Alcraft Motor Co (www.alcraftmotor.com), a Silverstone-based British electric vehicle start-up, has revealed details of its first car — the high-performance Alcraft GT.

The company hopes to start production in 2019, and is launching a crowdfunding campaign offering the chance for investors to play a part in the development of the car.

The company was founded by businessman David Alcraft, who has assembled a core team that includes: Charles Morgan (previously of Morgan Motor Co); former SMMT CEO Christopher Macgowan; designer Matt Humphries (who also spent time at Morgan); and ex-Toyota, Daewoo and Michelin senior executive Mark Carbery.

The engineering partner is Delta Motorsport; its expertise in electric drivetrains and battery systems sees it working with global car manufacturers and at the highest levels of motor-sport.

Other partners include specialist British companies Sevcon and KS Composites; agreements are also in place with major Tier One suppliers, including Continental for safety systems and Michelin for tyres.

Mr Alcraft said: “We want to build a British car company that brings together traditional skills and high technology for the emerging low-carbon car market.

“We’re about combining great design, outstanding dynamics and the visceral thrill of electric powertrains to create products that are high in performance and desirability but very usable.

“We hope this will establish a niche for Alcraft Motor in Britain’s renowned specialist low-volume car industry.”

With the design of the Alcraft GT complete and virtual engineering undertaken for core systems and regulatory requirements, the next step is to build a full running prototype.