DGAP-News: Photo Release -- The Vectrix(TM) VX-1 Li/Li+ Named 2013 'e-Scooter of the Year'

Vectrix 

06.05.2013 12:12
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NEW BEDFORD, Mass., 2013-05-06 12:12 CEST (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --
VECTRIX(tm), a leading global designer and manufacturer of all-electric two-and
three wheeled scooters, Vectrix(tm) has been named the European 'e-Scooter of
the 
Year' for the third year in a row. CleanWeek 2020 - an all-electric vehicle
competition geared to future technologies in the transportation industry. This
4th annual event took place at the famed Belgium racetrack, Circuit Zolder,
from May 1 to 3, 2013. 

A photo accompanying this release is available at
http://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/prs/?pkgid=18533 

A jury of 14 European automotive, alternative energy and motorcycle journalists
considered every new e-Scooter released in the past year, and selected the
Vectrix VX-1 Li/Li+ as the winner. The jury gathered at Circuit Zolder for
extensive testing of the electric scooters and each model in the competition
was scrutinized and had to pass a series of rigorous testing to be named the
'e-Scooter of the Year'. The challenging criterion included Ecoscore
(consumption, emissions, and noise), Driving Range, Recycling,
Refilling/Reloading, Price, Performance/Consumption, Aesthetics/Styling,
Drivability, and Availability in the Market. The Circuit Zolder 'Clean Week
2020' award categories included e-Scooters (under 25km/h/15mph, under 45
km/h/30 mph, and over 45km/h/30 mph), e-Bicycle, e-Quadricycle and e-Motorcycle
(on-road, off-road, and MX). The Vectrix VX-1 Li/Li+ won in the 45 km/h plus
category. 

'This is a very meaningful honor for the entire Vectrix team, especially our
dedicated and talented designers and engineers,' said Brian Buccella, Vectrix
Vice President of Sales and Marketing. 'Electric scooters like the VX-1 Li/Li+
and the VX-2 are the result of incredible commitment and focus. That's the only
method for creating a great performing electric scooter.' 

With key features like regenerative throttle, dual filament headlights, Brembo
disc front and rear brakes and an innovative charging system that plugs right
into a standard 220V / 110V outlet. 

Key Features - VECTRIX VX-1 Li/Li+:

  -- All-electric with zero gas emissions. Plugs into any 220V/110V standard
     outlet.
  -- Accelerates to 110 km/h (68 mph).
  -- Range up to 136 km (85 miles) on a single charge.
  -- Patented VECTRIX(TM) Multi-Function Throttle provides regenerative braking
     to maximize range possibilities and a slow-speed reverse for greater
     maneuverability.
  -- Patented VECTRIX(TM) integrated rear-wheel mounted single stage planetary
     gear drive

               For more information on Vectrix visit: vectrix.com

                    Follow Vectrix on twitter.com/vectrix or
            facebook.com/pages/Vectrix-Official-Site/173833539331662

The photo is also available at Newscom, www.newscom.com, and via AP
PhotoExpress. 


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         dana@bluecusa.com
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