Honda has recently launched its new electric scooter, the Motocompacto, which is designed to offer a fun, fresh and foldable solution for urban mobility. The Honda Motocompacto is inspired by the original Motocompo, a tiny gas-powered scooter that Honda sold in the 1980s as an accessory for its subcompact cars. The Motocompacto is a modern and eco-friendly version of the Motocompo, with a sleek design, a 250-watt motor, a 12-mile range and a top speed of 15 mph. The Motocompacto can also fold into a suitcase-sized shape that can be easily carried or stored.
What Makes the Motocompacto Unique?
The Honda Motocompacto is not just another electric scooter. It is a product of Honda’s innovation and creativity, born out of an annual design contest that encourages employees to propose new ideas for Honda’s lineup. The Motocompacto was developed by a team of engineers from Honda’s R&D centers in the US, who worked on the project in their spare time. The Motocompacto is also Honda’s first e-mobility product in the US market, and it reflects Honda’s vision of providing convenient and sustainable transportation for everyone.
The Motocompacto has several features that make it stand out from other electric scooters. Some of these features are:
- Customizable appearance: The Motocompacto has a white plastic shell that can be personalized with stickers, paint or other accessories. Honda wants users to express their individuality and creativity with the Motocompacto, just like they do with their reusable water bottles or laptops. The Motocompacto also has four color options for the seat and the handlebar grips: red, blue, yellow, and black.
- Easy folding mechanism: The Motocompacto can be transformed from a scooter to a suitcase in less than 30 seconds, thanks to a clever folding mechanism that involves latches, hinges, and levers. The Motocompacto has sensors that ensure that it is properly unfolded before it can be ridden, and it also has a grab handle and wheels for easy carrying when folded. The folded dimensions of the Motocompacto are 23.6 inches long, 11.8 inches wide, and 19.7 inches high, and it weighs 33 pounds.
- User-friendly interface: The Motocompacto has a simple and intuitive interface that consists of a throttle, a brake, a horn, and a display. The display shows the battery level, the speed, the distance traveled, and any error messages. The Motocompacto also has LED lights for visibility and safety and a USB port for charging devices. The Motocompacto can be paired with a smartphone app that allows users to customize the settings, monitor the performance, and access the user manual.
- Affordable price: The Honda Motocompacto costs $995, which is much lower than most electric scooters in the market. Honda wants to make the Motocompacto accessible and appealing to a wide range of customers, especially young people and students who need a reliable and economical way to get around. The Motocompacto also has a low maintenance cost, as it does not require gas, oil or registration.
