Zenos E10 S to launch at Autosport running on Avon ZZRs

Having made its public debut at Autosport International 2014, Zenos Cars will return to January’s show with the launch of its second lightweight sports car. The Zenos E10 S has been developed over the last 12 months, featuring a 250bhp turbocharged, 2.0-litre Ford EcoBoost engine and windscreen, the car will run on Avon’s ZZR tyres in sizes 195/50 ZR16 (front) and 225/45 ZR17 (rear).

Headed by former Caterham Cars CEO Ansar Ali and COO Mark Edwards, the manufacturer broke cover at Birmingham’s NEC in 2014, unveiling a prototype of its maiden model, the lightweight, 200bhp Zenos E10.  Weighing only 725kg, the E10 S is expected to cover 0-60mph in less than four seconds. A production-ready E10 S will be displayed in Hall 6, Stand 6765.

The E-series chassis is supported by an aluminium extrusion ‘backbone’ and recycled carbon composite tub. This platform is planned to underpin future vehicles, including a roadster in 2016 and coupé in 2018.

“It’s surreal to be getting ready go to back to Autosport International where it all began, to say it’s been a busy 12 months would be an understatement,” Ali said. “We received a fantastic reception to our launch at the 2014 show, which really set the tone for what has followed during our first year.

“We’re looking forward to launching the E10 S, and it will be the first time we have presented it as a production-finished version, another big step in the history of Zenos Cars.”

The Norfolk firm’s first production run will commence in January, shortly after the 25^th anniversary edition of Autosport International. With vehicles to be delivered from March, a total of 90 deposits have been taken.

“It’s been one hell of a journey as we have designed and developed the E10,” Ali said.

“We’ve done this is in a very public manner, with a number of deposit holders as well as members of the media driving the prototype during the development process. Throughout, we have received incredibly positive feedback about the cars we’re designing and our business approach, in effect a huge vote of confidence. Being back at Autosport International will cement our plans and signal the start of our next chapter.”

“The first public appearance by Zenos Cars and the launch of its E10 sports car was one of the highlights of Autosport International 2014, and it’s a story we’ve followed with keen interest since,” said Ian France, Autosport International show director. “It’s an incredibly exciting project, and we’re looking forward to seeing the new E10 S at the NEC in January.”