Micro-mobility vehicle manufacturer Helbiz has announced the HELBIZ ONE-S and HELBIZ S1-X launch at EICMA 2021.
The first Italian-made share e-scooter on the market, the HELBIZ ONE-S features a sleek yet high-performance design. The new e-scooter comes equipped with an aluminum frame, double suspension, disc brakes, puncture-proof tires, blinkers, and integrated lights. In terms of power, it houses a 500W electric motor that allows drivers to take the scooter on any type of terrain and tackle inclines up to 12%.
“With our industry experiencing growth unlike ever before, we are committed to providing the highest quality vehicles that meet the evolving needs of our customers - from city streets to race tracks. There is no better place to present these scooters for the first time than at the most important trade fair for the entire two-wheeler industry," said Salvatore Palella, Chief Executive Officer of Helbiz, in a recent press release.
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Why This Trend Is Growing
- Italian-made E-scooters
- The introduction of Italian-made e-scooters presents an opportunity for companies to enter the micro-mobility market with high-performance vehicles designed for city streets.
- Electric Motor Technology
- The HELBIZ ONE-S featuring a 500W electric motor highlights the need for innovating electric motor technology to improve e-scooter performance, battery life, and charging speed.
- Integrated Safety Features
- With its inclusion of blinkers, integrated lights, disc brakes, and puncture-proof tires, the HELBIZ ONE-S showcases the potential for integrating safety features into micro-mobility vehicles to improve rider safety and encourage adoption.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Micro-mobility
- The launch of the HELBIZ ONE-S marks another player in the micro-mobility industry, which presents an opportunity for growth and competition in non-car-based transportation.
- Electric Vehicle Manufacturing
- Companies specializing in electric vehicle manufacturing can take advantage of the growing demand for e-scooters by developing high-performance models with improved electric motor technology, battery life, and charging speed.
- Urban Transportation
- As cities continue to seek ways to reduce congestion and emissions, the micro-mobility industry, including e-scooters, presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for the urban transportation sector to provide efficient and sustainable modes of transportation.
