Episode 14: George Parker of Fuel Vapor Technologies

An interview with George Parker of Fuel Vapor Technology, conducted on March 22nd, 2008 at the New York Auto Show. Notes: - team of half a dozen people - thought AXP was a great match with their existing efforts - tandem seat discussion - 3-wheel discussion - wants to be in the same class as "any car" - idea for this car has been a long, rough road - since he was 17! - he worked in the aircraft industry, knows aerodynamics - market niche = high efficiency, fun commuter car - being part of the Automotive X Prize has given them a lot of exposure - friends and family provided initial investment - they have 3 cars, shop, equipment, rent covered, all by a small group of investors - looking for investor with deeper pockets, integrity, passion (they are picky) - thousands of inquiries to buy their car - plan to sell when they achieve 100 MPG - working on a series hybrid version, as well as the fuel vapor technology - praises organizers of the AXP for how well it's going For more information, please visit X Prize Cars