Hands-on with the Infinite Machine P1: A futuristic electric scooter that’s built for everyday riders
Infinite Machine’s debut product looks like it was carved out of a steel block in a dystopian future. The design is bold, brutalist, and unapologetically industrial. As a first product offering, it does a great job of catching people’s attention. Whether you like the look or not is up to you, but there is no denying that it is a head-turner. So when I had the opportunity to get some hands-on time with it, I knew I had to jump at that chance.
And after just an hour of riding the P1 around NYC, I can confidently say this thing turns heads for good reason. It’s fast, futuristic, and fun. This is just a first impression, but I’ll have it for an extended period soon — so stay tuned for a deeper dive and complete review. For now, let’s talk about my experience.
The specs
Let’s start with all the specs on paper, so you can see what we are dealing with. There is a lot to like with the P1 because you get:
Power, battery & tech
- 6kW rear hub motor
- Top speed: 65 mph (with Turbo Boost)
- Up to 60 miles of range
- 3.2 kWh removable battery (72V 45Ah)
- Charges with a standard wall outlet
- 7” touchscreen with a clean, CarPlay-style interface
- Infinite Machine app: unlock/start, service, rider management, camera access, OTA updates
- GPS tracking and dual cameras
Safety & design
- ABS braking system
- Fire-resistant battery (UL 2271)
- Kickstand/Park throttle lock, automatic lock system, real-time alerts
- Front electronic wheel lock + motor lock
- Records with both front and rear cameras
- Room for two passengers
- No motorcycle license needed up to 30 mph
- Underseat storage, glovebox, and a bag hook
- Integrated helmet lock
When you see all this, it could almost be overwhelming — the power, the tech, the modular features. But once you’re on it, the P1 is highly approachable. Everything is integrated and easy to use, even for someone with little to no experience riding this type of vehicle. It’s designed to make city commuting feel seamless from day one.
Ride experience
As I mentioned in the beginning, I only had about an hour with the vehicle, so these are my first impressions. I was able to test two of the three drive modes: Eco and Normal. There is also a Sport mode and a speed boost feature that I will be testing in my full review. I got to about 35 to 40mph for this test drive while navigating the NYC streets. I thought this environment was fantastic to see what the feel would be because this is what the P1’s target customer is. Someone who lives in a densely populated city but still needs to travel a few miles daily and doesn’t want to be stuck in traffic or use public transit like subways and buses. We drove through streets filled with potholes, unpaved sections, cobblestone streets, and cars double-parked everywhere and the P1 handled all of it with ease. The front and rear suspension smoothed everything out, and I never once felt like I was losing control, even over all this urban terrain.
One thing that I noticed after a bit is that because it’s fully electric, the ride is dead silent. No motor noise, no hum, just wind and city sounds. It felt like I was gliding through the streets, which made the ride even more immersive and surreal in the best way.
Tech experience
For me, the tech is half the selling point of a product like this. Of course, ride quality is extremely important, but being used to driving a Tesla, I want my tech experience to be straightforward and work. The P1 does this and does it exceptionally well. Everything is controlled from the Infinite Machine App. I have not gotten to use it on my own phone, but they showed me how it all works, and if you are familiar with the Tesla app, then you will feel right at home. The app allows you to:
- Use your phone as your key
- Add additional riders
- Set up service
- Access the built-in front and rear cameras
- Get theft alerts and alarm triggers
- Receive over-the-air updates
The app allows for everything and syncs beautifully with the 7-inch touchscreen on the P1 itself. The display feels like a mini CarPlay hub, responsive, clean, and easy to navigate.
One thing I did notice, though, is that the speaker under the display is pretty quiet. With how silent the ride is, a more robust built-in speaker system would be awesome. Infinite Machine is already working on a Bluetooth speaker add-on, which could scratch that itch.
Safety & security measures
They thought of everything security-wise. It has auto-lock features that engage when unattended. If someone messes with it, you get an alert, a siren goes off, and the vehicle locks itself down via motor and front wheel locks. It even records video using its dual cameras, a big win for safety and peace of mind. The kickstand and Park mode disable the throttle, so you can’t accidentally start engaging the P1. I would feel confident leaving this parked outside and not worry about someone stealing it. If they somehow can load it on top of it, it has an LTE connection, so I will always know where it is. It even has a backup power source if the battery is removed to power all the P1 controls and features.
Final take
The Infinite Machine P1 is a very cool and unique-looking e-scooter that checks off most boxes people would want out of a high-end and premium electric scooter. It’s a bold, tech-driven, design-first approach to urban mobility that seems to deliver.
Yes, it’s early days. Yes, it’s a startup. Yes, it’s expensive at a $10,000 starting price. But if this is their first swing? I’m excited to see what comes next. As I stated, I will have a full review coming soon when I get the chance to actually live with the P1 and see what its like to use it daily.
Let me know what questions you would want answered from a full review.
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Blink Charging (Nasdaq: BLNK) has struck a deal with Hubject to make charging easier for EV drivers across North America.
