May 18th, 2008
Even if the UnoMoto is effectively just Segway technology in an R1 frame with footpegs, it’s a pretty incredible achievement for its builder. I mean, how many other 18 year olds can claim to have built an electric commuter vehicle in their back yard, let alone one that is operated without any controls other than two stabilising gyroscopes?
Gulak was inspired to build this unusual vehicle after a visit to China in 2006. The thick smog and choking pollution left Ben wondering how he could contribute to a cleaner future by building an electric commuter vehicle. (more…)
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October 25th, 2007
Scooters are already one of the most fuel-efficient forms of transport around - but like the rest of the automotive industry, they’ll have to pull their socks up if and when the energy crisis comes about.
That’s when devices like these will come into their own - the engineering department at the University of Tasmania has come up with an AU$1500 add-on modification that turns a normal motor scooter into a hybrid plug-in ethanol-electric mile muncher that’s greener than Hitchcock on Oscars night. 1.7 litres per 100km, for our American friends, translates to almost 140 miles per gallon.
The system also includes regenerative braking, which is one of the coolest features on any electric bike, and almost worth the price of admission.
Sadly, we don’t have any photos, so we can’t see if you have to sacrifice your underseat storage to fit the device. Full details after the jump.
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