{"id":29666,"date":"2022-08-19T15:07:46","date_gmt":"2022-08-19T19:07:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/autosector.com\/?p=29666"},"modified":"2022-08-19T15:07:46","modified_gmt":"2022-08-19T19:07:46","slug":"test-drive-indievs-indi-one-through-la","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/autosector.com\/?p=29666","title":{"rendered":"Influencers test drive INDI One ‘an EV for gamers’ starting at $45,000"},"content":{"rendered":"

Digital influencers were spotted driving around California in start-up INDIEV\u2019s new EV model, the INDI One. Although the INDI One is currently in pre-production, the California-based EV start-up claims it will integrate some cool tech features for streamers, gamers, and digital creators.<\/p>\n

Is this what the EV world needs?<\/p>\n

Founded in 2017, INDIEV aims to bring users a digital, connected driving experience. The EV start-up\u2019s first model, the INDI One, debuted earlier this year, with production planned for mid-2023. <\/p>\n

Meanwhile, there\u2019s been skepticism about how exactly the automaker plans to bring its EV model to the market. Not to mention the digital (gaming, steaming) capabilities it wants to offer.<\/p>\n

At the 2022 consumer electronics show<\/a> (CES), the start-up claimed passengers want full computing capabilities for gaming, streaming, and other digital features. INDIEV also said at the time, they were working on a privacy screen to prevent driver distractions. <\/p>\n

Tesla CEO Elon Musk meanwhile has said numerous times that he\u2019d love to bring Steam to Tesla\u2019s vehicles. <\/p>\n

INDIEV has two versions planned: the standard and the premium models. The standard option starts at $45,000 with estimated delivery in Q2 2023. INDIEV claims<\/a> the standard has a range of 230 miles on a 75kwh battery.<\/p>\n

The premium version starts at $69,000, featuring a range of 300 miles and 0 to 60 capability of 4.25 seconds. The company\u2019s website says the estimated delivery date is also Q2 2023.<\/p>\n

Today, we are getting a closer look at the EV built for gamers, INDIEV\u2019s INDI ONE, as influencers drive it through Beverly hills. On top of this, the EV start-up provided updated specifications for its standard and premium trim packages.<\/p>\n

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INDIEV INDI One Source: INDIEV<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

A first ride on INDIEV\u2019s INDI One EV through LA<\/h2>\n

Several influencers enjoyed a ride on INDIEV\u2019s INDI One EV through the historic blocks of Los Angeles. The event was a first for the EV start-up, allowing the public to test ride its unique model. <\/p>\n

One influencer said the EV was a \u201csmooth quiet ride in the INDI One, but the kicker is being able to game on a full-blown PC with VR.\u201d <\/p>\n

Furthermore, INDIEV released new specifications, including pricing, range, and powertrain. <\/p>\n

Standard Trim:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Range: 230mi
0-60mph: 6.7s
Torque: 410 Nm
Battery: 76 kWh
Horsepower: 275 hp
Top Speed: 120mph
Charging: 100 kW DC
Powertrain: Single Motor RWD
Starting Price:\u00a0$45,000<\/p>\n

Premium Trim:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Range: 300mi
0-60mph: 4.2s
Torque: 730 Nm
Battery: 95 kWh
Horsepower: 475 hp
Top Speed: 130mph
Charging: 150 kW DC
Powertrain: Dual Motor AWD
Starting Price-\u00a0$69,000<\/p>\n

The EV start-up offers a unique color set for its premium model, including Pacific Pearl, Premiere, Melrose, Laguna, Beverly Blush, Silverlake, City Nights, and Sunset. (You can see those colors here.<\/a>) <\/p>\n

However, the company doesn\u2019t offer much other information on how it plans to make EVs at scale. This leads some to think INDIEV is just bluffing and unable to meet demand.<\/p>\n

Electrek\u2019s Take<\/h2>\n

INDIEV\u2019s new INDI One model looks and sounds incredible, but getting this to mass production, I believe, will be a challenge. <\/p>\n

The price is relatively low for what it wants to accomplish and for its target market. Like many EV start-ups we see right now, achieving positive margins is a challenge. <\/p>\n

It took Tesla a long time. Fellow EV start-ups like Rivian and Lucid are losing billions to scale production. That being said, INDIEV INDI One will likely have a long road ahead of it. If it can capture the digital market, it may<\/em> have an opportunity, but it will need to clear more than a few hurdles to get there. I wouldn\u2019t get too excited until I start seeing models coming off the production line.<\/p>\n

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