http://www.iwatani.co.jp/eng/newsrelease/detail.php?idx=32
October 08, 2009Hydrogen Bicycle with A Hydrogen Fuel Cell Completed～Demonstration Started at Kansai International Airport on October 13～
Iwatani Corporation
Original Development of a Compact Hydrogen Storage Alloy Cartridge to Make it Safe, Practical, and Easy / Convenient to Use
A hydrogen supply system using hydrogen cartridges was developed in tandem with the Hydrogen Bicycle. This cartridge is an original product developed by Iwatani. Hydrogen storage alloy is loaded inside the cartridge to store 80 litters (at 0 deg-C, 0.1 MPa) of hydrogen at low pressure. The cartridge is designed to improve heat exchange efficiency for quick heat exchange when storing or supplying hydrogen, enabling shorter filling time and greater quantity and of hydrogen supply compared with the previous similar
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http://www.ezeebike.us/ride.shtml#vid
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http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/23/yamahas-ec-f-electric-motorcycle-has-two-wheels-and-one-plug/
Oct 23rd 2009
Yamaha's EC-f electric motorcycle has two wheels and one plug
Motorcycles are light, small, and easily able to ride up on sidewalks in search of hidden power plugs. They're the perfect electric vehicle but, despite a few notable exceptions, they're still powered by dino juice. Yamaha, makers of the raucous crossplane crank R1 sportbike, has decided to go a little bit cuter for its vision of the rechargeable future, the EC-f. It features an aluminum frame, a lithium ion battery, and styling cues that will have riders worrying about that green ring turning red. That, of course, assumes this will ever actually have riders, which is doubtful given the fate of most fanciful Tokyo Motor Show concepts like this.
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"We dig it"
Wired
"...totally practical"
Engadget
"...snazzy and portable"
Popular Science
"...grin turns to smug smile"
Daily Mail http://www.yikebike.com/site/gallery
http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/23/yamahas-ec-f-electric-motorcycle-has-two-wheels-and-one-plug/
Oct 23rd 2009Yamaha's EC-f electric motorcycle has two wheels and one plug
Motorcycles are light, small, and easily able to ride up on sidewalks in search of hidden power plugs. They're the perfect electric vehicle but, despite a few notable exceptions, they're still powered by dino juice. Yamaha, makers of the raucous crossplane crank R1 sportbike, has decided to go a little bit cuter for its vision of the rechargeable future, the EC-f. It features an aluminum frame, a lithium ion battery, and styling cues that will have riders worrying about that green ring turning red. That, of course, assumes this will ever actually have riders, which is doubtful given the fate of most fanciful Tokyo Motor Show concepts like this.
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"We dig it"Wired
"...totally practical"
Engadget
"...snazzy and portable"
Popular Science
"...grin turns to smug smile"
Daily Mail http://www.yikebike.com/site/gallery
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http://www.popsci.com/diy/article/2009-12/robot-buddy-your-bicycle-built-two
VIDEO http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HcW-VzpgcE8
12.22.2009
POWERED-DOWN
With its 14-horsepower electric motor, Joules “is so powerful, it could probably climb a tree,” Morgan jokes. In fact, the motor would push too hard had he not added an electronic speed and current controller that limits it to 28 percent of its total horsepower. (It maxes out at 2,400 rpm, which is far too fast for a bike—pro cyclists usually crank at 100 to 110 rpm.) Morgan also managed to slow the rotation of the pedals to a more manageable maximum of 90 rpm, or an estimated top speed of 30 mph, by adding several rotating belts and chains to Joules’s torso. That increased the torque as well, giving the robot enough power to carry the rider up the hill and beyond.
http://www.popsci.com/diy/article/2009-12/robot-buddy-your-bicycle-built-two
VIDEO http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HcW-VzpgcE8
12.22.2009POWERED-DOWN
With its 14-horsepower electric motor, Joules “is so powerful, it could probably climb a tree,” Morgan jokes. In fact, the motor would push too hard had he not added an electronic speed and current controller that limits it to 28 percent of its total horsepower. (It maxes out at 2,400 rpm, which is far too fast for a bike—pro cyclists usually crank at 100 to 110 rpm.) Morgan also managed to slow the rotation of the pedals to a more manageable maximum of 90 rpm, or an estimated top speed of 30 mph, by adding several rotating belts and chains to Joules’s torso. That increased the torque as well, giving the robot enough power to carry the rider up the hill and beyond.
