“How can we issue a traffic violation ticket if the users do not possess a license?”
Funky name
Unbeknownst to perhaps a lot of people on this side of the globe, Swedish company Husqvarna doesn't just produce motorcycles. The brand actually has other products in its lineup, including power tools and heavy machinery-a bit far from the Svarts
Now that’s one way to charge while riding
Ladies and gentlemen, Chinese company Jiangsu SnailZhixing Technology has solved mobility: meet the Solar Scooter. As the name directly suggests, it's a solar-powered two-wheeler.It looks as quirky as the entire idea itself-it basically looks like an electric
What do you think?
If you're charging £2,500 (just under P160,000) for your scooter, you better be sure people are getting their money's worth. More so when you're calling your product the "world's first hyper scooter."Does the Dragonfly DF-
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The Striemo was built by a startup that originated from Honda’s Ignition program
It looks like Honda has been way busier as of late than we think. It isn't just the Sony-Honda joint venture that's on the carmaker's plate right now: The company is now branching out into the development of
It’s located at the agency’s HQ
E-bike and electric kick scooter users have a new place to juice up in case they run out of battery: The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) headquarters.That's right, the MMDA's new 20-story HQ in Barangay Ugong, Pasig
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Short answer: It depends
There's much talk about the use of small electric-powered mobility devices lately, with more people switching to these alternative modes of transport due to the rising prices of fuel. Reports seem to indicate a higher number of road incidents involving
Remember to board only the last car of the each train set
More and more people are starting to use alternative mobility devices such as folding bicycles and electric kick scooters as last-mile solutions. There are a lot of possible uses in Metro Manila, after all.Some motorists keep these two-wheelers in
It costs $499
You can now count Jeep among the car manufacturers who've jumped onto the electric kick scooter (EKS) bandwagon-and the off-road specialist's new toy looks about how you'd expect it to.Dubbed the Jeep RX200, this new EKS
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Good to see more motorcycle brands are going into alternative mobility
Dreaming of a two-wheeled work of art from MV Agusta, but your bank account isn't quite ready yet? The Schiranna brand's interpretation of an e-scooter might be just the thing for you.The Rapide Serie Oro incorporates decades
For those who prioritize security
One of the biggest selling points for electric kick scooters is their compact form factor. Many are light, foldable, and relatively easy to carry around compared to something like a bicycle. These advantages, though, also make these devices pretty easy to steal.
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Bikes can be rented for P20 for 15 minutes, scooters
Moovr has been offering its bike and electric kick scooter sharing services in Bonifacio Global City since its launch last year. Now, the company is expanding its reach as it begins providing its services in Makati City.The city is one of
A win for personal mobility
Last week, the Makati Parking Authority (MAPA) caused quite a stir after news got out that its enforcers were apprehending electric kick scooter users in the Central Business District. It appears, though, that this issue has finally been laid to rest.In
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A lot happened this past week
Be warned
For many, personal mobility devices like electric kick scooters have been a godsend since the COVID-19 pandemic began. Not only does the vehicle provide an alternative to a public transportation system unable to perform at full capacity, it gives people that
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The German carmaker wants in on the urban mobility lark
If you live in a city, there's a fairly good chance you've tripped over a strewn electric kick scooter in the past few weeks/months. Literally everywhere, aren't they?Well, never one to miss a niche-filling opportunity, BMW
by Greg Potts
Want one?
Electric kick scooters come in all shapes and sizes. Need one that's light and easy to carry around? There are plenty of those around. What about something more durable and fit for longer ranges? The industry has you covered here, too.
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They’re called the Vektorr and the Bltz
Swedish motorcycle brand Husqvarna has finally thrown its hat into the world of electric motorbikes with the launch of its E-Mobility program. We've already given you a preview of the E-Pilen-let's now check out the two other
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Would you buy this?
Look, I love cars. I wouldn't be writing for Top Gear Philippines if I didn't. But after a while riding around on an electric kick scooter (EKS), I'd be a fool to say owning a car would make more
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Looking to get into alternative mobility?
Admit it: at one point or another, you've looked at an electric kick scooter (EKS) from the confines of your car and wished you owned one-not just so you can skip traffic, but because they just look like they'd
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