Harley-Davidson’s pastel maxi-scooters promise unprecedented power

Harley-Davidson’s all-electric LiveWire division is collaborating with Taiwanese scooter giant KYMCO on high-performance electric maxi-scooters. Anticipated to hit the market in 2026, these scooters will make use of LiveWire’s S2 Arrow powertrain.Conti… Continue reading Harley-Davidson’s pastel maxi-scooters promise unprecedented power

‘City Transformer’ microcar widens wheel track for high-speed stability

The CT-2 is a shape-shifting four-wheeled urban getabout, a tandem two-seater that can park in motorcycle spaces and filter through traffic – but that spreads its wheels wider for stability at higher speeds. It’s slated for production in 2026.Continue … Continue reading ‘City Transformer’ microcar widens wheel track for high-speed stability

All that glitters is not gold: Ola e-motorcycles slammed upon launch

Ola’s super-cheap electric roadsters caused a global stir at launch, but issues are now becoming apparent, from the subpar base variant lacking basic safety equipment, to an embarrassing case of outright plagiarism of Zero Motorcycles’ press photos.Con… Continue reading All that glitters is not gold: Ola e-motorcycles slammed upon launch

US$1,400 tilting three-wheeler puts a roof over riders’ heads

A scooter with a roof. This idea doesn’t really scream novel – especially in Asia. BMW even toyed with this idea (and failed) at the turn of the century. We’ll excuse you if you don’t remember the C1, which never even made it to the US. Its peculiar de… Continue reading US$1,400 tilting three-wheeler puts a roof over riders’ heads

Rad rides out first belt-drive ebike, and it’s an entry level step-thru

Seattle’s Rad Power Bikes is hoping to tempt new riders to its ebike stable with the launch of the RadKick step-through – a Class 2 cargo-ready commuter with chain drive for $1,200 or clean and quiet belt drive for just 200 bucks more.Continue ReadingC… Continue reading Rad rides out first belt-drive ebike, and it’s an entry level step-thru

Lectric glides through urban commutes on low-cost torque-sensor ebike

After taking care of wild riders with the XPeak fat-tire off-roader, Phoenix-based budget-friendly ebike brand Lectric is now riding into the full-size commuter space with the XPress – which can be had for under a grand.Continue ReadingCategory: Bicycl… Continue reading Lectric glides through urban commutes on low-cost torque-sensor ebike

The Toyota e-Hilux that hasn’t debuted yet turns troopy-like mini-bus

Toyota has been developing an all-electric Hilux pickup in Thailand for over a year, and the prototype truck has now been turned into a slick, little passenger-mover. Like a classic Land Cruiser Troopy, the new mini-bus seats two rows of passengers in … Continue reading The Toyota e-Hilux that hasn’t debuted yet turns troopy-like mini-bus

Video: Odd Spanish eVTOL demonstrates fractal propulsion system

How did we miss this one? This Spanish eVTOL has been flying in prototype form for a number of years now, using a unique 4×4-prop FlyFree tilting mechanism designed to keep the cabin level – and a new five-seat design takes things up a level.Continue R… Continue reading Video: Odd Spanish eVTOL demonstrates fractal propulsion system

Orbea’s new hydroformed ebike adds fun and style to daily commuting

An eye-catching new urban ebike named Diem has hit the road in Basque country and beyond, leveraging almost a century of high-end manufacturing know-how from renowned European premium bike maker Orbea.Continue ReadingCategory: Bicycles, TransportTags: … Continue reading Orbea’s new hydroformed ebike adds fun and style to daily commuting

Anod Hybrid ebike doubles down with supercaps & pocket-sized battery

Every pedal-assist ebike is technically a hybrid, combining battery-driven motor power with good old-fashioned leg power. With that in mind, the new Anod Hybrid bike is technically more of a ‘tri-brid,’ adding supercapacitors to the equation to provide… Continue reading Anod Hybrid ebike doubles down with supercaps & pocket-sized battery