‘Unparalleled performance’ shown off in InMotion’s new 68 MPH electric unicycle
InMotion is known for its wide range of electric unicycles, a type of personal electric vehicle that looks foreign to many but is prized by the fiercely vocal electric unicycle market as an ultra-convenient ride. Now InMotion is taking on some of the highest power names in the game with the launch of its newest model, the Adventure.
The Adventure is InMotion’s highest performance electric unicycle to date.
The performance is somehow both impressive and frankly somewhat frightening.
The Adventure comes with an ultra-torquey motor that carries a sticker rating of 4000W but actually puts out a peak power of up to 9,000W. And while I’ve never heard of this before, the Adventure has a third rating that is somehow higher than its “peak” power rating. The “maximum power” is listed at a staggering 12,000W.
That high power motor can spin the wheel up to 110 km/h (68 mph), though real world speed on such high power unicycles is often less due to inefficiencies found in, well, the real world.
InMotion says the Adventure electric unicycle can climb slopes of up to 50 degrees. Not a 50% grade, mind you. That would only be 26 degrees. InMotion is talking about fifty-honest-to-goodness-degrees, i.e. gaining more altitude than forward progress.
The company says that the wheels “ability to continuously climb long slopes exceeds that of similar 16-inch EUCs by over 50%, making it well-prepared for various steep challenges.” Yeah, I’ll say. This sounds like the kind of wheel a Blue Angels pilot rides to work.
The unicycle comes with full-suspension (is it still called “full” suspension if there’s only one wheel?) that is described as both adjustable and progressive. That progressive suspension design varies the spring rate to “ensure sufficient rebound even during intense off-road segments like jumps and steep slopes, protecting the rider’s knees.”
The Adventure includes a semi-quick release 2.4 kWh battery that can charge at up to 16A, or an impressive 0-80% in one hour. The removable design seems to require a bit of work, but claims to be possible in 10 minutes, which is much easier than on most electric unicycles that aren’t as user-friendly when it comes to owners performing work on them.
The 39 kg (86 lb) wheel has just launched and is now available for pre-order for the high-performance price of around US $3,300, depending on the local dealer.
Electrek’s Take
Of all the micromobility vehicles out there, electric unicycles are the one that I have the least experience on. But even with the limited miles I’ve ridden on them, I can absolutely see why the growing EUC community is so rabidly in favor of these small yet capable machines.
Unlike my e-scooters, e-bikes, e-skateboards, e-motorcycles or just about anything else I commute on, an electric unicycle can hit speeds as fast as anything else yet still fit unobtrusively under a chair. You can take it anywhere, never have to worry about it getting stolen, and it’s even a weirdly fun way to get around – after you spend a few days crashing to learn how to ride one.
The InMotion Adventure is obviously much more EUC than most people would need, and I highly recommend learning to ride on something smaller and tamer in the beginning. But it’s impressive to see just how far these machines have come, and that InMotion isn’t going to sit idly by while other companies run away with the high power end of the market.
It’s not exactly clear when the InMotion Adventure will start shipping, so in the meantime I’ll leave you with a video of me giving another wheel the ol’ college try while reviewing a significantly lower power yet still impressive electric unicycle.
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The Stripe logo on a smartphone with U.S. dollar banknotes in the background.
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Stripe cut 300 jobs, representing about 3.5% of its workforce, mostly in product, engineering and operations, CNBC has confirmed.
The payments company, valued at about $70 billion in the private markets, still expects to increase headcount by 10,000 by the end of the year, which would be a 17% increase, and is “not slowing down hiring,” according to a memo to staff from Chief People Office Rob McIntosh. Business Insider reported earlier on the cuts and the memo.
A Stripe spokesperson also confirmed to CNBC that a cartoon image of a duck with text that read, “US-Non-California Duck,” was accidentally attached as a PDF to emails sent to some of the employees who were laid off. Some of the emails mistakenly provided affected employees with an incorrect termination date, the spokesperson said.
