This is the RP-1, a new sports cars and truck from Surrey-based start-up Elemental that is set to debut later this month at the Goodwood celebration of speed before entering production in 2015.
A lightweight two-seater that’s track-focused however road legal, the open-top racer is the brainchild of Elemental cars and trucks technical director as well as creator John Begley. 
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According to an on the internet statement, it’s created to “be quickly configured by the motorist for their driving style as well as driving environment,” featuring suspension as well as controls that the business declares are simple to adjust.”
Maintaining the track-day emphasis are interchangeable body panels, backed up by a Ford-sourced 280bhp 2.0-litre EcoBoost engine tuned by Elemental. 
Combined with a carbon composite as well as aluminium tub that obviously assists keep weight down to as bit 450kg, the RP-1 boasts a power-to-weight ratio of 500bhp per tonne. There’s range for enhancement too, as a cassette engine installation indicates additionally choices will be offered in future, in addition to private performance upgrades.
Elemental hasn’t exposed what this indicates in terms of performance, however expect blistering pace, which motorists will take pleasure in from a moulded racing seat that’s been tilted inside the carbon fibre cockpit for a race-inspired, feet-up position. This is created to keep the centre of gravity as low as possible, improving the front diffusers downforce. 
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Practicality on the road hasn’t been totally sacrificed in the quest of quicker lap times though, as well as there are wheel-mounted controls as well as paddle gear shifters behind to offer improved simplicity of use.
On top of this, Elemental believes the RP-1 uses adequate ground clearance as well as a suitably tight turning circle – in addition to respectable emissions as well as variety – for utilize on British roads.
The only major drawback at this stage appears to be for any individual shorter than five foot, or taller than 6’6”, as the adjustable seating as well as pedals can’t fit beyond this range.
Expected to rival the new Ariel Atom 3.5R as well as Caterham 7 620R when it shows up next year, we’ll keep you published as cost as well as specification details are exposed nearer to launch.
Is there space for one more British track day weapon on the market? Can Elemental truly unseat the well established names in this progressively congested sector? tell us your thoughts in the comments section below…