Company Overview
Ronn Motor Company, Inc. is a design and manufacturing
company focused on leading edge design, environmentally friendly,
finely built premium automobiles, balancing stunning looks and performance
with eco-responsible alternative power systems. These systems include
Hydrogen Fuel, Fuel cells, and Plug in-electrics. These features,
coupled with RMC's core values of a strong sense of ethics, environmental
sensitivity and premium quality for discriminating tastes, and unsurpassed
customer service, will place us among the leaders of an automotive
industry in transition toward fuel efficiency.
Ronn Maxwell first met Adrian Pylypec in Johnson
City, Texas, at the Silver K Café to discuss the possibility
of building an American exotic sports car in August, 2007. For the
next 3 months, they created a business plan and laid a foundation
for their fledgling company. In November 2007, Ronn registered and
created the first entity, Ronn Performance Engineering, in order to
raise private funds and begin the prototyping process.
During the design process, Ronn decided that the
company's first car, the Scorpion, needed to be more than an exotic
performance car- it needed hydrogen. With the current emphasis on
fuel efficiency and carbon emissions, using hydrogen injection was
a strategic decision that would give the Scorpion a special place
in the automotive industry.
Campus
Ronn Motor Company has hired nationally
acclaimed architect, Marley Porter of Living Architecture to design
the new assembly plant. Marley is known for his innovative design
and focus on energy efficiency/environmental impact.
The campus will feature a 10,000 square
foot showroom and executive offices designed to enhance the buying
experience and showcase the amazing Scorpion.
The assembly plant will occupy 40,000
square feet of unobstructed space and be outfitted with state of the
art equipment. There will be ample space for fabrication, mechanical
assembly, body assembly, parts, testing, receiving and every other
function necessary for operations.
The location of the new facility
has not been disclosed to the public at this time. Geographically,
the campus will be located in the Texas Hill Country, not far from
the intersection of Hwy 71 and Hwy 281.
People
Ronn Maxwell: Chief Executive Officer
Our founder and CEO, Ronn Maxwell, has dedicated
his professional career to every aspect of the automobile: building,
construction, fabrication, racing, painting, restorations, and sales.
Having owned several high end automotive shops, Ronn is a multi-talented,
energetic entrepreneur with experience and vision. Ronn has the operational
and interpersonal skills required to manage the complex tasks that
transform dreams into reality.
In 2007, Ronn was engaged to by an American firm
to explore and develop a joint venture with a Chinese company, Zhonda
International. The third largest bus manufacturer in China. As director
of Engineering and Manufacturing, Ron developed building processes
and quality control procedures that would be integral to the operation,
as Zhonda increased its global presence in preparation for importation
of its buses into the United States. While in China Ronn birthed the
concept and design for the "Scorpion", now Ronn Motor Company's
first automobile.
In 2005, using his patented air conditioning technology
that was launched into the automotive market in 1994, Ronn designed
and built a complete replacement air conditioning system for Porsche
911's. He formed the company Rennaire LLC, to market these components
and systems. Sales are expected to double again this year and are
now the standard for Porsche A/C systems. www.rennaire.com
Ronn Maxwell's body of work has been exhaustive
in the automotive field. He has worked with the famous Amos Minter
in Dallasthat produces the best classic Thunderbirds. He has founded
and managed five companies in his lifetime and been recognized for
his talents and credibility. He has developed strategic relationships
that will serve his newest company very well.
Damon Kuhn: Chief Operating Officer
Presently, Damon and his partner opened and are
operating Diamondback Engines, a Mopar specific race engine shop.
Engines from this shop have been shipped worldwide and powering some
of the fastest cars in their class nationally. Crate engines as well
as custom customer specific engines are built and sold directly, through
the Internet and magazine ads www.diamondbackengines.com. Damon has
not only fabricated his own record setting race cars, but has owned
and operated his own race car fabrication facility in Dallas, Texas.
His last manufacturing position was COO in 2003-2005
at Phillips Industries, in Dallas, Texas. Phillips is the world,s
largest manufacturer of OEM wiring harnesses for the commercial trucking
industry. While there, Damon restructured their manufacturing processes
that produced 12 months of record setting sales.