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http://evworld.com/insider.cfm?year=9&nextedition=237#ghosn
16 Nov 2009
http://evworld.com/insider.cfm?year=9&nextedition=237#ghosn16 Nov 2009
PHOTO OF THE WEEK: YikeBike made it into Time magazine's Top 50 inventions for 2009, and with good cause. Unfolded, the 21st century version of a 19th century Penny Farthing high-wheel bicycle can carry an adult at 20 km/h on lithium ion batteries for 10 km (6.2 miles). More below.
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http://www.wheels.ca/reviews/article/782957
Zero S: electrifying, expensive
The first street-legal electric bike in Canada is great while running errands around town
Nov 14, 2009
Zero Motorcycles, a small California firm located in Scotts Valley, just north of Santa Cruz, is the brainchild of aeronautical engineer Neal Saiki. The Zero S electric street bike is the first street-legal electric bike available in Canada
What's it like living with an electric bike? Around town, it's fabulous. Handling is ultra light, bordering on twitchy – though this never wavered confidence due to my test bike's modest top speed (production models will be rated at 110 km/h).
Although the 80 km range seems paltry, it's adequate for city hopping, especially since a recharge is a wall outlet away. Stopping for lunch? Ask to run an extension cord outside while you eat.
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http://www.livemint.com/2009/05/04004524/Electric-vehicle-makers-seek-2.html
May 4 2009Electric vehicle makers ... video ?
Electric vehicle makers seek 25% govt subsidy
Sales of electric vehicles, primarily scooters, which had been growing at a healthy clip last year, have stagnated in recent months. In the absence of incentives from the government, such as a reduction in duties and help in setting up charging stations, companies such as Hero Electric, Electrotherm India Ltd and Reva Electric Car Co. are finding it difficult to boost sales.
Cuts in petrol prices announced in December and February have also acted as a dampener by narrowing the incentive in shifting to electric vehicles.
“This (industry) has to be seeded by the government by incentivizing people to buy our products,” says Sohinder Gill, chief executive of Hero Electric, the Hero Group arm that sells electric two-wheelers.
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www.gizmag.com/tag/electric+vehicle/2/
May 12, 2009
The highly-desirable 1000 watt Limited Edition TidalForce M-750 x2.0 electric fold-up bike
Military-funded projects often pave the way for a much better consumer product, and although the original DARPA funding of the development of the Tactical Electric No Signature (TENS) Mountain bike for Marines and paratroopers is now over a decade old, hold onto your hats folks, because the design has been upgraded and will be sold in limited quantities with a 1000 watt propulsion system. The TidalForce M-750 x2.0 is based around the commercially available (and ingenious) Montague Paratrooper folding bike but has a top speed of over 30 mph and range on a single charge is 25 - 28 miles, using the electric power only. The E+ advanced propulsion system features nine forward power modes, nine resistance (exercise) modes, cruise control and anti-theft. It folds to 3 x 3 ft, so it fits in the boot, and the componentry is first class with RockShox Tora 302 Forks, Shimano XTR brakes, FSA Gossamer 30/38/52 tooth crank set, Crane Creek Thudbuster ST seat suspension and a WTB Speed-V Seat. Like we said - highly-desirable. Read More
http://www.wheels.ca/reviews/article/782957
Zero S: electrifying, expensiveThe first street-legal electric bike in Canada is great while running errands around town
Nov 14, 2009
Zero Motorcycles, a small California firm located in Scotts Valley, just north of Santa Cruz, is the brainchild of aeronautical engineer Neal Saiki. The Zero S electric street bike is the first street-legal electric bike available in Canada
What's it like living with an electric bike? Around town, it's fabulous. Handling is ultra light, bordering on twitchy – though this never wavered confidence due to my test bike's modest top speed (production models will be rated at 110 km/h).
