F1 driver Giancarlo Fisichella now an “Electric Ambassador”

Oct 2

Written by: Sebastian Schepis   63 views    

Published on October 2nd, 2008 in Electric Scooters

Vectrix Electric Scooter

Force India F1 driver Giancarlo Fisichella is the latest driver in a list of Formula One drivers that have taken an interest in electric vehicles. According to US electric vehicle maker Vectrix, Mr. Fisichella has received their “Electric Ambassador” Certificate. We assume this means that he’s going to be promoting Vectrix’s flagship product, the Vectrix Electric Scooter.

He’s not the only F1 driver riding a Vectrix - according to Vectrix, Eddie Jordan, Damon Hill and Adrian Sutil all ride their own, although none of them have been proclaimed “ambassadors” as of yet.

About the Vectrix Electric Scooter

Some of the key features of the Vectrix include:

  • Zero carbon emissions
  • Fully charged range up to 68 miles
  • Top speed of 62 mph (100 km/h)
  • Acceleration 0-50 in 6.8 seconds
  • As responsive as a 400cc scooter but with a 125cc classification, making the bike accessible to anyone with a provisional licence who has completed CBT training.
  • Multi-function throttle controls a slow-speed reverse for greater manoeuvrability and easy
    parking
  • The onboard charger recharges the scooter in just over two hours from a standard 110/220V (3 pin) power socket.
  • Low noise for reduced sound pollution
  • Estimated battery life of 10 years (based on 5,000 miles per year)
  • DAaRT™ system – Twist back the throttle for instant acceleration, and twist it forward to slow down smoothly and safely, in addition to the front and back Brembo disc brakes.

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