The Xiaomi 'Mijia' is a new electric two-wheel scooter that will provide users with powerful riding capabilities in a compact, efficient design. Available as of December 15, 2016, the Xiaomi 'Mijia' scooter is set to retail for 1,999 yuan in China and will provide up to 25kms of range per charge of the battery pack. Riders will experience speeds of up to 25km/h, while the impressive scooter also features the Kinetic Energy Recovery System (KERS). This system turns braking into power that can be reused by the scooter for forward momentum, which is inspired by the regenerative braking systems on some vehicles.
The Xiaomi 'Mijia' two-wheel scooter comes in white and black color options, and connects to a user's smartphone to reveal enhanced information about the scooter's functionality.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Regenerative Braking Systems for Electric Vehicles
- There is an opportunity for companies to develop regenerative braking systems for not just electric scooters but for other vehicles as well.
- Smart Electric Scooters
- Manufacturers can create electric scooters that can connect to smartphones for enhanced functionality.
- Improved Battery Technology for Electric Vehicles
- There is a need to develop better and more efficient batteries for electric vehicles to improve range and performance.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Electric Vehicle Industry
- This trend has implications for the electric vehicle industry as a whole.
- Consumer Electronics Industry
- Companies in the consumer electronics industry can look at developing electric scooters with enhanced connectivity features.
- Battery Technology Industry
- This trend presents an opportunity for the battery technology industry to develop more efficient batteries for electric vehicles.
