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Urban LSVs / Nanocars
« on: June 26, 2024, 07:51:00 PM »
I am contemplating purchasing some sort of Urban LSV, which would satisfy a large part of my transportation needs (local drop-off, shopping, etc.).

While Revel scooters were nice, they weren't always available (and are now totally gone), and weren't useful if weather was a little bad.

If I could get a small rechargeable vehicle that doesn't require licensing/registration, is small enough so as not to be a problem to park (possibly even place on sidewalk at times), has at least 2 seats (driver + 1 or more passengers), some cargo capacity (for shopping), is enclosed and preferably air-conditioned, I think I would pull the trigger (if reasonably priced and inexpensive to operate).

Any tips or insights?

What is actually available in the US, rather than being a concept car or something only available in other markets?

https://winkmotors.com/ (I wouldn't be surprised if the owner is based in Deal, NJ)

https://www.cococoupe.com/

https://cura360.com/green-transporter-q-express-electric-transport-scooter (looks interesting, but doesn't seem to have AC)

https://cura360.com/gio-golf-car-fully-enclosed-electric-transport-scooter (this one is even a cheaper price point, but again no AC)

https://eli.world/specs (not yet available)
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Re: Urban LSVs / Nanocars
« Reply #1 on: June 26, 2024, 08:42:35 PM »
Your post promoted me to look this up locally...
https://saaq.gouv.qc.ca/en/road-safety/modes-transportation/low-speed-vehicle/

So much for saving the environment...
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Re: Urban LSVs / Nanocars
« Reply #2 on: June 26, 2024, 09:41:15 PM »
Your post promoted me to look this up locally...
https://saaq.gouv.qc.ca/en/road-safety/modes-transportation/low-speed-vehicle/

So much for saving the environment...

Not sure what point you are trying to make. For me it’s a simple matter of convenience.
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Re: Urban LSVs / Nanocars
« Reply #3 on: June 26, 2024, 10:53:15 PM »
Not sure what point you are trying to make. For me it’s a simple matter of convenience.
That they aren't allowed here where I am
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Re: Urban LSVs / Nanocars
« Reply #4 on: June 26, 2024, 11:07:33 PM »
That they aren't allowed here where I am


So are electric scooters in NYC.  ::) ::)
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Re: Urban LSVs / Nanocars
« Reply #5 on: June 26, 2024, 11:14:27 PM »


So are electric scooters in NYC.  ::) ::)
Huh? Sarcastic?
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Re: Urban LSVs / Nanocars
« Reply #6 on: June 26, 2024, 11:56:56 PM »
That they aren't allowed here where I am
Where you live the speed limit is more than 50km/h? In NYC the speed limit is 25mph or less so these would work not on the highways.

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Re: Urban LSVs / Nanocars
« Reply #7 on: June 27, 2024, 12:02:12 AM »
Where you live the speed limit is more than 50km/h? In NYC the speed limit is 25mph or less so these would work not on the highways.
I understood they aren't allowed even with lower speed limits, only that the special uses allowed are further restricted by the road conditions
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