Expect a bright future without contaminated by air pollution, the presence of the electric-powered vehicles will be the mainstay. Not only car manufacturers are aggressively preparing electric cars, but also motorcycles. So So an electric vehicle company based in Middletown, Rhode Island, United States, Vectrix also introduces their unique future electric scooter.
Vectrix ES-3. (Picture from: http://www.topspeed.com/) |
It comes with name Vectrix ES-3, it is a 100 percent electric-powered scooter that has three wheeled and unique design. The scooter concept same as the Segway, in which the rider will be in a standing position when riding this electric scooter.
With ergonomic controls, the comfortable rider standing position improves handling and ride quality. (Picture from: http://www.vectrix.com/) |
The difference with the Segway, Vectrix ES-3 is the scooter control position designed in an ergonomic and comfortable when it through the congested lanes. Vectrix ES-3 will be equipped with an automatic transmission system including the ability to reverse gear. There is even a features of parking brake and electronic differential for easier maneuvering and nimbly.
Left side view of Vectrix ES-3. (Picture from: http://www.topspeed.com/) |
Vectrix ES-3 amplified with an electric motor powered 2.7 hp and backed by a Lithium battery that has a capacity of 1 Kwh. The battery can be fully charged in 4 hours and can travel a maximum distance of about 40 km (24.85 miles) with a top speed of only 40 kph (24.85 mph).
To be an ideal future electric scooter, Vectrix ES-3 may need to do a bit more development in terms of performance and battery capacity. Of course with a longer mileage and the ability to charge the battery faster will be more attraction. For the price still has not been announced by Vectrix. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | VECTRIX | TOPSPEED]