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BMW presents two concept electric two-wheelers at IAA Mobility: BMW i Vision AMBY and BMW Motorrad Vision AMBY

Green Car Congress

BMW is presenting two concept electric two-wheelers at IAA Mobility: BMW i Vision AMBY , a high-speed pedelec and BMW Motorrad Vision AMBY, combining the benefits of a motorcycle with those of a bicycle. Power transfer is by low-maintenance toothed belt, and the transmission is integrated into the drive system.

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Mission Motors launches EV powertrain division targeting OEM sales across multiple vehicle platforms

Green Car Congress

Mission Motors, developer of the high-performance Mission One PLE electric motorcycle, launched Mission Electric Vehicle Technology (MissionEVT), the company’s high-performance EV Powertrain Division, at the 2010 Specialty Equipment Marketing Association Show (SEMA) in Las Vegas. —Jit Bhattacharya. MissionEVT. System integration.

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Electric bikes vs electric scooters vs electric mopeds vs electric motorcycles: What’s the difference?

Green Authority

Electric bikes, electric scooters, electric mopeds, and electric motorcycles are accessible and efficient personal electric vehicles. The best electric motorcycles you can buy. These electric vehicles can help you save money when you think of maintenance, gas, tolls, parking, insurance, and other costs of vehicle ownership.

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The World’s Most Popular EVs Aren’t Cars, Trucks, or Motorcycles

Cars That Think

While powerful "Class 3" models especially are trying the patience of pedestrians in crowded cities like New York, with blazing assisted speeds approaching 30 mph, e-bikes are now front-and-center in discussions of future urban mobility. Hub motors are relatively affordable, low-maintenance, mass produced by the millions.

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From Recreation to Everyday Transport: The Growing Appeal of E-Bikes

Plug in America

E-bikes can reach speeds of up to 28 mph and can go 20 -100 miles on a single charge. That may seem expensive for a recreational bike, but replacing your car, a second car in your household, or using an e-bike for a daily commute can save you thousands on fuel, auto insurance, registration, maintenance, and parking.

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BMW Motorrad USA adds CE 04 electric scooter to lineup

Green Car Congress

With a maximum output of 42 hp, the new BMW CE 04 has a maximum speed of 75 mph. Torque is transmitted via a single-stage primary gearbox and from there via the secondary drive with maintenance-free toothed belt to the rear wheel. inches, the new BMW CE 04 has basic geometrical suspension data that is similar to that of a motorcycle.

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See the first electric motorcycle to just roll off Can-Am’s production line

Baua Electric

Can-Am, a subsidiary of BRP (Bombardier Recreational Products), marked a significant milestone this week as its first electric motorcycle rolled off the production line. The first Origin model off the line, part of Can-Am’s new electric lineup, represents the company’s first foray into the rapidly growing electric motorcycle market.