Damon has held the title of COO at two other companies
and has gained a reputation as a turnaround specialist in the manufacturing
industry. Additionally, his knowledge of automotive engineering has
made him an expert in engine design, suspension and computer electronics.
Ronn Motor Company is fortunate to have someone with his experience
in operations management and passion for automobiles.
Adrian Pylypec: VP of Sales and Marketing
Adrian Pylypec of Horseshoe Bay, Texas, earned two
undergraduate degrees in 1985 from the University of Maryland in Business
and Economics. He joined Dell Computer when it was still a small concern
in 1989 and remained there until 2001. During his tenure at Dell,
Adrian became known for his work at Microsoft (strategic partner)
and most notably for developing the largest corporate relationship
Dell has ever had, the Boeing Corporation. He managed the Northwest
Commercial Accounts division that included 35 employees and 350 million
in annual sales.
After a year hiatus, he returned to the high technology
industry in 2002 to help launch an ex-Dell start-up called Motion
Computing. Promising and completing a two year engagement, Adriansuccessfully
developed sales programs and revenue for the fledgling company.
In 2004, Adrian started his own automotive business
called Monster Rides. He built a facility, hired a staff and now has
one of the best hot rod shops in Texas. Emphasizing quality and creativity,
Monster Rides became a profitable business in its second year of operation.
Due to his wide array of knowledge and experience, Adrianwill serve
many different roles until Ronn Motor Company can become fully staffed.
He will plan and build our new facility, engage legal and accounting
partners, develop our website and create our Sales and Marketing programs.
Engineering
Drivetrain
- Acura dual overhead cam, aluminum/magnesium block,
3.5 liter, V-tech, V-6, Type S Engine
- 289 Horsepower in stock form, 450 plus with
the twin turbo option
- 6 speed close ration manual transmission, 6
speed sequential automatic available in 2009
- Light weight clutch and flywheel
- Ronn proprietary refrigerated inter-coolers
- Limited slip differential
- 4 wheel Wilwood 12 inch disc brakes with cross
drilled rotors and polished calipers
- Polished stainless spindles and control arms
Body Design
The first automotive design of several will be a
mild hybrid, called the "Scorpion". This will be a light
weight hand built carbon fiber body, over a race car designed chrome-moly
chassis, powered by the latest high tech Acura V-Tech, V-6, Type S,
3.5 Liter power-plant from the 2008 TL TypeS. On board will be our
Hydrogen on demand system, which provides 130 octane Hydrogen in real
time, blended with gasoline in ratios of 30-50%. Coupled with a close
ratio six-speed transmission and other fuel saving measures, the "Scorpion",
highway fuel economy will be in the 40 mpg range, and capable of producing
450 horsepower with the twin-turbo option.
Exterior:
- HID Xenon Headlights
- LED side marker, signal and brake lamps
- Neon lighting in key areas including interior
and engine bay
- Carbon Fiber Body - built for us by www.metalcrafters.com
- Carbon fiber side mirrors
- 2 piece forged Modena wheels by MOZ - www.mozwheels.com
- 20 x 9 front - 20 x 11 rear
- Toyo Proxie Ultra High Performance T1R radial
tires
- 255/30/20 front - 305/30/20 rear
Hydrogen Fuel Injection
Produces hydrogen during vehicle operation through
electrolysis of water using the power generated from the vehicles
electrical system. A small amount of hydrogen added to the vehicles
intake air/fuel mixture allows the engine to operate with less fossil
fuel. Ronn Motor Company will use this technology in its revolutionary
Scorpion to achieve lower emissions and vastly improved fuel economy.
There are two main kinds of Hydrogen Hybrid automobile.
These are fuel cell vehicles and Hydrogen internal combustion engines,
(HICE) like our first automobile "The Scorpion". Fuel cell
vehicles are electric cars. Hydrogen is pumped into a tank in the
car, just as gasoline. The hydrogen gas is then fed into the fuel
cell where it is electrochemically converted into electricity--with
no combustion, no moving parts and no emissions other than water vapor.
The electricity is used to power the vehicle.
