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• Mantis Electric Scooter – Zero Emissions
  The City Mantis electric scooters introduced by City Mantis provides many customers with a quiet, noise free ride without the aggravation of dealing with a gas powered motor generating pollution. Electric powered scooters and mopeds provide riders with silent rides and do not bother anyone around them. Owners can take these scooters or mopeds almost anywhere. Since they run on electric power there is no pollution, and they are silent so the scooters can be used in malls and in residential homes with no problems. The moped will not bother other people in the shopping centres or in homes were they live.
  Date: May 18, 2005



• Indoor Scooter Tracks – Fun For the Kids
  In California consumers are beginning to see indoor scooter tracks that are being set up for the kids to ride electric scooters and mopeds indoors. These tracks are inside malls and provide an interesting pastime for the kids while mom and dad are shopping. All of the scooters are electric and they are available at most of the stores that sell Zappy scooters in the mall. Mopeds and scooters come in both gas powered as well as electric models, however only the electric models are allowed on the indoor tracks. The line up for to ride these scooters inside at Christmas time has been longer than the line up for many other toys.
  Date: June 1, 2005



• Electric Mobility Scooters - Theft Protection
  Electric mobility scooters have been a huge help to many people who need assistance with their mobility and other consumers who need an inexpensive way to get around. Unfortunately, the thieves in our neighbourhoods also see these electric scooters and mopeds as attractive items as well and routinely steel unattended scooters. Some community organizations and dealers will run an awareness program for scooter owners to learn how to protect their scootersfrom theft. The local police will usually assist and run seminars that will discuss the local laws related to scooters that run on electricity and also how to avoid your scooter being stolen.
  Date: August 21, 2005



• Currie Electric Scooters – Value and Performance
  Currie Technologies continues to enhance their line of electric scooters to provide a scooter product to meet the needs of all scooter riders. Their scooters and mopeds are economical, perfect for getting around congested city streets and they run on electricity. Currie electric scooters not only save you money in operating costs they also make a positive contribution to the environment. Currie Technologies has developed several electric scooters and mopeds powered by various sizes of electric motors. Their technology is one of the best in the industry and they provide great value and performance in their electric powered scooter and moped selection.
  Date: April 18, 2005



• Electric Scooter Facts – Check the Spec’s
  Many consumers basically kick the tires when they are buying a powered scooter or moped. They may like the look and feel of the machine when they are riding it, or how much power it has. These issues are important because if you do not like the ride or the feel of the machine, then you will not be satisfied with your scooter or moped choice. Consumers should also check the electric scooter facts associated with the particular model of scooters or mopeds that you will be buying. Sometimes the facts will sway you from one machine to another. You might even switch to another power scooter manufacturer.
  Date: April 21, 2005



• Fuel Cell Scooter – Environmentally Safe
  Several companies are working on a new technology for providing power to scooters and mopeds. In the future we expect to see scooters and mopeds powered by fuel cells that are small enough to fit on the back of the scooter were the battery currently fits. The fuel cell scooter has the potential to revolutionize the electric scooter market and provide a replacement for the gas powered scooters found in many cities. Today many people ride power scooters and mopeds in the dense cities, especially in Asia and Europe. These scooters are often two stroke machines and are not the most environmentally friendly.
  Date: April 23, 2005



• Truespeed Electric Scooters – Convenient and Available
  Truespeed Inc has produced a line of electric scooters and mopeds that are ideal for urban dwellers that need a little help getting around. If you need to get down to the corner store to purchase a few groceries, these electric powered scooters or mopeds are ideal. Many consumers as they become elderly find it difficult to stay mobile. Truespeed electric scooters could be an excellent solution for people with mobility problems either temporary or permanent. The powered scooter or moped can be charged quickly from any standard electrical outlet and have sufficient range and speed to get you to the corner store and back, to church and to nearby shopping stores.
  Date: April 25, 2005



• Award Winning Scooters – Electric Powered
  Scooters and mopeds that are powered by electric powered batteries and fuel cells are receiving increasing attention as alternatives to gas powered vehicles. These award winning scooters and mopeds are being considered for mass production for sale in Europe and also in Asia were scooters are extremely popular as a means of transportation. Winning awards for pollution reduction, noise reduction and power alternatives is quickly propelling fuel cell based mopeds and scooters to the forefront as a means of mobility. Awards to win, such as invention of the year, attract a lot of attention from many manufacturers who are considering using the fuel cell in an electric scooter or moped.
  Date: April 26, 2005



• Pride Electric Scooters – New Scooter
  Pride Mobility Products Corp, like many other scooter company’s releases new products from time to time to both improve their products but also to stay in the limelight and attract customers. Pride electric scooters and mopeds are the newest scooter that Pride has released to the general public. Dealers are excited about the new electric powered scooter and moped, and are looking forward to having them in their showrooms to demonstrate to customers. These mopeds are ideal for urban living for people who need that extra bit of power to get around.
  Date: May 15, 2005



• The scoop on electric & gas powered scooters
  Electric and gas powered scooters have become a hot topic in Paso Robles. Almost daily the Paso Robles Police Department's Traffic Officers are receiving telephone calls from the public about scooters.
  Date: September 11, 2005



