dakota Motors’ ultra-luxury EV debuts in the U.S., costing $700 million, more than a Rolls-Royce

an American version of Rolls-Royce? Dacora Motors’ unconventional arrival

in the midst of a seismic shift in the electric vehicle market, Dacora Motors, based in New York’s Hudson Valley, is shaking up the luxury market with a $700,000 (roughly $500,000) ultra-luxury electric sedan. Founded by MIT engineer Christy D’Ambrosio Corell and her partner Eric, the upstart brand is being touted as the most expensive luxury car made in the United States in 100 years.

design: Art Deco meets the future

• collaboration with Pininfarina: Inspired by 1930s streamline modernism, Italian design house Pininfarina gives it a modern twist
• details: A blend of classic and futuristic silhouettes with a wooden bonnet, round headlamps, convex fenders, and horizontal taillamps
• innovative architecture: 7.5-inch high ground clearance (SUV-like), traditional sedan body, AI-sensitive design with front grille and no door handles

performance: monster specs that surpass Tesla

• 800 hp+ peak output and 400 miles (644 km)of range, surpassing the Tesla Model S
• 0-60 mph acceleration in under 4 seconds, impressive for a 2.9-ton sedan
• hybrid powertrain option available in the future

the ultimate in customizable luxury: ‘Luxury that changes’

• • seating configurations: 3-6 passengers, driver’s seat position freedom, up to 12 center console combinations
  • Interior: wood and color choices, even customer’s own trees can be used as materials
  • Limited Edition Collection: 2 limited-edition interior materials released annually, seasonal interior changes available
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