The agreement will bring Blink into Hubject’s intercharge eRoaming platform as a charge point operator. That means electric mobility service providers (eMSPs) and their customers in the US, Canada, and Mexico will soon have access to Blink’s charging stations through their existing apps. In turn, Blink drivers will gain better access to stations connected through Hubject’s network.
Hubject, which already connects more than 1 million charging points and 2,750 partners worldwide, expects the integration to strengthen its North American presence by adding Blink’s wide-ranging network of chargers, from Level 2 workplace stations to DC fast charging. Blink, meanwhile, anticipates more customers will plug in, thanks to Hubject’s reach.
“Our collaboration with Blink marks an important step in expanding our North American intercharge network,” said Trishan Peruma, CEO of Hubject North America. “By integrating Blink’s network into our eRoaming platform, we aim to help reduce barriers that have historically complicated EV charging and to support the continued growth of EV adoption across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.”
Blink Charging’s president and CEO Mike Battaglia added, “Connecting the Blink Network to Hubject’s platform will allow more drivers to benefit from interoperable charging while traveling.”
The integration will use the industry-standard OCPI protocol to keep billing and communication between networks secure and reliable. Deployment is planned in phases throughout 2025, with full integration targeted for the end of the year.
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Hyundai wants to make the electric sports car for everyone. Not just those who can afford it. The new Hyundai IONIQ 5 N Essentials trim was launched in Korea on Monday, offering a lower price tag but the same thrilling drive.
Hyundai launches new IONIQ 5 N Essentials in Korea
The IONIQ 5 N is Hyundai’s first EV sports car under the IONIQ series. Initially launched in 2023, the IONIQ 5 N marked a new era for Hyundai’s high-performance N division.
Hyundai’s electric hot hatch not only looks the part with added sporty “N” branded elements scattered inside and out, but it’s also packed with fun features, advanced tech, and a host of drive modes.
Based on a dual-motor all-wheel drive (AWD) powertrain, the IONIQ 5 N delivers up to 641 horsepower when N Grin Boost is engaged. Even without it, the electric sports car packs 601 hp.
It also draws power from an 84 kWh battery, good for an EPA-estimated range of 221 miles. On the WLTP scale, it’s rated with an official range of 278 miles (448 km). The added power results in a lower range than other IONIQ 5 trims.
Although it was already one of the most affordable sports cars, EV or gas-powered, Hyundai is lowering the price even further.
After launching the new Essentials model in South Korea on Monday, Hyundai said the new trim “is characterized by lowering the barrier to entry so that customers can experience the overwhelming driving performance of the IONIQ 5 N at a reasonable price through optimized specifications.”
Hyundai focused on core convenience features while including the same high-performance motors, battery, and N-specific elements as the base model.
A Hyundai official said, “The Essential trim of the IONIQ 5 N is a new trim that offers greater cost-effectiveness to lower the barrier to entry for high-performance electric vehicles.”
The IONIQ 5 N features advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), including highway driving assist and navigation-based smart cruise control. Hyundai has also added an exclusive new “Parking Assist Lite” package, offering safety and convenience features such as surround view monitoring and rear parking assistance.
The new Hyundai IONIQ 5 N Essentials trim starts at 74.9 million won ($54,000), including tax benefits. Hyundai said it will continue to make competitive products so more buyers can experience high-performance EVs.
Although the Essentials trim is not available in the US, the IONIQ 5 N is still more affordable than most sports cars. The 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 N starts at $66,200. But, with the $7,500 tax credit, which is set to expire on September 30, leases are currently listed as low as $549 per month.
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A federal judge has cleared the way for Ørsted’s nearly complete 704-megawatt (MW) Revolution Wind offshore wind farm to restart construction, overturning a stop-work order imposed by the Trump administration.
Reagan-appointed senior US District Judge Royce C. Lamberth granted a preliminary injunction in Washington, DC, calling the government’s conduct “the height of arbitrary and capricious government conduct.” He added, “If Revolution Wind cannot meet benchmark deadlines, the entire project could collapse. There is no doubt in my mind of irreparable harm to the plaintiffs.”
Ørsted welcomed the ruling and said in a statement, “Revolution Wind will continue to seek to work collaboratively with the US Administration and other stakeholders toward a prompt resolution. Revolution Wind will resume impacted construction work as soon as possible, with safety as the top priority.”
The decision marks a significant setback for the Trump administration’s attempts to stall offshore wind development. Revolution Wind is already about 80% complete, with all turbine foundations and 45 of 65 turbines successfully installed, and expected to power 350,000 homes in Rhode Island and Connecticut. Earlier this month, the two states’ attorneys general announced they were suing the Trump administration to overturn its “baseless” decision to halt Revolution Wind. That underlying lawsuit challenging the stop-work order will continue to progress.
Oceantic Network CEO Liz Burdock said, “Today’s decision allowing work to resume on Revolution Wind is welcome news for the hundreds of skilled workers who can now return to their jobs while the legal process continues. This Made in America energy project is putting Americans to work building reliable, affordable power to communities across New England that desperately need it.”
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