When most people think of electric mobility scooters for seniors, they probably picture rather drab, decidedly "uncool" vehicles that are exposed to the elements. The fully-enclosed all-wheel-drive Tectus, however, looks like something out of Blade Runner. In fact, why should such a machine be just for seniors?
The three-wheeled single-passenger Tectus is made by Canadian electric mobility company Avvenire and has a top speed of 32 km/h (20 mph). Not exactly zippy, but who needs to go faster in town?One charge of the lithium battery pack is claimed to be good for a range of up to 160 km (99 miles).
Instead of conventional doors - and as you might expect from this futuristic-looking runaround - the Tectus features a canopy that tilts forward, making it easy to get into and out of. Better yet, for users who don't fancy hoisting that canopy up and down, it's motorized - in fact, it can even be opened from a distance via a wireless remote so it's ready for you to hop into when you want to nip down to the shops or visit friends.
A variety of lidded box options on the back of the Tectus allows for the transport of groceries and other cargo.
The Tectus is available for US$6,995 but for an extra US$2,000 you can get a raft of additional features, such as a backup camera (with obstacle sensors), running lights, a stereo sound system, GPS tracking, heating and air conditioning.
If you're interested, the Tectus can be pre-ordered now via the Avvenire website, with deliveries commencing later this year. Take a look at the short video below to get more of an understanding of this electric runaround.
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