Although the 80 km range seems paltry, it's adequate for city hopping, especially since a recharge is a wall outlet away. Stopping for lunch? Ask to run an extension cord outside while you eat.
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http://www.livemint.com/2009/05/04004524/Electric-vehicle-makers-seek-2.html
May 4 2009Electric vehicle makers ... video ?
Electric vehicle makers seek 25% govt subsidy
Sales of electric vehicles, primarily scooters, which had been growing at a healthy clip last year, have stagnated in recent months. In the absence of incentives from the government, such as a reduction in duties and help in setting up charging stations, companies such as Hero Electric, Electrotherm India Ltd and Reva Electric Car Co. are finding it difficult to boost sales.
Cuts in petrol prices announced in December and February have also acted as a dampener by narrowing the incentive in shifting to electric vehicles.
“This (industry) has to be seeded by the government by incentivizing people to buy our products,” says Sohinder Gill, chief executive of Hero Electric, the Hero Group arm that sells electric two-wheelers.
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www.gizmag.com/tag/electric+vehicle/2/
May 12, 2009The highly-desirable 1000 watt Limited Edition TidalForce M-750 x2.0 electric fold-up bike
Military-funded projects often pave the way for a much better consumer product, and although the original DARPA funding of the development of the Tactical Electric No Signature (TENS) Mountain bike for Marines and paratroopers is now over a decade old, hold onto your hats folks, because the design has been upgraded and will be sold in limited quantities with a 1000 watt propulsion system. The TidalForce M-750 x2.0 is based around the commercially available (and ingenious) Montague Paratrooper folding bike but has a top speed of over 30 mph and range on a single charge is 25 - 28 miles, using the electric power only. The E+ advanced propulsion system features nine forward power modes, nine resistance (exercise) modes, cruise control and anti-theft. It folds to 3 x 3 ft, so it fits in the boot, and the componentry is first class with RockShox Tora 302 Forks, Shimano XTR brakes, FSA Gossamer 30/38/52 tooth crank set, Crane Creek Thudbuster ST seat suspension and a WTB Speed-V Seat. Like we said - highly-desirable. Read More
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http://www.greencarcongress.com/
The electric motor employed in the study has been designed for city use and is based on components by the company Vectrix.
http://www.greencarcongress.com/
BMW Motorrad Develops C1-E Electric Study
As Contribution to eSUM
6 November 2009
BMW Motorrad has developed an electric study vehicle, the C1-E, as a contribution to the European safety project eSUM. This study unit is based on6 November 2009
The electric motor employed in the study has been designed for city use and is based on components by the company Vectrix.
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http://www.thecalifornian.com/article/20091027/NEWS01/910270309/1002/San-Jose-based-Green-Vehicles-electric-car-company-coming-to-Salinas-%28updated-12-35-p.m.%29
October 27, 2009
San Jose-based Green Vehicles electric car company coming to Salinas
Weir said the company's vehicles are ideal for Salinas Valley residents and the agricultural industry.
All three models cost less than $25,000, and batteries can last up to 100 miles before they need to be recharged, he said.
One of the company's vehicles, the BUCKSHOT, is a zero-emission pickup that can carry up to 1,000 pounds.
"It's perfect for vineyards in the area," Weir said.
