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VMAX VX2 Pro: a Swiss quality e-scooter, now available in the US [Video]
In the dynamic world of electric scooters, VMAX, a Swiss brand that recently entered the USA market, stands out for its commitment to quality. Operating in Europe since 2015, VMAX has gained recognition for its innovative designs and reliability. A stellar example of their prowess is the VX2 Pro, a versatile and high-quality electric scooter. Electrek readers can save with the coupon code below.
VX2 Pro Size and Dimensions
Weighing in at a manageable 45lbs, the VX2 Pro from VMAX strikes a balance between robust construction and practical portability. Its standing dimensions of 48.31 × 21.25 × 44.48 inches showcase a well-proportioned design, ensuring a stable and comfortable riding experience. When it’s time to stow away or transport the scooter, the folding mechanism reduces its size to a compact 19.29 × 21.25 x 44.48 inches, making it easy to carry and store in tight spaces. The footboard is 17.32 × 5.90 inches, provides ample space for a comfortable stance during rides. The 10″ tubeless wheels, both front and back, contribute to a smooth and controlled ride while maintaining the scooter’s overall compact footprint. With a handlebar height of 38.48 inches from the footboard, the VX2 Pro ensures an ergonomic and enjoyable riding experience for users of various heights, further enhancing its appeal as a practical and portable urban mobility solution.
VX2 Pro Lighting and Visibility
Upon first glance at the VX2 Pro, the standout feature is its impressive lighting system. The amber-colored flashers, activated with a simple switch, not only illuminate the rear beacons but also enhance visibility with grip cutouts on the handlebar plugs. The safety-focused design extends to the rear light, which includes a brake light function, complementing the powerful 60 lux steady front light. The rider’s display, featuring audible and visual turn signal indicators, sport and eco modes, cruise control, speed settings, and a safety kick-start mode, is both intuitive and user-friendly.
Performance and Power Output
VMAX takes pride in delivering robust performance, a trait exemplified by the VX2 Pro. Housing a rear hub 500W motor designed for gradients up to 28%, this scooter impresses with its unexpected strength. With a top speed of 19mph, it effortlessly maneuvers through city streets and straightaways. The hybrid braking system, combining regenerative braking with mechanical drum brakes, ensures a responsive and reliable stopping experience, adding a layer of safety to the dynamic performance.
Design and Portability
The VX2 Pro boasts a thoughtfully designed aluminum chassis that not only provides stability during rides but also allows for easy folding, facilitating rapid storage and portability. The deck houses a 48V 10Ah battery, with higher amp hour versions offering an impressive range of up to 37 miles on a single charge. Rider comfort is prioritized with rubber grips and textured deck surfaces, minimizing fatigue during extended rides. The scooter’s full-coverage fenders and tubeless tires not only contribute to ease of maintenance but also enhance overall comfort.
VX4 Model and Beyond
VMAX extends its innovative range with the VX4 model, featuring dual suspension, an enhanced display, and an expanded range of battery choices. This powerhouse is designed to conquer inclines up to 33%, showcasing VMAX’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of electric scooter capabilities. Surprisingly quiet despite its powerful torque, the VX4 and other VMAX scooters demonstrate the brand’s dedication to delivering exceptional performance and an unparalleled user experience.
Commitment to Quality and Safety
VMAX places a strong emphasis on quality and safety. All their scooters, including the VX2 Pro, undergo rigorous water resistance tests, holds UL certification, and are backed by a 24-month warranty. With a diverse range of scooters catering to various needs and price points, VMAX continues to set new standards in the electric scooter market, promising enthusiasts a blend of innovation, reliability, and safety as they navigate urban environments.
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Uber launches true driverless robotaxi operations in the Middle East with WeRide [Video]
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Just over a year after Uber announced a strategic partnership in the Middle East with autonomous vehicle specialist WeRide, the companies have officially begun offering the public robotaxi rides without a driver or safety operator present on board.
Today’s latest milestone involving robotaxi operations in the Middle East dates back to September 2024, when Uber and WeRide initially announced a strategic partnership to bring autonomous rides to the UAE.
Three months later, the partner officially launched autonomous rides in Abu Dhabi, but with a safety operator present in the vehicle. At the time, Uber and WeRide said the supervised rides were “laying the groundwork” for a true driverless commercial operations planned for 2025.
