# Speedy Urban Eco Scooters The Zapp i300 Electric Scooter Has a Top Speed of 60mph By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-11-01 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zapp-i300 References: [newatlas](https://newatlas.com/zapp-electric-scooter/57047/) & [zappscooter](https://zappscooter.com/home) Scooters are quickly becoming the must-have transportation solution for urban consumers, which is evident with new options like the [Zapp i300](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/i300-e) that feature advanced technology and power under the hood. The scooter is capable of reaching a top speed of 60mph and will offer a range of 37 miles; the removable battery pack allows riders to charge up once they arrive at their destination to soothe [range anxiety](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/raptee-t30) issues. The scooter features a durable frame that is crafted fro ma single piece of aerospace-grade aluminum that has been paired with the chrome-moly steel tube underbone. The bike even features an interchangeable fender and a carbon fiber belt drive for added durability. The Zapp i300 [electric scooter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/predator-es-storm-pro) is priced at about $6,700 and is expected to start shipping by early next year. Image Credit: Zapp ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 83% | Activity: 82% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Electric Scooter Boom for Urban Commuters:** The rapid growth of electric scooter rental services in major cities presents an opportunity for the design, manufacturing, and maintenance industry. - **Advanced Materials and Technology:** Innovation in electric scooter materials and technology offers an opportunity for companies involved in the energy storage and sustainable transport sector. - **Urban EV Distribution Networks:** The rise of urban electric vehicles creates an opportunity for companies to develop distribution networks for charging and battery swapping stations. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Automotive:** Companies that produce scooters, motorcycles, and other electric vehicles have an opportunity to capitalize on the growing popularity of eco-friendly urban transportation. - **Energy:** Companies that develop renewable energy storage solutions, such as lithium-ion batteries, have a chance to offer their technology to electric scooter manufacturers and rental services. - **Transportation Services:** Electric scooter rental services are disrupting the traditional rental and ride-share industry, creating a new market for companies to develop and operate such services. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [6000-Watt E-Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superscooter-gt1p.md) - [Speedily Sprinting Electric Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-escooter.md) - [Powerful Seated Electric Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emove-roadrunner-pro.md) - [Ultra-Powerful Electric Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bo-the-turbo.md) - [Eco-Friendly Electric Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urban-electric-scooter.md) - [Hyper-Speed Commuter Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/segway-kickscooters-gt-series.md) - [High-Performance Electric Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zt3-pro.md) - [High-Speed E-Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zelio-ebikes-mystery.md) - [High-Speed E-Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apollo-phantom.md)