The Austrian brand KTM is presenting two versions of an electrically-driven sport motorcycle for the first time. Both a sports-oriented offroad machine and a dynamic on-road bike are on display at the Tokyo Motorcycle show under the label “KTM Freeride”.
Mattighofen/Tokyo, March 26, 2010. One and a half years after it’s commitment to developing an electrically-driven bike, KTM, the sports motorcycle company headquartered in Mattighofen, Austria is now determinedly on the way towards the production of a series-ready zero emission motorcycle. Under the label “Freeride”, KTM is simultaneously presenting two …Â Details
Porsche will use the Geneva Motor Show this week to showcase its 918 Spyder concept car. The plug-in hybrid combines a V8 power unit delivering more than 500 hp and three electric motors with a combined electric output 160 kW (218 hp), and overall output of 718 hp. Fuel efficiency is said to be 78.4 U.S. mpg.Â
The car is likely to see production eventually, though it’s not clear how close to the concept is to a finished product. … Details & Picture
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Roehr Motorcycles LLC, the maker of the fastest and most powerful American production sportbike, the 180hp,1250sc, will introduce a line of electric sport and racing motorcycles in the spring of this year.Â
The new eRoehr model range will consist of two models, the powerful eSuperbike and the lower spec’d eSupersport.  Both models will feature state-of-the-art AC induction motor, and advanced high energy, Lithium ion battery technologies.
Fresh, modern styling, combined with advanced electric vehicle drive technology will raise the standards of electric motorcycle performance and desirability to new levels …Â Details