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Acton teases the collapsible electric M Scooter

Acton teases the collapsible electric M Scooter
Following the success of it spnKiX motorized skates, Acton, Inc. recently revealed a new electric motorbike called the M Scooter, which the company claims can fold up into about half its size for easier storage
Following the success of it spnKiX motorized skates, Acton, Inc. recently revealed a new electric motorbike called the M Scooter, which the company claims can fold up into about half its size for easier storage
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The M Scooter also employs an all wheel braking system for smoother stops and a pair of LED headlights for driving in poorly lit areas
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The M Scooter also employs an all wheel braking system for smoother stops and a pair of LED headlights for driving in poorly lit areas
The M Scooter also employs an all wheel braking system for smoother stops and a pair of LED headlights for driving in poorly lit areas
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The M Scooter also employs an all wheel braking system for smoother stops and a pair of LED headlights for driving in poorly lit areas
A rep with Acton confirmed that the company plans to launch a Kickstarter campaign in October to bring the M Scooter into mass production
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A rep with Acton confirmed that the company plans to launch a Kickstarter campaign in October to bring the M Scooter into mass production
There's even enough space to fit two people, one sitting and one standing, provided their combined weight is less than 300 lbs (136 kg)
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There's even enough space to fit two people, one sitting and one standing, provided their combined weight is less than 300 lbs (136 kg)
With its 250 W DC brushless hub motor, drivers can reach a top speed of 15 mph (24 km/h), making it more suited for urban environments
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With its 250 W DC brushless hub motor, drivers can reach a top speed of 15 mph (24 km/h), making it more suited for urban environments
In riding mode, the scooter measures 40.3 x 25.8 x 43.7 in (102.4 x 65.5 x 111 cm), but the rear wheels, steering column, and seat fold together into a much tidier 38.3 x 20.5 x 30.9 in (97.3 x 52.1 x 78.5 cm)
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In riding mode, the scooter measures 40.3 x 25.8 x 43.7 in (102.4 x 65.5 x 111 cm), but the rear wheels, steering column, and seat fold together into a much tidier 38.3 x 20.5 x 30.9 in (97.3 x 52.1 x 78.5 cm)
Riders can either stand on the base plate or pull out the retractable seat and sit down while driving the scooter
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Riders can either stand on the base plate or pull out the retractable seat and sit down while driving the scooter
Following the success of it spnKiX motorized skates, Acton, Inc. recently revealed a new electric motorbike called the M Scooter, which the company claims can fold up into about half its size for easier storage
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Following the success of it spnKiX motorized skates, Acton, Inc. recently revealed a new electric motorbike called the M Scooter, which the company claims can fold up into about half its size for easier storage
In riding mode, the scooter measures 40.3 x 25.8 x 43.7 in (102.4 x 65.5 x 111 cm), but the rear wheels, steering column, and seat fold together into a much tidier 38.3 x 20.5 x 30.9 in (97.3 x 52.1 x 78.5 cm)
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In riding mode, the scooter measures 40.3 x 25.8 x 43.7 in (102.4 x 65.5 x 111 cm), but the rear wheels, steering column, and seat fold together into a much tidier 38.3 x 20.5 x 30.9 in (97.3 x 52.1 x 78.5 cm)
Following the success of it spnKiX motorized skates, Acton, Inc. recently revealed a new electric motorbike called the M Scooter, which the company claims can fold up into about half its size for easier storage
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Following the success of it spnKiX motorized skates, Acton, Inc. recently revealed a new electric motorbike called the M Scooter, which the company claims can fold up into about half its size for easier storage
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Last year, Acton, Inc. made quite an impression with its spnKiX motorized skates, and it looks like the company has more personal vehicles in the works. The company has revealed a new electric motorbike called the M Scooter, which the company claims can fold up into about half its size for easier storage. Besides being a more compact and eco-friendly form of transport, Acton estimates that its electric scooter will cost less than US$0.10 per day to drive under normal use.

Much like the MOVEO from earlier this year, the M Scooter starts out as a full-sized vehicle, but can collapse into itself to form a smaller, easy-to-store package. In riding mode, the scooter measures 40.3 x 25.8 x 43.7 in (102.4 x 65.5 x 111 cm), but the rear wheels, steering column and seat fold together into a much tidier 38.3 x 20.5 x 30.9 in (97.3 x 52.1 x 78.5 cm). It will still weigh a hefty 70 lbs (31.8 kg) of course, so you probably won't be carrying it all over town like a piece of luggage, but it will fit nicely into the trunk of a car or under a desk.

The whole scooter is powered by a Li-ion 36 V 10 Ah battery which takes about 2 to 5 hours to charge depending on the type of charger used. With its 250 W DC brushless hub motor, drivers can reach a top speed of 15 mph (24 km/h), making it more suited for urban environments. On a full charge, the battery provides enough energy for 2 to 4 hours of driving time, giving the scooter a range of 12 to 15 miles (19 to 24 km).

In riding mode, the scooter measures 40.3 x 25.8 x 43.7 in (102.4 x 65.5 x 111 cm), but the rear wheels, steering column, and seat fold together into a much tidier 38.3 x 20.5 x 30.9 in (97.3 x 52.1 x 78.5 cm)
In riding mode, the scooter measures 40.3 x 25.8 x 43.7 in (102.4 x 65.5 x 111 cm), but the rear wheels, steering column, and seat fold together into a much tidier 38.3 x 20.5 x 30.9 in (97.3 x 52.1 x 78.5 cm)

Riders can either stand on the base plate or pull out the retractable seat and sit down while driving the scooter. There's even enough space to fit two people, one sitting and one standing, provided their combined weight is less than 300 lbs (136 kg). The M Scooter also employs an all-wheel braking system for smoother stops and a pair of LED headlights for driving in poorly lit areas. The company also plans to offer a few additional accessories, such as a front cargo container and a horn.

A rep confirmed that the company plans to launch a Kickstarter campaign in October to bring it into mass production. Pre-orders for the the scooter should open up at around the same time, though no specific release date has been pinned down just yet. Once it becomes available to purchase however, the new electric scooter will have a price tag of US$1,799.

In the meantime, Acton has posted a demonstration video on Vimeo.

Source: Acton

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3 comments
3 comments
BigGoofyGuy
I think this is neat. I would have to lose weight to use it but it is an incentive to do so. I hope they get enough support to get it manufactured.
Paul Anthony
I hope it performs better than the skates did. I also hope they incorporate some sort of way to move it about when it is collapsed.
Nathaneal Blemings
I think the specs look good and the cost seems reasonable.