The Best Personal Transportation Tech Gadgets
As batteries grow in capacity and cities become ever more crowded, new ways to move around are emerging. Here is a roundup of the best personal transportation tech I’ve seen this year so far.
What are the advantages of electric bikes? They are fun to ride, cheap to run, good for the environment, and great for weaving through the traffic.
Should I buy or rent an electric scooter? That depends on how much you want to scoot. For just $300, you can own a great little two-wheeler.
What are the best electric vehicles for out of town? Keep scrolling to see an awesome electric BIKE…
When you live in a city, driving is never much fun. Especially if you in major cities like San Francisco, Los Angeles or New York. That’s why many people are turning to smaller, cheaper methods of getting around. Here is a look at some of the best personal transportation tech emerging this year — from electric longboards to carbon-fiber motorcycles.
GOTRAX GXL Electric Commuter Scooter
For any journey up to a few miles, the GOTRAX GXL provides the perfect speedy ride. This scooter can hit 15.5 mph on 8.5-inch pneumatic tires, with a range of 12.5 mph. At under $300, it’s also unbelievably good value.
Dualomo Hybrid Electric Board
Don’t need handlebars? The Dualomo longboard makes getting to work fun, with a powerful electric motor that can hit 25 mph. In addition, this longboard can handle 25% gradients, while the maximum range is 15 miles.
Price: $1,199 USD, pre-order
HNF Heisenberg MD1 Men Electric Touring Bike
You won’t find a better ride to work than the Gocycle GX. This electric bike has a range of 40 miles, and the battery fully charges in seven hours. When you reach your destination, you can fold the bike in 10 seconds.
Price: $3,299 USD
Cowboy Smart Electric Bike
If you don’t need a folding bike, you might want to saddle up on the Cowboy. This beautiful beast has a range of 31 miles, and it charges in just 2.5 miles. In addition, the Cowboy has hydraulic brakes and built-in lights — despite weighing only 35 pounds.
Price: $2,122 USD
So what should you look for when deciding?
The biggest question your should ask yourself is what you will be using it for? If your commute is a mile or so, you can get away with an electric skateboard. If you’re not fond of standing on a board, the scooter will do. Think of the terrain you’ll be on. How bad is the traffic or better yet the drivers? And of course, what’s the season like.
After all, this is a great way to get around and you’ll be doing the environment a favor by reducing carbon foot print. - Not that these things aren’t made of plastic.