Zoomi Life

In motor vehicles, whether they be electric or gasoline powered, or halfway between, there’s a basic understanding among manufacturers: if you don’t have anything to ad, repaint it and call it “new” anyway, so you can market it to the masses.

Such is the case with Vectrix’s new 2009 series. Not that this is a bad thing. The scooters (which look like motorcycles, as I mentioned in an article not long ago) are basically good how they are and don’t need much change anyway. They changed the name (from MaxiScooter to VX-1) and that’s about it.

The great machines still go up to 62mph and do 0-50 in 7 seconds. They still have the same great display, easy ride, and good performance. Otherwise, the only new addition will be two new models.

Oh wait, that’s a big addition. Well, OK, sort of. The first is the VX-1e, which will be available around Spring 2009 that is basically a standard VX-1 with slower top speeds and acceleration and a lower price tag to go with that. Sort of the “dumbed down” version of the regular edition.

The other is the VX-2, which is a much smaller version with much less power (equivalent to 50cc) and size, expected to appeal to the lower end of the market and short distance commuters. This one should be available by Summer.

Vectrix saw a lot of growth this year, with their dealership distribution network growing from 38 to 160 dealers and sales growth of 156%. Good news for the otherwise dismal industry!

Source: AutoblogGreen.com