Jeep Wrangler Magneto Concept EV
It's only a matter of time before we see a fully-electric Wrangler. In the meantime, Jeep is whetting our appetites with the Magneto concept. Based on the two-door 2020 Wrangler Rubicon, it's powered by a custom axial flux electric motor linked to a six-speed manual, recreating the experience of driving the 3.6L V6 without the emissions. Four battery packs are placed throughout the car for balanced weight distribution, with a combined power of 70 kW/h, and are joined by two 12-volt batteries that power the other systems, including a high-voltage heater to keep the open-air seating area warm. All the electrical components sit in waterproof enclosures so as to not compromise the vehicle's off-road prowess, and it looks the part, as well, thanks to a JPP 2-inch lift kit, 17-inch Lights Out black metallic wheels with 35-inch mud-terrain tires, and steel bumpers with a Warn winch.
