Vectrix

A Landmark Product - The Vectrix Maxi Electric Scooter

By: Jerome Byrd Electric Scooter World
Opening Notes: My report findings are based on a very short hands-on test ride. There will be no attempt to measure the Vectrix Maxi Electric Scooter in terms of dollar value or being cost effective. See "Comments" at the end of this mini-report for for any thoughts on those aspects.

Vectrix Launches at Commerce Bank Philadelphia International Championship
World’s first high-powered, electric two-wheel vehicle begins its nationwide launch as the Featured Innovation of the Commerce Bank Philadelphia International Championship
27 June 2007
Philadelphia, Pa.—June 10, 2007—Vectrix—the world’s first high-powered, electric two-wheel vehicle designed to offer high performance and zero emissions—made its debut today as the Featured Innovation of the Commerce Bank Philadelphia International Championship.

I noticed today that a Vectrix dealer here in Washington says they have one on site for test drives. I have to say I was very skeptical about this product ever hitting the market. I realize they don't actually have any on the lot that you can drive home today, but I'm amazed they've received their demo bike. I hope they (Vectrix) make it, and have some successors follow their lead...

http://www.thegreencarco.com/product_info/pets/motorcycles.php

Vectrix introduces the 3 Wheels version of the Electrical MAXI-Scooter
To the excellent performances of the 2 wheels version, the Electric 3W adds a greater reliability and safety of guide.
Electric3W is the new electrical generation of MAXI-Scooter adapted for those who search a solution of safe, reliable and clean urban mobility.

Introducing the revolutionary Vectrix fuel cell hybrid maxi-scooter—the perfect solution for urban commuters looking for greater range and charging flexibility. It’s easy to use, environmentally friendly, and affordable to own. The fuel cell hybrid maxi-scooter, co-developed by Vectrix and Parker Hannifin, integrates an onboard fuel cell with our electric maxi-scooter. Range is 250 km (155 miles) and the batteries do not need to be charged at a fixed electrical outlet.

Best electric scooter on the market?
20.000 watts of power, 110km range, top speed limited to 100km/h

Groovy V: Vectrix Electric Maxi-Scooter

Here is a good write up about it:
viamichelin.com/viamichelin/gbr/tpl/mag5/art20061215/...

I just heard that Vectrix is looking for dealers in the LA and San Diego
areas for a launch of their electric Motorbike in March 2007. They
apparently have dealers lined up in most of the large metro areas
except these two.

They need someone with a motorcycle dealers license who has enough
showroom space to dedicate to a fairly big display of their bikes. If
you know of anyone who fits this and might be interested in selling the
Vectrix them, know.

Here is another video I ran across showing inside the plant, and the assembly area.
http://www.treemo.com/users/groovygreen/channel/item/17165/

I also ran across this: The US firm Vectrix appear to have made a prototype electric version of the Piaggio MP3....as seen at the Milan show.
Says it's due for production in 2008.

Piaggio MP3
http://www.mp3.piaggio.com/index_eng.html