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Electro Basket Scooters

Suzuki and Sanyo's e-Let Offers An Eco-Friendly Ride

— September 26, 2010 — Autos
Suzuki and Sanyo's new electric scooter e-Let is a complete emissions-free two-wheeler with a maximum speed of 30 kph. The electric scooter consists of Sanyo Electric Company's high-performance electric drive systems, which are comprised of wheel hub motors, efficient control circuits, lithium-ion batteries and chargers.

The e-Let electric scooter is in the testing phase, and its performance is under review to complete and commercialize the product.

Implications - The eco-movement has transcended niche groups and it informs the values of a large cross-section of society. At the same time, these consumers want the privacy of travelling by themselves. Companies should create products for these consumers who want the best of both worlds.
Trend Themes
1. Eco-friendly Transportation Solutions - The growing demand for environmentally-friendly transportation options presents opportunities for companies to develop innovative products that meet both the eco-conscious and individual travel preferences of consumers.
2. Electric Mobility - The rise of electric scooters and other electric vehicles indicates a shift towards cleaner and more sustainable modes of transportation, opening up avenues for disruptive innovation in the automotive industry.
3. Efficient Electric Drive Systems - The development of high-performance electric drive systems, such as Sanyo Electric Company's wheel hub motors and lithium-ion batteries, paves the way for advancements in electric vehicles and alternative energy solutions.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive - The automotive industry can explore the integration of electric scooters and other electric vehicles into their product offerings to cater to the growing demand for eco-friendly transportation solutions.
2. Clean Energy - Companies in the clean energy sector have the opportunity to collaborate with electric vehicle manufacturers to develop more efficient and sustainable electric drive systems for a variety of applications.
3. Consumer Electronics - The consumer electronics industry can explore partnerships with electric scooter manufacturers to incorporate advanced control circuits and charging technologies into their products, providing users with enhanced mobility options.
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