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Chinese e-scooter company NIU provides Q1 2022 sales volume update

Dave McMahon — Wed, 06 Apr 2022 05:17:00 +0000

Beijing-based NIU Technologies has provided its sales volume results for the first quarter 2022. In the first quarter of 2022, NIU sold 163,659 units, including e-motorcycles, e-mopeds, e-bicycles and kick-scooters and e-bikes, representing a 9.4% year-over-year growth. The number of units sold in China market was 148,987, an increase of 3.0% from the corresponding period ...

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Amerivespa scoots into Minneapolis in June

Dave McMahon — Mon, 14 Feb 2022 15:30:26 +0000

Vespa Club of America (VCOA) has announced that Amerivespa 2022 will be held June 22-26 in Minneapolis/St. Paul. Jointly hosted by the Twin Cities Scooter Collective and supported by multiple sponsors, Amerivespa 2022 is scheduled to feature five days of scooter-related fun for registered enthusiasts as well as the general public. Amerivespa - open to ...

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KYMCO mulling spinning off Ionex electric scooter brand: report

Dave McMahon — Thu, 23 Dec 2021 09:02:00 +0000

KYMCO is considering spinning off its Ionex electric scooter brand, according to a report on TaipeiTimes.com. Chairman Allen Ko tells the news outlet that “we might follow the model of Harley-Davidson Inc., which is to spin off the electric motorcycle unit, LiveWire, to list the entity publicly.” Powersports Business editor-in-chief Dave McMahon (left) and KYMCO ...

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New airbag being developed for motorcycles, scooters

Dave McMahon — Thu, 04 Nov 2021 13:42:53 +0000

Autoliv, Inc. and the Piaggio Group are collaborating to develop an airbag for powered two-wheelers, for greater rider safety. A joint development agreement was signed by the two parties for the purpose of developing airbags to provide greater protection for two-wheeler riders and enhance riding pleasure. The airbags will be mounted on the vehicle frame ...

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Bintelli honored for growth

Dave McMahon — Wed, 18 Aug 2021 14:00:00 +0000

Inc. magazine has revealed that Bintelli LLC is No. 4,581 on its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies. The list represents a unique look at the most successful companies within the American economy’s most dynamic segment — its independent small businesses. Intuit, Zappos, Under Armour, Microsoft, Patagonia, ...

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Vespa Brooklyn named No. 1 North American dealer

Nick Longworth — Wed, 31 Mar 2021 14:59:00 +0000

Throughout 2020 seemingly every consumer was focused on being able to socially distance safely, while still enjoy the freedoms they had remaining. As a result, many found themselves ditching public transportation for their own scooter instead. Perhaps no dealership knows this better than Vespa Brooklyn – who was once again named the No. 1 North ...

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Aprilia making debut in Nepal with scooter

Dave McMahon — Sat, 13 Mar 2021 13:43:00 +0000

The Piaggio Group, which has been present in Nepal with Vespa since 2015, has broadened its range of high-end products in the country by launching marketing of the Aprilia brand. The first scooter of the Noale manufacturer to be sold in Nepal is the Aprilia SXR 160, a vehicle with a highly distinctive hi-tech personality, ...

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Honda announces new PCX scooter, other 2021 models

Dave McMahon — Thu, 25 Feb 2021 14:52:32 +0000

Honda has announced one new and three returning small-displacement offerings, which include a sportbike and a trio of scooters. Leading the charge for the scooters is the heavily updated 2021 Honda PCX, followed by the 2022 Honda Ruckus, 2022 Honda Metropolitan and 2021 Honda CBR300R sportbike. Powersports Business sibling publication Rider Magazine details the debut ...

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Taiwan Excellence Smart Transportation Virtual Pavilion worth a look

Dave McMahon — Thu, 19 Nov 2020 14:49:12 +0000

The Taiwan Excellence Smart Transportation Virtual Pavilion has ramped up the virtual trade show in impressive fashion. The super-cool immersion via your monitor is a follow-up to the recent Taiwan Excellence Scooter Industry Online Showcase livestream that we attended. Check out the virtual pavilion by clicking the image below: Click on the image to visit ...

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Serial 1, Harley-Davidson announce e-bike lineup specs and pricing

Dave McMahon — Tue, 17 Nov 2020 13:05:21 +0000

Powersports Business recently reported a new partnership between Serial 1 Cycle Company and Harley-Davidson, effectively combining Harley’s product development capability with the agility of a dedicated start-up. Today Serial 1 unveiled anticipated details of its first portfolio of e-bikes, with pre-ordering beginning immediately and deliveries slated to begin in spring of 2021. The debut lineup ...

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