Hydrogen ICE vehicles use a regular combustion engine
modified to use gaseous hydrogen instead of liquid gasoline (much
like a natural gas vehicle is modified). They burn hydrogen or a combination
of gasoline and hydrogen, but since there is no carbon in hydrogen,
there are no or almost no CO2 emissions and only trace amounts of
NOx (oxides of nitrogen). Hydrogen ICE vehicles are typically about
30-50% more efficient than comparable gasoline vehicles.
Recent RNNM News:
September
15 - Ronn
Motor Company Announces Anticipated Launch of H2GO(TM) Hydrogen On-Demand
System for Over-the-Road Trucking & Transportation Industries
Ronn Motor Company, Inc. (OTC: RNNM) announced
recently that the Company will target the Over-The-Road Trucking and
Transportation Industries with the commercial launch of the H2GO(TM)
Hydrogen On-Demand (HOD) fuel injection system.
CEO & President Ronn Maxwell stated, "It's
a great pleasure to announce that we will soon commence manufacturing
of the H2GO(TM) brand on a commercial scale after successfully completing
the Research and Testing Phase. The over-the-road trucking and long
haul transportation industries are showing a great deal of interest
in the H2GO(TM) system as it is a much awaited fuel efficiency aftermarket
product. It is expected that it will save millions of dollars per
year in fuel costs per company depending on the size of their fleets."
In a recent news publication, one of the nation's
largest trucking companies is taking measures to reduce its fuel costs.
Wisconsin-based Schneider National said it is dropping the top speed
for their company's 10,600 rigs to 60 miles per hour. The company,
known for its bright orange trucks, said it will save nearly 4 million
gallons of fuel a year. Schneider National further stated that it
spends nearly $80 million in fuel costs per year.
In reference to the magnitude of savings this technology
could achieve, Mr. Maxwell said, "We believe that installing a Hydrogen
On-Demand fuel injection system on Schneider's entire fleet could
save it 25% or as much as $20 million in fuel costs with current prices
at the pump. Over 930 trucking companies have gone out of business
since January 2008 due to the high cost of diesel fuel."
"This industry needs H2GO(TM)," commented
Damon Kuhn, Chief Operations Officer of Ronn Motor Company. "Our HOD
system is unlike any other on the market. H2GO(TM) is a highly engineered
and advanced technology which uses proprietary and patented technologies.
In fact, our HOD system is unavailable with any other system on the
market today. H2GO(TM) further increases its advantages over other
technologies since it uses the patented ProCooler(TM) which (1) reduces
A/C refrigerant usage by 20% to 25%; (2) generates less drag on the
engine, and (3) increases horse power by 5% to 7%. The overall effect
is that this single element alone increases fuel mileage of 1 to 3
miles per gallon of fuel and adds an additional 10% to 15% in fuel
efficiency."
Hydrogen gases produced from the HOD system is
the catalyst of real fuel efficiency. Gasoline alone utilizes 83%
- 85% of available energy. With the introduction of hydrogen, it is
possible to utilize 90%-95% of available energy. This modifies the
combustion process resulting in a more complete fuel burn, thus increasing
overall fuel efficiency.
The H2GO(TM) HOD system also utilizes an advanced
proprietary piggy back electronic control module (ECM) that truly
recognizes the actual mixtures of fossil fuels, oxygen and the gaseous
hydrogen produced by the HOD system. Without this technology, the
HOD system would not be able to accurately identify the mixtures of
oxygen from the gaseous hydrogen and would result in more fuel being
poured into the combustion chamber of the engine resulting in more
fuel consumption. The original manufacturer vehicle onboard computer
is not designed to recognize gaseous hydrogen and therefore fails
accurate mixtures as is produced by the H2GO(TM) HOD system.
Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Ronn Motor Company,
Inc. is a design and manufacturing company focused on the leading
edge engineering of environmentally friendly, finely built premium
automobiles and technology. These systems include Hydrogen Fuel, Fuel
cells, and Plug in-electrics. These features, coupled with RMC's core
values of a strong sense of ethics, environmental sensitivity and
premium quality positions the company as one of the new leaders in
an automotive industry transitioning toward fuel efficiency. For more
information, please visit www.ronnmotors.com.
Ronn
Motor Company
5601 Democracy Drive, Suite 295
Plano, TX 75024
Phone: 972-378-7917
http://www.ronnmotors.com/
