[moto] Piaggio ONE electric scooter launches May 28, looks like a zip

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This week, Piaggio will launch a new electric scooter. Called the Piaggio ONE. Taking advantage of the stage at the Beijing Motor Show in China on May 28, 2021. But its form has been revealed in cyberspace. The model bears a resemblance to a small scooter from the old Piaggio Zip, although it looks more modern in feel.

Piaggio ONE will fill in number two in the company's electrification line. After the Vespa Elettrica which is already on the market. According to the manufacturer, ONE will be available in a number of power and battery capacity options. Starting from the usual level to high. As mentioned in the release broadcast, reported by Electrek, ONE is designed in Italy and targets young users. The electric scooter combines colors, imagination, style, safety and technology never before seen on an electric scooter inspired by the Piaggio tradition. ONE aims to revolutionize urban electric mobility, combining efficiency and fun.

Also mentioned in the release, ONE is a global Piaggio project and will be available on the European market at the end of June. No information available for other markets, including Asia. Likewise with detailed specification information. Still have to wait until the official launch. One of the highlights is the battery replacement capability. Learning from its Vespa sibling, who has an integrated battery, ONE will benefit from a removable battery.

 

This is a little bit close to the announcement about the Piaggio consortium with a number of major Japanese brands. Even though ONE hasn't applied the type of battery that is being developed, at least Piaggio has thought about releasing a model with a replaceable battery. Piaggio also said that ONE has a light weight for urban driving, a comfortable sitting position, a fairly low seat and a foot deck. which is relieved. It is also equipped with a light diode technology, a keyless start system and a color digital instrument panel. Interestingly, the instrument panel is equipped with sensors that can adjust lighting. Kinds of screens on today's smartphones. So it is easier to read even if there is excessive or minimal light. While the keyless feature on electric scooters is still quite rare on the market. So a unique game from Piaggio ONE.

Armed with a digital panel meter, it can be assumed that the means of connection with a smartphone. Many have included this kind of technology, such as the NIU electric scooter. In fact, it has started to be commonly used on conventional motors. Likely, like most other motorbikes, will take advantage of applications on smartphones and Bluetooth connectivity. Then it can present information such as remaining battery and distance on the user's smart phone screen.

 

A number of details can also be seen in the official social media upload photo. It looks like Zip which is made more modern. With a more dynamic body sculpting. It is also likely that the dimensions are not much different from Zip. Moreover, it is emphasized if the weight is relatively light. Yes, the competition for electric scooters is still busy with dimensions that are relatively small and practical.

His face is much more modern than Zip. With the main lights on the front panel, not on the handlebars. Well, the handlebar cover is like protecting the front only. While from the back looks naked like a handlebar, with a large meter panel screen in the middle. Then, no storage drawer was detected on the center console. There is only a hook for hanging things. Naturally, storage takes advantage of the space behind the seat. However, the compartment will be divided by the battery, considering that the body is not too big.

Piaggio ONE is expected to be a new electrified player who will contribute more. Targeting young people, with a more friendly price tag. Detailed information such as power, electric motor, battery capacity and mileage will be revealed at the official launch. While its status as a global player, it is possible for ONE to enter the Southeast Asian market, especially Indonesia. We look forward to it. (Tom)