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Real Motors’ Project Ares is a cyberpunk fantasy made real
Publication: The Verge
Author: Tim Stevens
Source published: 10/11/2026, 11:00:00 UTC
Briefing created: 10/11/2026, 11:56:25 UTC
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Briefings
South Carolina-based Real Motors unveiled Project Ares, the first all-electric motorcycle from the brand, designed to resemble Night City from Cyberpunk 2077. The vehicle features a vaguely retrofuturistic aesthetic with minimalism, replacing traditional engines and fuel tanks. While the design is inspired by existing models like the Maeving RM2 and BMW's CE 02, Project Ares remains the most visually striking electric motorcycle available, though specific performance metrics and production details are not provided in the source.
Key points
- Real Motors launched Project Ares, the first all-electric motorcycle from the South Carolina-based company.
- The motorcycle features a vaguely retrofuturistic design inspired by Night City from Cyberpunk 2077.
Context
The article discusses the evolution of motorcycle design through electrification, noting that removing engines and fuel tanks allows for creative freedom. The specific design inspiration for Project Ares is drawn from existing models like the Maeving RM2 and BMW's CE 02, which the author admires for their retrofuturistic or minimalist styles.
Limitations
The source text provides no specific performance data, production dates, or manufacturing details. It does not confirm if Project Ares is the first all-electric motorcycle from Real Motors, only that it is the first offering from the company. The article also does not state the city where the motorcycle was built or tested, only that it is based on a South Carolina company.
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