Bugatti unveiled their first EV today, and to the surprise of many, it wasn’t some modern electric hypercar. Instead, it’s a simple yet sleek-looking electric scooter. Read more: Bugatti Chiron vs Rimac Concept One The 35-pound, foldable scooter is made of magnesium alloy and is said to be “aerodynamic yet functional.” Riders can reach a top …
Read moreBugatti’s first electric vehicle rolled out, on two wheels
Okai, a longtime leader in light electric vehicles, showcases their latest e-scooters and electric accessories at CES 2022. Here are the highlights of what they have in store for the future of micro-mobility. Beetle EA10 The first of its kind, this adorable seated electric scooter is small but mighty. The Beetle has a 350W power …
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After teasing concept art at the Tokyo Motor Show in 2019, it appears the Yamaha electric scooters are finally headed for production. See also: What’s the difference between electric scooters, bikes, mopeds and motorcycles? Titled the E01 and E02, the electric scooters will feature two performance envelopes for different riders. Let’s break them down in …
Although Ducati is most known for its motorcycles, the Italian manufacturer has steadily expanded its micro-mobility line. This time it’s with a new electric kick-scooter; the Ducati Pro-III touted as the “most technically advanced scooter” they have produced. See also: The best electric kick-scooters you can buy The Ducati Pro-III is powered by a 350W …
Read moreDucati rolls out the new Pro-III electric kick-scooter
Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) is reportedly looking to launch a new electric scooter next year. For the uninitiated, HMSI is a subsidiary of the much larger Honda Motor Company, headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. HMSI has been around since 1999 and is India’s second-largest two-wheeler maker. They have been a market leader for years …
Read moreHonda subsidiary launching an electric scooter in India next year
Five months after announcing their deal with Yadea and Dachangjiang Group, Gogoro has opened 45 battery-swapping stations in Hangzhou, China. For the uninitiated, Gogoro is a Taiwanese company known for its battery technologies and scooters. They also deal with other manufacturers like Hero, Aeon Motor, PGO, and Yamaha. These other manufacturers implement Gogoro’s hot-swappable battery …
Read moreGogoro launches battery-swapping stations in Hangzhou, China
Electric scooters are convenient, especially if you want to travel on sidewalks and bike paths to avoid traffic jams. If that doesn’t convince you, think about all the gas, parking fees, tickets, tolls, and taxi fares that you will evade if you drive an electric scooter. However, if you’re on a tight budget, can you …
Often referred to as electric scooters, electric mopeds (e-mopeds) come with a back-heavy step-through frame and are paired with a less powerful motor and smaller wheels than your traditional motorbike. However, sometimes that is exactly why they are the perfect choice for frequent city commuters. Most e-mopeds have an average power range of 2HP and …
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The year was 1903. The city: Detroit. Henry Ford was building what would go on to become one of the largest companies in the world. Ford Motor Company was one of the very few to have survived the great depression and is often credited with the proliferation of four-wheeled vehicles. It’s been over 100 years, …
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