Don Auker will have his Vectrix delivered to his home, becoming the first U.S. resident to receive delivery (lucky bastard). Auker plans to use his Vectrix for commuting to his office in Lebanon (that’s war-torn Lebanon, PA).
(and now the elevator speech) Vectrix—the world’s first high-powered, electric two-wheel vehicle with high performance, sleek design and zero emissions—reaches a top speed of 62 mph and offers acceleration from 0-50 mph in 6.8 seconds. It has an average range of 40-60 miles with a maximum range of 68 miles on a single charge. Vectrix offers low operating costs, minimal maintenance, simple operation and virtually no noise. It provides clean, efficient, reliable and affordable transportation for commuting and recreational needs (but has yet to be test ridden by Steve of TheScooterScoop… I’m just rubbin’ yer rhubarb Vectrix.)
Sophisticated design technologies include a high-efficiency gearbox and drive train, aluminum construction for weight reduction and patented regenerative braking and aerodynamic styling to reduce drag. A low center of gravity, stiff frame and even weight distribution provide superior handling.
(w00t! Maybe we’ll get some pictures tomorrow.)
18. July 2007 at 6:50 pm
2007 Mid-Year CEO Speech
Motorcycle Business – Vietnam: In May 2007, annual production capacity of the Honda plant in Vietnam was expanded from the previous 860,000 units to 1 million units. In order to respond to the rapidly growing demand, Honda decided to invest US$65 million to build a second motorcycle plant which is scheduled to become operational in the latter half of 2008, with annual production capacity of 500,000 units. High-value added models such as automatic transmission models will be produced at this new plant.
http://world.honda.com/news/2007/c070718Mid-Year-CEO-Speech/
NOTE: I assume “high-value added models” doesn’t mean sub-250cc scooters.
18. July 2007 at 9:27 pm
cool Dudel! Thanks, we’ll put this one up and see what people think about this development.
19. July 2007 at 2:25 pm
Well Steve I certainly hope you get the opertunity to ride one soon. I am loving every minute of riding mine. Must say I didn’t see any affects of the war here in farm country Lebanon PA.
19. July 2007 at 2:30 pm
BIG DON!
Congrats brother! Once you get the smile wiped off your face enough to talk I’d like to do a little interview. I’ll give ya a few weeks.
I hope the weather stays nice for ya. Oh, and watch out for mines! If the tanks and airplanes don’t get ‘cha, the mines will. They are usually being laid by enemy combatants disguised as cows who drop them from the cover of their tail flap. It can get messy.
Ride safe!
(and send a photo if you find the time)
Steve