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http://www.cleanbreak.ca/category/electric-vehicles/
Autoparts giant Magna quietly enters e-bike marketS
August 8th, 2009
Nearly two years ago Magna Marque, a subsidiary of Magna International, quietly acquired a small company in Quebec called EPS Energy Propulsion Systems Inc., maker of the BionX e-bike kit. Manfred Gingl, founder and president of Magna Marque and former CEO of parent company Magna International, had a personal interest in bicycle technology and realized the market for e-bikes would be huge. Today, I have a story in the Toronto Star (sidebar here) that for the first time gives readers an inside look at what Magna is up to and how it plans to be a leading supplier of electric propulsion systems for bicycles and other mobile products, from paddle boats to three
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http://green.autoblog.com/2009/08/21/video-enicycle-electric-unicycle-is-balanced-minimalism/
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SHANGHAI —
The population of China owns more bikes than any other country in the world — there’s one for every three inhabitants.
Now workers upgrading to battery-powered bikes and scooters.
Even those who can afford cars are opting for the bikes, to avoid traffic jams and expensive gasoline.
There are 430 million bicycles in China, which outnumbers electric bikes and scooters 7-1.
But production of electric bicycles has soared from fewer than 200,000 eight years ago to 22 million last year, mostly for the domestic market. The industry estimates about 65 million are on Chinese roads.
Car sales are also booming but there are still only 24 million for civilian use, because few of the 1.3 billion population can afford them. Chinese cities still have plenty of bicycle lanes, even if some have made way for cars and buses.
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Aug 21st 2009
VIDEO: eniCycle electric unicycle is balanced minimalism
Numero “Uno” Electric Motorcycle
06 January 2009
By designing a electric motorcycle that would run on battery power and placing the two wheels side by side instead of north to south, he would avoid not only pollution but the size of the Uno electric motorcycle would be compact enough to navigate through the crowded streets and be light enough to be carried up stairs. By using a computer and a gyroscope to balance, the bike maneuvers with a shift of the driver’s body – forwards, back or sideways.---- has successfully deisigned a electric motorcycle that has lead to him being named at 19 years of age one of the top 10 inventors of the year by Popular Science and has appeared on “The Tonight Show
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Share Scooters in Sydney
Posted on 31 March 2009
There’s a great post over at Treehugger.com today, entitled “We have Shared Bikes, Why Not Scooters?”
“Here is an idea that builds on the idea of bike-share but takes up a lot less space: Shared electric scooters.” says the entry. (Note that in the example above, the man isn’t wearing a helmet!)
This idea is an entry in the Australian Design Awards competition, by Anton Grimes of the University of New South Wales. He writes
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http://www.electricbikee.com/
08 August 2009
New electric bike news, electric bicycle news, electric motorcycle news, electric bike reviews, electric bike trends, electric bike technology, electric motorcycle reviews, Electric Bike India, China Electric Bike, Electric Bike Australia, Electric Bike Canada, Electric Bike UK, Electric Bike Australia, Oregon Electric Bike, Washington Electric Bike, California Electric Bike
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New Engine Powers Two Wheelers
Posted on 07 April 2009
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http://www.electricbikee.com/electric-bike-laws-give-you-a-shock/
Electric Bike Laws Give You a Shock!
Posted on 22 January 2009
Countries like the United States, Canada and Australia all have different laws and regulations for the use of electric bikes. Within each state and province there can be even more variations making the it incredibly confusing. Check with your local authorities about conflicting laws and regulations. Electric bicycles have rules that require the use of proper safety gear such as helmets.
In many places electric bikes are not allowed to be ridden on the road as part of traffic. Check into this before you receive a fine. To ride on the road could obstruct traffic and cause
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Pedego Comfort Cruiser Electric Bikes
07 March 2009 This is a good VIDEO
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Electric bike Sales Up In The Netherlands ^ 45 %
03 August 2009
Despite the downturn in the economy...
