Blueprint
Exhibit 99.1
Electra Meccanica Reveals Tofino Chassis and SOLO at 2018 Vancouver
International Auto Show
VANCOUVER, March 28, 2018 – Electra Meccanica (OTCQB:
ECCTF), returned today to
the 98th Vancouver
International Auto Show to take the wraps off of
the Tofino electric car development chassis. They also
have the SOLO all-electric commuter vehicle in the show stand. The
event is being held at the Vancouver Convention Center
(West) from today, March 28 through Sunday, April 1,
2018. Electra Meccanica is exhibiting the vehicles in booth 514
with product specialists on hand to answer any
questions.
The Tofino chassis
is crafted from aircraft composite (FRP/Aluminum) tub structure
weighing only 175 lbs (80 kg). It features front and rear aluminum
subframes and an aluminum cowl brace for added structural rigidity.
It is equipped with a double "A" arm front suspension and a
five-link rear suspension both with adjustable dampers. Also shown
in the chassis are the UQM performance motor and dual floor-mounted
battery packs.
"We're
thrilled to be able to show the next phase of development for the
Tofino EV roadster here in our home town of Vancouver," said
Meccanica COO Henry Reisner. "The Tofino and SOLO
will pair in the Meccanica lineup to become two of the most
exciting, fun-to-drive and efficient electric vehicles on the
market and we can't wait for the public's reaction at the
show!"
The Tofino chassis
has a 92-inch wheelbase and classic sports car dimensions:
153-inches long, 56-inches wide, and 49-inches tall (to the top of
the roll bar).
Other
highlights shown with the chassis include heated Recaro seats, the
universal J1772 and DC fast charging outlets, and four-wheel,
Wilwood performance 6-piston front/ 4-piston rear, 12.88-inch
diameter vented disc brakes mated to classic-looking 17-inch alloys
from Boyd Coddington Wheels.
The
two-door, convertible Tofino will be revealed later and
is available in five stunning colors with a suggested retail price
starting at $50,000 USD.
Also at
the show is the SOLO, an innovative, all-electric commuter vehicle,
which made its world debut at Vancouver's Luxury and Supercar
Weekend and is being exhibited at the Vancouver International Auto
Show for the second year in a row. Interested individuals can make
a $1,000 fully-refundable reservation for
the Tofino or a $250 pre-order for the SOLO
either at the show or by logging on to http://electrameccanica.com.
About Electra Meccanica Vehicles Corp.:
Electra
Meccanica is a designer and manufacturer of electric vehicles. The
Company builds the innovative, all-electric SOLO, a single
passenger vehicle developed to revolutionize the way people
commute, as well as the Tofino, an elegant high-performance
two-seater electric roadster sports car. Both vehicles are tuned
for the ultimate driving experience while making your commute more
efficient, cost-effective and environmentally
friendly.
Intermeccanica,
a subsidiary of Electra Meccanica, has successfully been building
high-end specialty cars for 59 years. The Electra Meccanica family
is delivering next generation affordable electric vehicles to the
masses.
For
more information, visit www.electrameccanica.com
For more information, please contact:
Media Contact:
Jeff
Holland, Head of Media Relations
Electra
Meccanica Vehicle Corp.
Tel.
562-640-1758
Email:
JeffHolland@electrameccanica.com
Investor Contact:
Todd
Fromer / Allison Soss
KCSA
Strategic Communications
Phone:
+1 (212) 896-1215/+1 (212) 896-1267
Email:
electra@kcsa.com