The One Moto Electa Is An All-Electric Vespa Lookalike
Retro styling, modern practicality.
You may never have heard of One Moto before. However, one quick trip to their official website makes it clear that this British mobility startup stands a chance of revolutionizing the lightweight electric mobility game, at least in terms of styling and aesthetics. Now, most new electric two-wheelers feature futuristic styling accentuated by jagged edges and angular bodywork. Even electric machines calling themselves neo-retro look this way.
One Moto and its classic-style electric machines certainly serves as a breath of fresh air in the rapidly growing LEV market. One Moto's newest two-wheeler, the Electa, is precisely that. It's an all-electric scooter that features styling similar to what we see in classic Vespas and Lambrettas. It features a roud headlight, curved footboard, and streamlined body panels. At a glance, you could mistake it for a classic scooter, say a Vespa Smallframe from the 1960s.
Now, beneath the One Moto Electa's classic styling lies a thoroughly modern electric scooter with modern-day amenities. It features Bluetooth smartphone integration via its digital instrument pod, and even has a dedicated smartphone app. The app unlocks IoT features such as geo-fencing for tracking purposes, maintenance alerts, and even riding analysis to help you maximize your battery's efficiency.
As for performance, the Electa is pretty impressive, too. It promises a range of 150 kilometers, or 93 miles on a single charge. Its battery consists of a 72V, 45 Ah, lithium-ion unit which can be removed and charged separately. It takes around four hours to fully charge the battery. Meanwhile, the scooter is powered by a brushless DC motor with 3.2 kW, or 4.3 horsepower of continuous output, and is capable of hitting a top speed of 60 miles per hour. The little scooter tips the scales at just 115 kilograms, and has a carrying capacity of 150 kilograms.
One Moto has dealerships in the United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates, and India. The Electa retails for the equivalent of around $4,500 USD, making it a rather impressive option, value and performance-wise.
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