Uganda university builds countrys’ first electric car

The Kiira EV model developed by Makerere University Students. PHOTO/FAISWAL KASIRYE /DAILY MONITOR

Uganda’s Makerere University has today released a new electric vehicle – named the Kiira EV.

The making of Kiira EV started in August 2009 with a handful of students at the College of Engeering Art and Design formerly the faculty of technology.

Its battery system consists of Lithium-ion batteries, its speed maximum speed is 200km/hr. It will need a recharge after running 80 km.

Although some components of the car like the steering wheel and other minor accessories were imported from manufacturers outside Uganda.

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