New Caterham AeroSeven Concept unveiled at Singapore Grand Prix

Caterham Cars has unveiled the AeroSeven Concept at the SingTel Singapore Grand Prix. The concept will be the first ever Caterham model to be fitted with traction control. Thanks to a newly developed Caterham Engine Management System, drivers will be able to enjoy fully-adjustable traction and launch control functionality.

Based on an updated interpretation of the highly acclaimed Seven CSR platform, the carbon-fibre bodied concept vehicle, which will reach 100kmph in under 4 seconds, will initially draw its power from the naturally aspirated 237bhp engine developed by Caterham Technology Innovation for the recently launched Caterham Seven 485.

The AeroSeven Concept is stacked with race car-inspired features, including aerodynamic styling, an exclusive steering wheel with driver-focussed functionality, and an intuitive fully active Graphical Display Unit (GDU).

Achieving a delicate balance between inspiring performance and stringent EU6 emissions regulations, the 237bhp Ford Duratec-based engine which will power the vehicle initially delivers its peak power at 8,500rpm, helping to propel the AeroSeven Concept to 100kph in under 4 seconds. Over the coming months, project engineers will be assessing a number of powerplant options for the final production version. The Caterham Engine Management System is completely adjustable via steering wheel mounted controls.

The interior of the vehicle gets a brand new fully active graphical display unit (GDU) developed by Caterham Technology Innovation integrates all display and instrumentation in a high-resolution, centrally mounted unit. It displays information such as engine speed, gear selection, vehicle speed, traction and brake settings, fuel and oil levels in a smart, intuitive ‘next-generation', real-time 3D rendered display. Additionally, the race-inspired steering wheel incorporates ‘Road' mode, ‘Flash-to-Pass' and ‘Pit Lane Speed Limiter' functions.