From its origins as a promotional project for Morris Garages in Oxford, England, MG has had a long and storied history. Now a property of Chinese state-owned automaker SAIC, MG has been thriving in the international market, with nearly 850,000 cars sold last year. To celebrate its 100th anniversary, MG unveiled the EXE181 concept, a pure-electric single-seater inspired by the record-breaking MG EXE181 from the late 1950s. While not much is known about the current car, it boasts an impressive coefficient of drag of 0.181.
### The Legacy of the MG EXE181
The original MG EXE181, nicknamed the Roaring Raindrop, set land speed records at the Bonneville Salt Flats in the late 1950s with legendary drivers such as Stirling Moss and Phil Hill behind the wheel. The new EXE181 concept pays homage to the iconic speedster with its sleek design and cutting-edge technologies.
### Futuristic Features of the EXE181
With a claimed 0-62 mph time of 1.9 seconds, the EXE181 is expected to pack well over 1,500 horsepower from its electric motors. The car features a unique tailfin that can act as an air brake and dual parachutes for added stopping power, hinting at its high-performance capabilities.
### Inside the Cockpit of the EXE181
Potential drivers of the EXE181 will be treated to a minimalist interior with a body-hugging seat and four-point harness for safety. The cockpit features a futuristic yoke-style steering wheel with a screen for vital information, keeping the focus on the driving experience.
### MG’s 100th Anniversary Celebrations
As part of MG’s 100th birthday celebrations, the EXE181 concept will make an appearance at the Goodwood Festival of Speed alongside the debut of the new MG Cyberster battery-electric roadster. The event will showcase MG’s commitment to innovation and performance in the electric vehicle market.
### Conclusion
As MG enters its second century of existence, the brand continues to push the boundaries of automotive technology with the EXE181 concept. With its nod to the past and focus on the future, MG remains a benchmark for British design and engineering in the global automotive industry.