
Still, it will require more maintenance and cleaning,
and you should avoid the large ocean waves if you value your safety.
Even though it runs on electricity and eliminates nearly all emissions and noise,
it still creates a healthy wake for wakeboarders and water-skiers if that's your thing.
Right now, Arc is focusing on releasing the Arc One as a limited edition luxury cruiser,
so there will be far and few between once it releases in the summer of 2022.
If you're interested and have a vault of money to spend,
the Arc One is looking at a price of around three hundred thousand dollars.
And just in case you're not a money mogul, then
perhaps the mass-market version Arc has planned will be more favorable.
Although that is still a while away, they are focusing almost entirely
on the Arc One right now.
Thanks for watching, and head on down to the comments to let us know what you think.
Are you excited about the future of boating alternatives?
Does Arc One stack up to your expectations? Do you think electricity is ready to meet the water yet?
Your feedback is always appreciated.
And stick around for our honorable mentions!
And because of the strides they have taken toward that societally noble goal,
Candela produces more than just a single ferry model.
Using their hydrofoil technology, they create public transit such as the P-30,
but they also have a personal speedboat. The Candela C-7 is the world's first
all-electric long-range speedboat. With the hydrofoil system combined with a
flight control system that mimics airplanes, the C-7 cruises silently atop the waves.
The C-7 boasts a range of 50 nautical miles at 22 knots with a top speed of 30 knots.
When you can clip waves like that with 0 emissions
per nautical mile, would you ever go back?
We start with a company that holds true to traditional maritime craftsmanship
while embracing the new era of smart design and sustainable materials.
X Shore isn't looking to reinvent what works, but they certainly see value in changing things.
The design of the Eelex 8000 immediately reflects those sentiments.
The ship's design was inspired by classic motorboats while dialing it up
a bit and fitting the modern echelon.
A commendable cruising speed of 25 knots with
a top speed of 35 knots ensures fun and efficiency.
And that fun will take you up to 100+ nautical miles before you need a recharge.
Thankfully you can do so in less than two and a half hours.
We come to our final stop. I hope you enjoyed the ride until this point.
Before I let you go, why don't we take a gander at one last original gadget that breaks the mold?
Traditionally, workboats of our era and before
are primarily limited by the exponential fuel consumption to speed ratio.
Engines with some heft could dole out more speed
at the expense of payload size and much higher fuel usage.
That's where Advanced Aerodynamic Vessels, AKA A2V, come in. They don't like being
confined by industry standards, and so they have decided not to be.
They are changing the rules as we know them, and we have taken notice.
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