The legendary DMC brand is hinting at a comeback with an Electric model.
Back To The Future Fame
The DMC DeLorean is well-known in mainstream media for its significant role in the hit '80s film series Back To The Future. The movie has now become a cultural phenomenon, standing the test of time over the decades. And fandom of the DeLorean has certainly been a huge byproduct of the famous franchise created by Robert Zemeckis and Bob Gale.
Innovative
But to hardcore automotive enthusiasts, DMC and the DeLorean are significant in the history of the automobile, regardless of the Back to the Future affiliation. John DeLorean was a legendary engineer, inventor, and a pop culture personality in his own right. He was a notable high-level executive who rose through the ranks at General Motors and was responsible for much of the company's success in the '60s and '70s. And he brought his innovative thinking to his own DMC brand.
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John DeLorean and DMC
When John DeLorean created his own brand of vehicles, he continued his trail-blazing ways. The DMC DeLorean is noted for its unmistakable character, with elements like the gullwing doors and the brushed steel exterior. And despite massive obstacles, the manufacturer still managed to build thousands of cars before going under. DMC's inventory and trademarks were purchased in 1995 by Stephen Wynne who planned to re-launch the brand.
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Hinting at Going Electric
And over the last couple of decades, the company has struggled with several regulatory road-blocks. Most recently, they're facing the possibility of not being able to use the engine they've been developing. Apparently, this has sparked the idea of building a full EV DeLorean. The company recently shared a blog post that hinted at the possibility.
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Stay Tuned!
Doing away with an internal combustion engine altogether would eliminate the threats posed by emission regulations, which are inevitably growing stricter with time. If DMC is indeed planning to develop an EV, it would fall perfectly in line with the idea behind the concept they showed at the 2012 NY Auto Show. The company is possibly looking to secure financing for the development of a new model, as they urge all of us to "stay tuned."
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