Despite the fact that the supercar market is reserved for the elite few that have the deepest pockets, the market itself is quite busy these days. Just recently, we’ve laid eyes on the Lamborghini Huracán Performante, the anniversary themed Zenvo TS-1 GT, a pair of special Koenigsegg Regeras, and even the Pininfarina Fittipaldi EF7. But, this year’s Geneva Auto Show wasn’t all about the Lambos and Koenigseggs of the world. Nope, hidden right there in plain sight was the Van Electrics Dendrobium – the first supercar to ever come out of Singapore. So, a brand you’ve probably never heard of, from a place that isn’t exactly known for amazing cars, might sound a little sketchy. But, don’t worry about that, this supercar has all the right credentials, and is ready to prove to the world than an all-electric supercar is more than the subject of someone’s twisted dreams and augmented reality.

Between the car’s exterior design, exquisite interior, and a promised performance list that includes a 2.7-second sprint to 60 mph and a top speed of more than 200 mph. Those are some pretty bold targets for a brand like Vanda to aim for, but should the brand see enough public interest at Geneva; it’s going to consider pushing the Dendrobium into production. But, before that happens, let’s talk a little more about the specifics.

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The Potential for Awesomeness

First, let’s talk a little about the menacing looks of the Dendrobium. It features a composite monocoque chassis, carbon fiber body panels, and lightweight alloy wheels that measure 20 inches in the front and 21 inches in the rear and wrapped in Michelin high-performance tires. The exterior design itself is actually quite stunning but actually looks like someone took the body of a smaller car and sat it down on a platform with wheels and suspension. The nose is angled downward at the same angle as the windshield while the gaps between the nose and the fenders expose the front wishbone suspension.

The headlights are tall, and feature and LED strip that looks almost like a question mark. The simple but well-defined lines of the body continue across the side profile, where the lower platform of the vehicle extends outward to provide the rear fenders and the basis for the rear end. The center body in the rear comes to a triangular point that is filled with a number of hexagonal, red LEDs. The rear fenders are linked together by a large, red RED strip that serves as the brake lights and taillights. There’s a double diffuser down below, but that’s not the coolest part about the car. The coolest part is that the doors and roof open up automatically – the roof lifts up from the front while the doors swing up and rearward, making the cabin insanely easy to access.

Inside, it’s the same story, but with a much different twist. There are loads of exposed carbon fiber everywhere, including the dash, steering wheels, seats (under the leather,) and even the center console. It’s basically, a hybrid between a true race car and a road car, with three digital displays ahead of the steering wheel angled perfectly for the driver and a host of buttons on the center stack. But, at the same time, there’s also an HVAC system as shown by the hexagonal vents on the dash. The two interior seats contrast each other with black and red, while the design of the seats themselves offer tons of support with a thick layer of perfectly stitched leather to keep the bum comfy.

Right now, the car is still strictly a concept, so there isn’t necessarily a working drivetrain, but Vanda is shooting for performance figures that equal a 2.7-second sprint to 60 mph and a top speed of more than 200 mph. But, how Vanda is going to pull this off from an all-electric drivetrain, is going something to see. Should the car go into production, it would have four electric motors – two per axle – with a single-speed gearbox, a multi-speed gearbox, and a differential in the front and rear.

Where the brand will stash the battery, how big it will be, or any other specifics. The chances are that the battery pack will be integrated into the floor or the front nose, perhaps, but if the car is going to be successful as a production model, it will need enough capacity for a decent range, even when exercising the use of all the power created by those electric motors.

Larissa Tan, the CEO of Vanda Electrics, said, “Dendrobium is the culmination of a dream. Our design team has had sketches of an electric hypercar on the drawing board since the mid-90s, but that vision was many years ahead of its time. As electric technology has advanced, we have been able to revisit this vision, and now, as we launch our revolutionary global e-mobility strategy, the timing is finally right for us to take the wraps off a halo model. Dendrobium is our interpretation and expression of what pushes the boundaries in the development of an electric performance car. We have engaged some expert partners to help us achieve this such as Williams Advanced Engineering. With its skills in electrification, aerodynamics, lightweight structures, vehicle dynamics and integration - and even low volume build - we could not think of a more appropriate partner.”

And, there you have it. Will the first supercar out of Singapore actually make its way into production and eventually onto the street? Only time will tell, but I sure hope we’ll see a production model in the near future. What do you think? Let us know in the comments section below.