That day has come.
WeRide and Uber have confirmed that commercial robotaxi operations are officially underway in Abu Dhabi without any safety operators on board – a first for the Middle East.
Uber rolls out Middle East robotaxi operations in Abu Dhabi
Uber shared details of its latest milestone late this evening or in the afternoon in the Middle East, depending on where you are.
Beginning today (Wednesday) customers in Abu Dhabi can select an UberX or Uber Comfort ride that enables them to be matched with a fully autonomous WeRide robotaxi without a driver inside. Riders in the Middle East can also increase their chances of hailing one of these driverless rides by select the “Autonomous” option in the Uber app.
In order to qualify, the prosepctive rider’s route must be part of WeRide’s operating territory in Abu Dhabi and a dedicated WeRide GXR Robotaxi vehicle (seen in the featured image above) must be available.
Similar to Uber’s partnership with Waymo in Austin and Atlanta, the global rideshare network will oversee fleet operations for WeRide vehicles, handling end-to end rider support. It has tapped Tawasul Transport to facilitate vehicle cleaning, maintenance, inspections, charging, and depot management. WeRide will remain responsible for vehicle testing.
As you may recall last spring, Uber and WeRide announced an expansion to their strategic partnership beyond the Middle East (although Dubai will be the city for its next robotaxi rollout). Over the next five years, Uber and WeRide intend to deploy true driverless public rides in 15 additional cities, some of which will be in Europe.
As promised, here’s some b-roll footage from Uber showing how riders in Abu Dhabi can order a WeRide robotaxi:
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Metro Detroit is about to get a big boost of fast EV chargers, with more than 40 new ChargePoint ports set to come online across multiple sites owned by the Dabaja Brothers Development Group.
The first ultra-fast charging site just opened in Canton, Michigan. It’s owned and operated by Dabaja Brothers, who plan to follow it with additional ChargePoint-equipped locations in Dearborn and Livonia.
“We started this project because we saw a gap in our community – there was almost nowhere to charge an EV in Canton, and a similar lack of charging across metro Detroit,” said Yousef Dabaja, owner/operator at Dabaja Brothers.
Each metro Detroit site will feature ChargePoint Express Plus fast charging stations, which can deliver up to 500 kW to a single port, can fast-charge two vehicles at the same time, and are compatible with all EVs. The stations feature a proprietary cooling system to deliver peak charging speeds for sustained periods, ensuring that charging speed remains consistent.
The stations operate on the new ChargePoint Platform, which enables operators to monitor performance, adjust pricing, troubleshoot issues, and gain real-time insights to keep chargers running smoothly.
Rick Wilmer, CEO at ChargePoint, said, “This initiative will rapidly infill the ‘fast charging deserts’ across the Detroit area, allowing drivers to quickly recharge their vehicles when and where they need to.”
Read more: ChargePoint just gave its EV charging software a major AI upgrade
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Mercedes-Benz High-Power Charging and Starbucks have officially opened their first DC fast charging hub together, off the I-5 in Red Bluff, California.
The 400 kW Mercedes-Benz chargers are capable of adding up to 300 miles in 10 minutes, depending on the EV, and every stall has both NACS and CCS cables – they’re fully open DC fast chargers.
Mercedes-Benz HPC North America, a joint venture between subsidiaries of Mercedes-Benz Group and renewable energy producer MN8 Energy, first announced in July 2024 that it would install DC fast chargers at Starbucks stores along Interstate 5, the main 1,400-mile north-south interstate highway on the US West Coast from Canada to Mexico. Ultimately, Mercedes plans to install fast chargers at 100 Starbucks stores across the US.
Mercedes-Benz HPC opened its first North American charging site at Mercedes-Benz USA’s headquarters in Sandy Springs, Georgia, in November 2023 as part of an initial $1 billion charging network investment. As of the end of 2024, Mercedes had deployed over 150 operational fast chargers in the US, but it hasn’t disclosed an official number of how many chargers are currently online.
Andrew Cornelia, CEO of Mercedes-Benz HPC North America, is leaving the company at the end of the month to become global head of electrification & sustainability at Uber.
Read more: Mercedes-Benz is deploying 400 kW US-made EV fast chargers with CCS and NACS cables
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