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Airbus APWorks unveils 3D-printed electric motorcycle; 35kg total, 6kg bionic structure frame

Green Car Congress

Dubbed the Light Rider, the motorcycle is made using APWorks’ Scalmalloy material, and weighs only 35 kg (77 lbs). APWorks is offering a limited production run of 50 Light Riders for sale, which can be pre-ordered at www.lightrider.apworks.de. Scalmalloy is one of the latest new materials developed by Airbus Group.

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Failed SONDORS Metacycle motorcycle was never street legal, reveals employee

Baua Electric

A former SONDORS employee has revealed new details regarding the Metacycle electric motorcycle sold by the now-defunct SONDORS e-bike company, describing the project as “a freight train wreck turned into a dumpster fire.” Bill has a long history as an engineer working with electric motorcycle designs and a rider himself.

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Honda Speaks About Near Future, EV Plans

The Truth About Cars

To that end, the company is making vague promises about working on procuring and developing batteries, as well as procuring materials for battery-making from recyclers. Honda has plans for a mid- to large-size electric vehicle to debut for sale in North America in 2025, based on a dedicated platform.

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Electric dirt bikes buyer’s guide and best models

Green Authority

Electric cars such as the Tesla Model 3 have reached mass-production level while keeping their sticker prices relatively down. However, battery pack and electric motors are not just limited to four-wheel vehicles – there are also many electric two-wheel rides out there. Electric motorcycles are quiet.

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PlymouthHorizon : RLewits Home Page, car was for sale but he sold it. Brockmans electric Porsche Porsche914 : Bill and Sharon Hoopes EVs Porsche 944 :JBs cool project and pusher trailer Renault12 : Darryl McMahons Electric Vehicles, nice EV history page. Battery chargers and DC/DC converters. Porsche911T : D.