• After successful trials the launch of the new free web service for electric scooters UK based motorcycle and scooter buyers
  After 12 months of successful trials August 2003 sees the launch of the new free web service for UK based Motorcycle and Scooter buyers. www.whatyougot.com gives users a totally unique way to search for New, Used & Classic Bikes & Scooters. The service is simplicity itself, anyone searching for a Bike or Scooter can now contact a large number of bike and scooter outlets immediately by completing one simple on line form, a process which takes less than 2 minutes.
  Date: October 3, 2003



• Currie Technologies Australia introduces the Currie electric scooter
  Introducing the worlds leading line of electric scooters! The word's first line of purpose-built electric personal transportation scooters. Each model has been designed and built with special features for specific users.
  Date: October 3, 2003



• DP seals drive standards higher for electric scooter wholesalers
  Having developed high-performance seals for the Jaguar Grand Prix car, DP Seals has now demonstrated its expertise at the opposite end of the speed spectrum - producing specialised components for an electronic drive controller used in mobility scooters, wheelchairs and floor cleaners.
  Date: October 3, 2003



• Erewash Mayor puts the wheels in motion with an electricscooter
  Mayor of Erewash Cllr George Buckley, who is recovering from a painful leg-break, has vowed to motor back into action sooner than planned - thanks to the aid of an electric scooter.
  Date: October 3, 2003



• I've got some good news and some bad news about the e scooter!
  First the good news: You do have another good choice for a properly finished production version of a true purpose-built electric scooter. Lepton-E, formerly an Atala product now manufactured and sold by Oxygen S.p.A. of Padova, Italy is available and for sale.
  Date: October 3, 2003



• Manhattan Scientifics successfully tests fuel cell powered bicycle and electric scooters
  Manhattan Scientifics, Inc. announced today that it has completed initial development and initial testing of the "HYDROCYLE™", a fuel cell powered bicycle. The prototype bicycle utilizes Manhattan Scientifics' unique and proprietary mid-range power technology developed by the company's NovArs unit in Passau, Germany.
  Date: October 3, 2003



• ZAP offers 'All-American ZAPPY' fast electric scooters to assist American Red Cross
  To assist in relief efforts related to the September 11 terrorist attacks, electric vehicle maker ZAP (ZAPP - news) is now offering the "All-American ZAPPY," a red, white and blue limited edition electric scooter with Old Glory flying off the fender.
  Date: October 3, 2003



• Electric motorized scooter Vs. motorcycle conundrum
  Can a scooter, the geared kind, pose a viable alternative to a motorcycle? In practical, real world terms? Honda most definitely thinks so, pitching its Eterno scooter slam bang against entry level motorcycles, in answer to the hordes who always wanted a good scooter, couldn’t find one in the market migrated to motorcycles. We pitch HMSI’s Eterno against Hero Honda’s CD Dawn to zero in on the ideal Honda for the masses.
  Date: October 1, 2003



• Electric scooter rentals make thousands 'ZAPPY' in Quebec
  A rental concession for ZAPPY electric scooters is sparking interest with tourism in Montreal, renting to "thousands" of customers since it opened earlier this summer, according to ZAP Canada, a distributor for California electric vehicle maker ZAP (ZAPP - news).
  Date: October 1, 2003



• Manhattan Scientifics unveils second fuel cell powered concept vehicle making electric scooters 4 less
  Manhattan Scientifics, Inc. (MHTX) announced today that it has completed initial testing of an environmentally friendly electric scooter powered by the company's 3000 watt fuel cell originally unveiled last July. The vehicle is pollution-free and nearly silent in use. It is suitable for driving in noise-free areas and would be of great value in areas of urban pollution. Fueled by hydrogen, production models are expected to be capable of covering 120 miles with a single fueling and a top speed of at least 35 miles an hour.
  Date: September 29, 2003



• Power Rider series of electric scooters 14mph now the newest craze
  Whimsical and evoking of nostalgia the electric scooters by Truespeed Inc. combine that sense of style ,practicality and affordability.
  Date: September 29, 2003



• Time Magazine names Aprilia/Manhattan scientifics fuel cell bike and electric scooter for fun as an inventions of the year
  Time Magazine has named a prototype bicycle designed by Aprilia, S.p.A and powered by a fuel cell produced by the Manhattan Scientifics, Inc. (MHTX) NovArs unit in Germany as an Invention of the Year 2001.
  Date: September 29, 2003



• Consumer Affairs offers holiday shopping tips for buying scooter electric UK products
  Montgomery County’s Division of Consumer Affairs (DCA) in the Department of Housing and Community Affairs offers several holiday shopping tips to help consumers avoid problems that typically occur during the holiday season.
  Date: September 29, 2003



• Helmets required for youth on scooters now that wholesale electric scooters are selling so well
  Effective Jan. 1, 2003, California law requires all children under the age of 18 years to wear an approved protective helmet when using wheeled transportation; this includes bicycles, scooters, skateboards and in-line skates. As a major provider of health care in this community and advocates for child safety, we must be careful to encourage all people to use proper protective gear and prevent injury.
  Date: September 29, 2003