Ariel adds a windscreen to the Atom

Posted Fri Jul 25 2008 10:37 AM by Nelson Ireson

Ariel adds a windscreen to the Atom

The skeleton-framed two-seat open-top rocket ship that is the Ariel Atom has gained notoriety not just for its commanding performance and unique styling, but also for it's face-stretching capabilities. Outfitted with no wind-deflecting device whatsoever, the Ariel Atom is best driven at high speed with a helmet on - until now. The company is finally offering a windscreen attachment.

Built in response to customer demand, the windscreen attaches and detaches from the car relatively easily, with just 5 attachment points and a quick-release electrical connector. The system also has a self-contained wiper and washer system in case the car is caught out in damp or dusty conditions.

While the addition of a windscreen is somewhat antithetical to the essential premise of the Atom, it surely makes for more comfortable around-town cruising. It's unfortunate, however, that enough of the car's owners use the car for such mundane purposes that they've actually inspired the company to create the accessory. Next they'll want a roof and filled-in side covers, an attachable boot, climate control and electric power seats. That'd make it really convenient to take to the shops.

Reader Comments

  • Fri Jul 25 2008 11:30 AM

    jed says

    Geez, what's next, cupholders?

  • Fri Jul 25 2008 12:23 PM

    InkMaster says

    jed, heated ones at that

  • Fri Jul 25 2008 3:11 PM

    Gus says

    Oh man, now I really want that little car!
    Closest thing to being on a bike without being on a bike...

  • Fri Jul 25 2008 3:27 PM

    Gigadomed says

    this car is the answer to anyone who wants a supercar and does not have supercar money

  • Fri Jul 25 2008 6:03 PM

    Gus says

    Exactly. And that would be ME! :)

  • Fri Jul 25 2008 8:42 PM

    SuperSkyline89 says

    What's with the complaining? They did this because owners want it, so should Ariel just ignore the people that actually buy their cars or someone sitting on his computer that probably doesn't have or plans to have an Atom? And even if you do plan on getting one, it's an option, as in you don't have to get it. So get over it.

  • Tue Jul 29 2008 8:35 AM

    James says

    agree with you "SuperSkyline89" ;)

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