The Tony Coiro Electric Motorcycle is Powered by Renewable Solar Energy
Amanda Chang — October 1, 2010 — Autos
References: purdue.edu & ecofriend.org
Taking old materials and making them into something brand new and completely eco-efficient it is exactly what Purdue University student Tony Coiro did with his 1978 Suzki motorcycle. Costing only a mere $50 at the time of purchase, over $2,500 was spent on the redesign and retrofitting of the bike.
This one-of-a-kind motorbike after its transformation can now go 24 miles per charge and a top speed of 45 mph -- all powered by solar energy. With this Tony Coiro breakthrough technology, the Purde EV Club is set to patent and commercialize its unique designs.
This one-of-a-kind motorbike after its transformation can now go 24 miles per charge and a top speed of 45 mph -- all powered by solar energy. With this Tony Coiro breakthrough technology, the Purde EV Club is set to patent and commercialize its unique designs.
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Repurposed Materials — Embracing repurposed materials in product design to create eco-efficient and innovative solutions.
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Solar-powered Transportation — Harnessing solar energy to power vehicles, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and promoting sustainable transportation options.
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Green Retrofitting — Retrofitting existing vehicles and structures with eco-friendly technologies to enhance performance and reduce environmental impact.
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Automotive — Opportunity for automakers to develop electric vehicles that utilize repurposed materials and solar energy for power.
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Renewable Energy — Opportunity for renewable energy companies to create solar-powered solutions for transportation and infrastructure.
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Sustainability Consulting — Opportunity for sustainability consultants to offer expertise in retrofitting existing vehicles and structures with green technologies.
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