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http://www.nanotech-now.com/news.cgi?story_id=34054 Tesla Motors Scientist Joins KLD Energy Technologies
July 28th, 2009
KLD Energy Technologies announced in June that its Neue™ high-performance, transmissionless electric motor system will be made available in the United States through a new, sleek electric scooter. The E165 scooter reaches speeds of up to 65 miles per hour and possesses a range of over 100 miles on a standard lithium battery. Made from an innovative nano-crystalline composite material to conduct energy more efficiently than traditional iron-core motors, the Neue™ motor has a high-frequency to low RPM ratio.
The Neue™ enables two- and three-wheeled vehicles to attain speeds and performance levels comparable to gas-powered vehicles.
Base price for the scooter is $3,288.00. Earlier this year, KLD Energy Technologies announced a deal with Sufat, the leading Vietnamese scooter manufacturer, to produce its high-performance motor for a new line of scooters.
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http://www.wheelsunplugged.com/show_story_new.aspx?sid=8&iid=9
Ultra Motor A2B in USAIt looks like a modified BMX, but it just might be the answer to urban and suburban commuting in the USA.
8/26/2008
The German designed, Taiwanese-constructed bike has a range of 20 miles (32 km) with a speed of 20 mph (32 kmph). You also have an option of adding a lithium-ion battery for extra distance. With front shocks, padded seat and rear swingarm it also promises to be a comfortable ride. It will be priced at $2599
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http://www.thecalifornian.com/article/20091027/NEWS01/910270309/1002/San-Jose-based-Green-Vehicles-electric-car-company-coming-to-Salinas-%28updated-12-35-p.m.%29
October 27, 2009
San Jose-based Green Vehicles electric car company coming to Salinas
Weir said the company's vehicles are ideal for Salinas Valley residents and the agricultural industry.
All three models cost less than $25,000, and batteries can last up to 100 miles before they need to be recharged, he said.
One of the company's vehicles, the BUCKSHOT, is a zero-emission pickup that can carry up to 1,000 pounds.
"It's perfect for vineyards in the area," Weir said.
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http://www.cleanbreak.ca/category/electric-vehicles/
Autoparts giant Magna quietly enters e-bike marketSAugust 8th, 2009
Nearly two years ago Magna Marque, a subsidiary of Magna International, quietly acquired a small company in Quebec called EPS Energy Propulsion Systems Inc., maker of the BionX e-bike kit. Manfred Gingl, founder and president of Magna Marque and former CEO of parent company Magna International, had a personal interest in bicycle technology and realized the market for e-bikes would be huge. Today, I have a story in the Toronto Star (sidebar here) that for the first time gives readers an inside look at what Magna is up to and how it plans to be a leading supplier of electric propulsion systems for bicycles and other mobile products, from paddle boats to three
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http://green.autoblog.com/2009/08/21/video-enicycle-electric-unicycle-is-balanced-minimalism/
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SHANGHAI —
The population of China owns more bikes than any other country in the world — there’s one for every three inhabitants.
Now workers upgrading to battery-powered bikes and scooters.
Even those who can afford cars are opting for the bikes, to avoid traffic jams and expensive gasoline.
There are 430 million bicycles in China, which outnumbers electric bikes and scooters 7-1.
But production of electric bicycles has soared from fewer than 200,000 eight years ago to 22 million last year, mostly for the domestic market. The industry estimates about 65 million are on Chinese roads.
Car sales are also booming but there are still only 24 million for civilian use, because few of the 1.3 billion population can afford them. Chinese cities still have plenty of bicycle lanes, even if some have made way for cars and buses.
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Aug 21st 2009
VIDEO: eniCycle electric unicycle is balanced minimalism
Numero “Uno” Electric Motorcycle06 January 2009
By designing a electric motorcycle that would run on battery power and placing the two wheels side by side instead of north to south, he would avoid not only pollution but the size of the Uno electric motorcycle would be compact enough to navigate through the crowded streets and be light enough to be carried up stairs. By using a computer and a gyroscope to balance, the bike maneuvers with a shift of the driver’s body – forwards, back or sideways.---- has successfully deisigned a electric motorcycle that has lead to him being named at 19 years of age one of the top 10 inventors of the year by Popular Science and has appeared on “The Tonight Show
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Share Scooters in SydneyPosted on 31 March 2009
There’s a great post over at Treehugger.com today, entitled “We have Shared Bikes, Why Not Scooters?”
