Alt Car Expo 2007: Vectrix Scooter smiles for the ABG camera (VIDEO)
We have already told you all about the $11,000, NiMH-powered two-wheeled all-electric scooter from Vectrix. Now, why not take a closer look at this zero-emission vehicle with a 68-mile range and 62 mph top speed. We caught up with Vectrix at the Santa Monica Alt Car Expo, and I've gotta admit, they look like a lot of fun to use as a daily commuter, especially in warmer, drier climates. For that price, though, this isn't going to be a spur-of-the-moment purchase for most people. Still, would one of these fit well in your garage/budget/lifestyle?
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(Page 1)5. Calebe,
nope, that's no typo. Listen to the Vectrix rep in the video. Or look here:
http://www.myvectrix.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=21&Itemid=148
Posted at 11:55AM on Oct 26th 2007 by Sebastian Blanco
9. Nice bike, worth the premium price. I am not ready to spend that type of money yet. I have ordered a EVT America (R-20) all electric scooter that goes up to 45mph for 2K. The down side are the SLA battery that probably will need replaceing in less then 2 years for $500. If, I like going electric, I will save up for the Vectrix. The bike should be here in less then a month I will forward video to your site here. Phil
Posted at 4:18PM on Oct 26th 2007 by phil easler
10. Sounds like the company is going to hit the skids..despite raising over $100M last year (after 10 yrs of ups/downs). Here is a link to their public announcement of results for their 1st year as a traded stock. Despite ramping up to produce 1700+ bikes and spending mucho bucks on marketing, they have only sold 68 bikes so far and they are pulling out of the Italian market which is the biggest bike market in the world. They had been projecting 5000 bikes this year. With only $30M cash left and a stock price that has sunk over 80% since going public in May of '07, and at their appetite for money, they won't even last another year.
http://www.londonstockexchange.com/LSECWS/IFSPages/MarketNewsPopup.aspx?id=1681645&source=RNS
11. I am going to sell electric scooters with top speed of 60MPH with regen brake. The bike has 3500w motor and Lithium power. If anyone interested I am selling the first batch of perordered bikes for $3495.00. Price will be going up somewhat on later orders. You can buy 3 for the same price as a Vectrix.
Cheers,
phil_randall@verizon.net
Posted at 10:06AM on Feb 27th 2008 by Phil Randall
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1. You didn't get a ride? I don't have my motorcycle license, so I've only gotten a ride on the back of one, but I was impressed.
Posted at 1:21AM on Oct 26th 2007 by Mike Weston