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

Tilting EV deploys counterweights to stop it from toppling in curves

Tilting electric three-wheelers may be fun and agile, but they’re generally still not as safe to drive as good ol’ four-wheeled cars. The Kairos EV could change that, as it features not one but two unique safety systems.Continue ReadingCategory: Urban … Continue reading Tilting EV deploys counterweights to stop it from toppling in curves

Pedal-electric Hopper may be the German “car” you didn’t know you wanted

The pedal-electric, semi-enclosed, bicycle/car-hybrid thingies are now coming thick and fast. One of the latest to hit our radar is the Hopper, which has already been turning heads on streets around Germany.Continue ReadingCategory: Urban Transport, Tr… Continue reading Pedal-electric Hopper may be the German “car” you didn’t know you wanted

The iconic Bricklin sports car rises again – as an electric three-wheeler

Although you may not have heard of the Bricklin SV1, it was definitely an interesting car that has gained a cult following. Well, the next chapter in the Bricklin story is now beginning, with the recent announcement of the all-electric Bricklin 3EV.Con… Continue reading The iconic Bricklin sports car rises again – as an electric three-wheeler

Tectus offers a snazzy new take on electric mobility scooters

When most people think of electric mobility scooters for seniors, they likely picture rather unexciting-looking, decidedly “uncool” vehicles. The fully-enclosed all-wheel-drive Tectus, however, looks like the scooter Rick Deckard might have used in Bla… Continue reading Tectus offers a snazzy new take on electric mobility scooters

Avvenire Leggera EV marks a new entry point for three-wheeled roadsters

Two years ago we told you about the Spiritus, a sporty three-wheeler which was part of Canadian firm Daymak’s Avvenire lineup of EVs. Well, Avvenire is now its own company, and it has just unveiled the snazzy and surprisingly accessible Leggera three-w… Continue reading Avvenire Leggera EV marks a new entry point for three-wheeled roadsters

Morgan explores electric future with XP-1 three-wheeler prototype

Veteran Brit sports car maker Morgan has revealed a tasty electric three-wheel roadster prototype called the XP-1 that’s been designed as the rolling test bed for the development of all future Morgan electrics.Continue ReadingCategory: Automotive, Tran… Continue reading Morgan explores electric future with XP-1 three-wheeler prototype

Three-wheel urban electric scooter carves the curves

California-based startup X-oto has launched a three-wheeled electric seated scooter aimed at urban riders and delivery services that leans into corners, and could even see folks zipping around town without needing a moto license.Continue ReadingCategor… Continue reading Three-wheel urban electric scooter carves the curves

Arcimoto gets down to business with MUV electric three-wheeler

Oregon-based e-mobility company Arcimoto has launched a versatile version of its electric three-wheeler that we first covered in 2015. The cargo-hauling MUV has been designed to “handle whatever task you throw its way.”Continue ReadingCategory: Urban T… Continue reading Arcimoto gets down to business with MUV electric three-wheeler

WMC and Mahle partner for electric “big hole” three-wheel police scooter

Following the development and rollout of a “big hole” hybrid three-wheeled scooter for police and emergency services, UK-based R&D outfit White Motorcycle Concepts has teamed up with Mahle Powertrain to produce a fully electric version.Continue Reading… Continue reading WMC and Mahle partner for electric “big hole” three-wheel police scooter