Maker Faire Detroit to feature Current Motor Company

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Maker Faire Detroit to feature Current Motor Company

(I like the scoots, but if I’m gonna pay $5,500 I’d like it to not look like a cheap chinese clone).
Make magazine is one week out from their first Maker Faire Detroit, taking place July 31 and August 1 at The Henry Ford, and the excitement is building. Among the over 250 makers showcasing their projects at the Faire are the fine folks of Current Motor Company. From their site: “Founded by engineers tired of wimpy electric vehicles (EV), Current Motor Company (CMC) fills the unmet need for practical, affordable, zero-emission electric vehicles. Current develops and manufactures all-electric motorcycles and motor scooters in Ann Arbor, Mich.” Today they chat with Founder & Chief Engineer Erik Kauppi.  To learn more go HERE> (thanks to Tim for the scoop)

4 Responses to “Maker Faire Detroit to feature Current Motor Company”

  1. Gustavo Says:

    Here in Brazil we suffer with the ugly and low number of models to choose.

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  2. RickRussellTX Says:

    Well, you have to get body panels from somewhere, and Honda Foresight clone parts are incredibly common.

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  3. David Steiner Says:

    This company has a good business model. They are one of the few e-scooter companies that utilize ‘battery management system’ (BMS) circuitry. This ensures that the batteries last a long time. Also, since they have componentized most of the e-scooter, they are able to swap and upgrade without being tied to proprietary technology. Very smart and practical group of innovators.

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    • Steve Guzman Says:

      Ahh! Great info David! Maybe after they become profitable they’ll look at hiring a designer to tackle the aesthetic issue. For the time being, if it’s a good performer and it’s affordable and reliable that’s about all we can ask for.

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