McLaren CEO says real supercars will not be electric until 2030

McLaren said batteries should not add weight to current cars as the would cease to be nimble and make the driver feel disconnected. The McLaren GT is pictured.

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October 05, 2023 12:19 PM

McLaren’s CEO Michael Leiters says there will not be full-electric supercars for several years as it will take time to develop the right technology to make batteries lighter.

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