“Here is an idea that builds on the idea of bike-share but takes up a lot less space: Shared electric scooters.” says the entry. (Note that in the example above, the man isn’t wearing a helmet!)
This idea is an entry in the Australian Design Awards competition, by Anton Grimes of the University of New South Wales. He writes
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http://www.electricbikee.com/08 August 2009
New electric bike news, electric bicycle news, electric motorcycle news, electric bike reviews, electric bike trends, electric bike technology, electric motorcycle reviews, Electric Bike India, China Electric Bike, Electric Bike Australia, Electric Bike Canada, Electric Bike UK, Electric Bike Australia, Oregon Electric Bike, Washington Electric Bike, California Electric Bike
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Posted on 07 April 2009
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http://www.electricbikee.com/electric-bike-laws-give-you-a-shock/
Electric Bike Laws Give You a Shock!Posted on 22 January 2009
Countries like the United States, Canada and Australia all have different laws and regulations for the use of electric bikes. Within each state and province there can be even more variations making the it incredibly confusing. Check with your local authorities about conflicting laws and regulations. Electric bicycles have rules that require the use of proper safety gear such as helmets.
In many places electric bikes are not allowed to be ridden on the road as part of traffic. Check into this before you receive a fine. To ride on the road could obstruct traffic and cause
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Pedego Comfort Cruiser Electric Bikes
07 March 2009 This is a good VIDEO
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Electric bike Sales Up In The Netherlands ^ 45 %
03 August 2009
Despite the downturn in the economy...
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http://www.nanotech-now.com/news.cgi?story_id=34054 Tesla Motors Scientist Joins KLD Energy TechnologiesJuly 28th, 2009
KLD Energy Technologies announced in June that its Neue™ high-performance, transmissionless electric motor system will be made available in the United States through a new, sleek electric scooter. The E165 scooter reaches speeds of up to 65 miles per hour and possesses a range of over 100 miles on a standard lithium battery. Made from an innovative nano-crystalline composite material to conduct energy more efficiently than traditional iron-core motors, the Neue™ motor has a high-frequency to low RPM ratio.
The Neue™ enables two- and three-wheeled vehicles to attain speeds and performance levels comparable to gas-powered vehicles.
Base price for the scooter is $3,288.00. Earlier this year, KLD Energy Technologies announced a deal with Sufat, the leading Vietnamese scooter manufacturer, to produce its high-performance motor for a new line of scooters.
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http://www.wheelsunplugged.com/show_story_new.aspx?sid=8&iid=9
Ultra Motor A2B in USAIt looks like a modified BMX, but it just might be the answer to urban and suburban commuting in the USA.8/26/2008
The German designed, Taiwanese-constructed bike has a range of 20 miles (32 km) with a speed of 20 mph (32 kmph). You also have an option of adding a lithium-ion battery for extra distance. With front shocks, padded seat and rear swingarm it also promises to be a comfortable ride. It will be priced at $2599
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Elmoto: Stylish and economical electric biking in one lightweight package
By Paul Ridden
June 15, 2009
By Paul Ridden
June 15, 2009
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http://www.asiaing.com/electric-bikes-in-the-people-s-republic-of-china-free-ebook.html
Electric Bikes in the People’s Republic of China, Free eBook
Sunday, 02 August 2009
Electric bikes (e-bikes) provide cheap, convenient, and relatively energy-efficient transportation to an estimated 40 million to 50 million people in the People’s Republic of China (PRC) as of 2007. They are quickly becoming one of the dominant travel modes in the PRC.
