Remember back when the idea of an electric car seemed futuristic? We sure do, and while EVs may be a given while auto shopping these days, there was a time not so, so long ago, when these battery-powered vehicles were nothing more than a glint in some genius’ eye. But now…well, now it’s a different story entirely. Electric is just as normal as gasoline in the world of cars, trucks, and SUVs. But what about motorcycles? More specifically, motor scooters.
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Today we wanted to present a few stellar motor scooters that run on battery power alone. No fuel, no gas, no emissions. While this sort of transportation has been quite popular in Europe for some time, it’s only recently started to gain momentum in the U.S. Hence, this article.
Now, let’s talk the top electric scooters available on the market in the USA:
Vespa Elettrica 
Well, this is no surprise. How many of us immediately conjure up this classic Italian manufacturer the moment the word “scooter” is mentioned? With good reason too. But here’s why this set of wheels ranks so high:
- OG street cred for driving the quintessential make
- Removable battery that charges in any standard socket in 4 hours (up to 1000 charging cycles)
- Max speed of 45 MPH
- Up to 62 miles of travel on a single charge
The Electtrica will set you back about $7,999, but if you’re a loyal Vespa fan, that’s no biggie. And if you’re ready to get moving, this model is readily available for pre-order across the U.S.
Aventura X 
Okay, so this brand of scooters does not come with the same notoriety as the Vespa, but the style is reminiscent of the classic, and this company has a selection to choose from. And, it’s worthwhile to note that the price point on the Aventura X starts much lower.
Aventura X offers four styles of scooter ranging from $2,695 up to $8,395. The model with the highest ticket price, however, is one with an attached side car. The others are standard two-wheel scooters. Here’s what you can expect:
- From a 50 to 70 mile driving range, depending on model
- From 30 to 50 MPH top speed, depending on model
- Removable battery
- Charge time of 5-6 hours, with the option to add fast charging, which brings charging down to 2 hours
The company also offers a whole host of add-ons that are worth taking a peek at, if you’re in the market for an electric scooter.
Gio Italia Ultra Electric Scooter 
Coming in third (in cost, not value) is the Gio at $2,299. With great reviews all around, this unassuming set of wheels is ideal for folks using a scooter for city commutes, errands, and short distances that are better served by a small vehicle rather than on foot or by car. Here’s what you get with this Gio:
- Max 30 MPH speed
- Up to a 40 miles driving range on a single charge
- Removable battery that charges to full in 5-6 hours
- Lockable cargo container included
And while this company is based in Canada, our friends up north will ship to the lower 48 states for free…without US sales tax. Wink, wink.
So, if you’re on the hunt for an economic, emissions-friendly mode of transportation, here you’ve got a great place to start. And remember, whichever electric scooter you choose, you’ve got us to lend a hand with your all your title and tag needs. Because as always, at eTags, we’re here to help!