McIntosh sent a follow-up email to staffers apologizing for the “notification error” and “any confusion it caused.”
“Corrected and full notifications have since been sent to all impacted Stripes,” he wrote.
In 2022, Stripe cut roughly 1,100 jobs, or 14% of its workers, downsizing alongside most of the tech industry, as soaring inflation and rising interest rates forced companies to focus on profits over growth. The Information reported that Stripe had a few dozen layoffs in its recruiting department in 2023.
Stripe’s valuation sank from a peak of $95 billion in 2021 to $50 billion in 2023, before reportedly rebounding to $70 billion last year as part of a secondary share sale. The company ranked third on last year’s CNBC Disruptor 50 list.
In October, Stripe agreed to pay $1.1 billion for crypto startup Bridge Network, whose technology is focused on making it easy for businesses to transact using digital currencies.
Brothers Patrick and John Collison, who founded Stripe in 2010, have intentionally steered clear of the public markets and have given no indication that an offering is on the near-term horizon. Total payment volume at the company surpassed $1 trillion in 2023.
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Thinking about upgrading your EV? Rivian (RIVN) launched a new promo on Tuesday, offering up to $6,000 to upgrade your R1S or R1T. Here’s how you can snag some savings.
Rivian R1S and R1T upgrade deal offers up to $6,000
Rivian delivered over 51,500 vehicles last year as the EV maker gains momentum. Although it was only slightly higher than the ~50,100 delivered in 2023, Rivian is expected to see even more growth this year.
After shutting down its Normal, IL manufacturing plant last April and renegotiating supplier contracts, Rivian has seen “significant cost improvements,” according to CEO RJ Scaringe.
Rivian also began delivering its next-gen R1S and R1T models last year. The new Large and Max battery packs have redesigned modules and more efficient packaging, “making them easier to manufacture and service.” For example, Rivian’s new EVs use seven ECUs, down from 17 in the first-generation R1T and R1S.
With new plant upgrades, reworked supplier contracts, and more efficient vehicles, Rivian is now passing the savings on to customers.
Rivian introduced a new promo on Tuesday, offering up to $6,000 to upgrade your R1T or R1S. The bonus amount varies by trim:
- Tri with Max battery: $6,000 USD / CAD 8,600
- Dual with Max battery and Performance upgrade: $4,500 USD / CAD 6,500
- Dual with Max battery: $3,000 USD / CAD 4,300
The offer is for current R1T or R1S owners or lessees in the US and Canada. Rivian launched the new promo on January 21, and it runs through March 31, 2025.
After you purchase or lease a qualifying vehicle, Rivian will apply a discount toward the MSRP. You must take delivery by March 31, 2025. In the fine print, Rivian stated, “You must request a trade-in estimate to qualify for this offer, but trade-in of a vehicle is not required.”
Any other models are excluded from the offer. These include Dual Standard configurations, Dual with Large battery configurations, custom builds, demo vehicles, and pre-owned vehicles.
The new offer follows Rivian’s previous upgrade promo introduced last October, giving qualifying gas-powered vehicle owners or lessees up to $3,000.
Check out the Rivian R1 Shop to view eligible models. You can see eligible Rivian R1S here and R1T models here.
Electrek’s Take
Rivian’s R1S was already the tenth best-selling electric vehicle in the US last year, with nearly 27,000 models sold. With more driving range and power at a lower cost, the electric SUV could see even more demand in 2025.
Then again, with the arrival of new luxury electric SUVs, like the Jeep Wagoneer S and Volvo EX90, Rivian will face more competition in the US.
Rivian’s latest promo comes as the Company looks to carry the momentum from the end of 2024 into the new year. The EV maker is offering other deals, including 1.99% APR for 60 months on the R1 Dual with a Max Battery and Performance upgrade.
Even if you are not eligible for the promo, we can still help you find deals on Rivian’s electric SUV in your area. You can use our links below to view offers on the Rivian R1S and R1T near you today.
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