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http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/1/4191/Motorcycle-Article/Zero-DS-Electric-Dual-Sport-First-Look.aspx
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Zero DS Electric Dual-Sport First Look
http://www.asiaing.com/electric-bikes-in-the-people-s-republic-of-china-free-ebook.htmlElectric Bikes in the People’s Republic of China, Free eBook
Sunday, 02 August 2009
Electric bikes (e-bikes) provide cheap, convenient, and relatively energy-efficient transportation to an estimated 40 million to 50 million people in the People’s Republic of China (PRC) as of 2007. They are quickly becoming one of the dominant travel modes in the PRC.
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http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/1/4191/Motorcycle-Article/Zero-DS-Electric-Dual-Sport-First-Look.aspx
Wednesday, July 29, 2009Zero DS Electric Dual-Sport First Look
Zero DS Specs: Top Speed: 55mph Motor Type: Type Brushed permanent magnet electric, patent-pending lithium ion array Capacity: 4 kWh (58volts @ 70Ah) Range: Up to 50 miles Recharge Time: Less than 4 hours Input: Standard 110V or 220V Transmission: Clutchless one speed Drive System: 17T / 61T, 420 Chain Front Suspension: Travel 10 inches Rear Suspension: Travel 9 inches Front Brakes: 2 Pot Hydraulic, Stainless Rotor, Hand Actuated Rear Brakes: 1 Pot Hydraulic, Stainless Rotor, Foot Actuated Front Tire: 3.25-17 Rear Tire: 110/90-16 Front Wheel: 17 x 2.15 Rear Wheel: 16 x 3.0 Wheelbase: 56.75 inches Seat Height: 35.5 inches Head Angle: 26 degrees from vertical with 10 inch fork Trail: 3.26 inches Frame Weight: 29 pounds Power Pack Weight: 80 pounds Total Weight: 270 pounds Typical cost to recharge: Less than $.01 per mile or kilometer MSRP: $9950 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
http://www.fastcompany.com/blog/lynne-d-johnson/digital-media-diva/worldwide-debut-brammo-enertia-electric-motorcycle
Worldwide Debut of Brammo Enertia Electric Motorcycle BY Lynne d JohnsonTue Jul 7, 2009 at 10:09 PM
Built in Ashland, Oregon, the Enertia will be available in Best Buy's Portland store starting July 5, and later rolling out in 1,200 other U.S. Best Buy locations, as well as 1,800
Best Buy locations in Europe via The Carphone Warehouse Group. "We do R&D, manufacturing, and design all in Ashland and can get up to 1,000s of production vehicles at a time depending on the demand at Best Buy," says Farris. Best Buy Capital was an early investor in the Enertia.
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http://www.usposttoday.com/e-china-the-bicycle-kingdom-is-going-electric/
US Post Today.
E-China:
The bicycle kingdom is going electric
China, the world’s bicycle kingdom — one for every three inhabitants — is going electric.
---it still has 430 million bicycles by government count, outnumbering electric bikes and scooters 7-1.
But production of electric two-wheelers has soared from fewer than 200,000 eight years ago to 22 million last year, mostly for the domestic market. The industry estimates about 65 million are on Chinese roads.---
The trend is catching on in the U.S. and elsewhere.----
In Japan, plug-in bicycles are favored by cost-conscious companies and older commuters. “Many company workers are beginning to use them to visit clients instead of driving, to save fuel costs,” Australians use electric bicycles in rural towns without bus and train service---
In the Netherlands, an especially bicycle-friendly country, the industry says sales passed 138,800 last year.
India, Vietnam
China, electric bikes sell for 1,700 yuan to 3,000 yuan ($250 to $450). They require no helmet, plates or driver’s license, and they aren’t affected by restrictions many cities impose on fuel-burning two-wheelers.
It costs a mere 1 yuan (15 U.S. cents) — about the same as the cheapest bus fare — to charge a bike for a day’s use, says Guo Jianrong, head of the Shanghai Bicycle Association, an industry group.
