James May hails Sinclair C5 as electric pioneer

Today marks 40 years since the launch of the Sinclair C5, a groundbreaking electric tricycle created by British inventor Sir Clive Sinclair.

Although met with a mixed reception in 1985, the innovative vehicle is now recognised as a trailblazer for electric transport.

Former Top Gear presenter James May says that the tricycle paved the way for the future of electric transport.

Report by Covellm.

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