Electric scooters are becoming more and more important in urban transportation and Vectrix, one of the leading companies has won the “European e-Scooter of the Year” for their VX-1 Li/Li+ and VX-2 scooters.
The award was given at the Circuit Zolder “Clean Week 2020″ event held earlier this month in Belgium.
Categories included e-Scooters (under 25 km/h/15 mph, under 45 km/h/30 mph, and over 45 km/h/30 mph), e-Bicycle, e-Quadricycle, and e-Bike (on-road, off-road, and MX).
A panel of judges of automotive and motorcycle journalists from Belgium, Netherlands, Germany, France, Spain, Scandinavia, U.
K.
, Italy, Switzerland, and Austria using challenging criterion that included Ecoscore (consumption, emissions, and noise), Driving Range, Recycling, Refilling/Reloading, Price, Performance/Consumption, Aesthetics/Styling, Drivability, Availability in the Market, and Quality of the Press Kit.
The Vectrix electric VX-1 LI/Li+ won the “over 45 km/h (30 mph)” class and the VX-2 won the “under 25 km/h (15 mph)” class.
About the VX-1 Li/Li+: Perfect for consumer, police, and security applications, the zero-gas emission Vectrix VX-1 Li and Li+ are the latest generation of Vectrix’s flagship vehicle, the VX-1.
The clean energy Vectrix VX-1 now offers two new lithium battery options-the VX-1 Li-a 30-amp hour battery, and the VX-1 Li+-a 42-amp hour battery.
The VX-1 is powerful and fast providing superior handling due to a low center of gravity, stiff frame, and even weight distribution.
With a curb weight of 193 kg (425 pounds) for the VX-1 Li and 209 kg (460 pounds) for the VX-1 Li+, both bikes are capable of speeds up to 110 km/h (68 mph).
The VX-1 Li has a range of up to 64 to 96 km (40 to 60 miles) and the VX-1 Li+ has a range of up to 88 to 136 km, (55-85 miles) [depending on factors like terrain, weight, etc.
].
The VX-1 Li accelerates from 0-92 km/h (0-50 mph) in 6.
0 seconds and the VX-1 Li+ accelerates from 0-92 km/h (0-50 mph) in 6.
25 seconds.
Both new VX-1 Li and Li+ models come standard with the patented Vectrix Multi-Function Throttle which provides regenerative braking for maximization of range and a slow-speed reverse for ease-of-use while parking as well as the patented rugged Vectrix rear-wheel mounted planetary gear drive.
Both new VX-1 models come with a 1.
5 kW on-board battery charger that plugs into a standard 110V/220V and features a recharge time of around 3 to 4 hours for the VX-1 Li and 4 to 6 hours for the VX-1 Li+.
Both VX-1s are incredibly cost-effective to operate and produce zero gas emissions and is available in White, Black, Silver, Red, Blue, and Green.
The MSRP for the VX-1 Li is 8,850 (not including VAT) and the VX-1 Li+ is 10,050 (not including VAT).
The VX-2: The all-new Vectrix VX-2 is designed to be the ideal choice for shorter trips-from across town to across campus.
The alternative energy VX-2 is the perfect machine for lower-speed urban, neighborhood, and small-town trips.
The VX-2 is the electric equivalent of a 50cc internal combustion engine and is smaller and slimmer than other Vectrix models and is available in True Blue, Real Red, Mellow Yellow, Clean Green, Bright White, and Slick Black.
The MSRP for the VX-2 is 3,360 (not including VAT).