With price competition brutal among China’s 2,300 electric bike and scooter makers, manufacturers have shied away from embracing costlier, cleaner technology. But bigger foreign sales and demand for better batteries may speed improvements.
“We are trying to upgrade to lithium battery technology to be able to sell internationally,” said Hu Gang, a spokesman for Xinri E-Vehicle Group Co., the country’s biggest e- bike manufacturer, with sales of more than 2 million units last year.
The goal is to boost production to more than 5 million units by 2013, he said.
“It’s not that we’re that ambitious,” Hu said. “It’s just that the industry is growing so quickly.”
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With price competition brutal among China’s 2,300 electric bike and scooter)))
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http://www.fastcompany.com/blog/lynne-d-johnson/digital-media-diva/worldwide-debut-brammo-enertia-electric-motorcycle
Worldwide Debut of Brammo Enertia Electric Motorcycle BY Lynne d JohnsonTue Jul 7, 2009 at 10:09 PMBuilt in Ashland, Oregon, the Enertia will be available in Best Buy's Portland store starting July 5, and later rolling out in 1,200 other U.S. Best Buy locations, as well as 1,800
Best Buy locations in Europe via The Carphone Warehouse Group. "We do R&D, manufacturing, and design all in Ashland and can get up to 1,000s of production vehicles at a time depending on the demand at Best Buy," says Farris. Best Buy Capital was an early investor in the Enertia.
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http://www.usposttoday.com/e-china-the-bicycle-kingdom-is-going-electric/US Post Today.
E-China:
The bicycle kingdom is going electric
China, the world’s bicycle kingdom — one for every three inhabitants — is going electric.
---it still has 430 million bicycles by government count, outnumbering electric bikes and scooters 7-1.
But production of electric two-wheelers has soared from fewer than 200,000 eight years ago to 22 million last year, mostly for the domestic market. The industry estimates about 65 million are on Chinese roads.---
The trend is catching on in the U.S. and elsewhere.----
In Japan, plug-in bicycles are favored by cost-conscious companies and older commuters. “Many company workers are beginning to use them to visit clients instead of driving, to save fuel costs,” Australians use electric bicycles in rural towns without bus and train service---
In the Netherlands, an especially bicycle-friendly country, the industry says sales passed 138,800 last year.
India, Vietnam
China, electric bikes sell for 1,700 yuan to 3,000 yuan ($250 to $450). They require no helmet, plates or driver’s license, and they aren’t affected by restrictions many cities impose on fuel-burning two-wheelers.
It costs a mere 1 yuan (15 U.S. cents) — about the same as the cheapest bus fare — to charge a bike for a day’s use, says Guo Jianrong, head of the Shanghai Bicycle Association, an industry group.
With price competition brutal among China’s 2,300 electric bike and scooter makers, manufacturers have shied away from embracing costlier, cleaner technology. But bigger foreign sales and demand for better batteries may speed improvements.
“We are trying to upgrade to lithium battery technology to be able to sell internationally,” said Hu Gang, a spokesman for Xinri E-Vehicle Group Co., the country’s biggest e- bike manufacturer, with sales of more than 2 million units last year.
The goal is to boost production to more than 5 million units by 2013, he said.
“It’s not that we’re that ambitious,” Hu said. “It’s just that the industry is growing so quickly.”
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==CHINA COMPANIES ==
((((Xinri E-V
With price competition brutal among China’s 2,300 electric bike and scooter)))
makers,ehicle Group Co
AUSTRALIA
http://www.electricbicycle.com.au/contact.html
IMAGE - The Electric Bicycle
http://images.google.com/images?hl=en&q=The%20Electric%20Bicycle%20&um=1&ie=UTF-8&sa=N&tab=wi
Google Image- Electric Bicycle Diagrams
http://images.google.com/images?hl=en&um=1&sa=1&q=The+Electric+Bicycle+diagrams&aq=f&oq=
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