British electric sportscar startup Longbow has revealed its first Aesthetic Dynamic Demonstrator, completing development of the Speedster—its debut Featherweight Electric Vehicle (FEV)—in just six months. This achievement makes Longbow the first OEM to move from sketch to dynamic prototype in such a timeframe, nearly a year faster than the industry norm.
Highlights
- Six-month development cycle proves Longbow’s “Speed of Lightness” methodology
- Sub-1000 kg all-electric Speedster establishes new “FEV” category
- 275-mile WLTP range and 0–62 mph in 3.5 seconds
- Hand-built in the UK, priced from £84,995; deliveries start 2026
Accelerating the Development Cycle
Longbow’s “Speed of Lightness” philosophy redefines traditional automotive engineering timelines. By leveraging more than 15 years of EV experience, the founders condensed the typical 18-month OEM process into half the time—without compromising on quality or validation. The milestone demonstrates a new model for agile, design-led vehicle creation in the EV era.
All Longbow models, including the Speedster and forthcoming Roadster, will be engineered and hand-assembled in the UK. The company’s London-based unveiling brought together early customers, investors, and partners—collectively referred to as “Guild members”—to celebrate this manufacturing breakthrough.
A Modern Take on the Classic British Sports Car
The Longbow Speedster revives Britain’s lightweight sports car tradition, offering a driver-focused, all-electric experience. Inspired by icons like the Lotus Elise and Jaguar E-Type, the Speedster blends nostalgia with next-generation technology.
Its bespoke aluminium chassis delivers exceptional rigidity while keeping total weight to just 895 kg. A compact electric motor paired with module-to-chassis battery integration gives the car both low mass and structural efficiency—establishing the world’s first Featherweight Electric Vehicle.
Performance figures include a 0–62 mph time of 3.5 seconds and a WLTP range of 275 miles. The open-top Speedster will be followed by the closed-roof Roadster, priced from £64,995 (incl. VAT).
“Timeless Blueprint with a Twist”
“Speedster seems to have struck a chord with enthusiasts,” said Daniel Davey, Co-Founder and CEO at Longbow. “It’s a timeless blueprint with a twist—the market was missing something like this. Delivering a dynamic demonstrator in just six months truly embodies our Speed of Lightness philosophy.”
Reservations for both models are now open via longbowmotors.com.
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