Buying Electric Scooters in Sydney

Electric scooters have gained a certain level of popularity in Sydney, as well as other major cities in Australia.  There maybe a number of reasons for this popularity.  As a 2-wheeled vehicle, it certainly is more practical than a car particularly around the inner city, and much cheaper to run.

As a retailer of electric bikes, we would like to encourage all practical types of alternative transport.  Had all things been equal, we would have loved to sell electric scooters in our store.

The main problem, however, and it is a major show-stopper, is that the revo-type electric scooters are illegal to ride anywhere other than on private properties.  Of course would ask: "What's the big deal?  So what it's not legal, what is the likelihood you would get booked"

To people who think along this line of reasoning, we would impart some words of wisdom.  If you ride an electric scooter, at some point you will get booked, it's not a matter of if, but when, and if you're riding around the inner city, it will be sooner than you think.  When it does happen, you will be surprised, perhaps shocked that the fine will be far more substantial than you would expect.  At the very least, expect to be fined for driving an unregistered vehicle, no different to if it was an unregistered car.  Along with a number of other citations, you could be paying over $1700 in fines.

We suggest it is not worth the risk, and that a street-legal alternative like a bike or an electric scooter street legal would serve you far better with your commuting needs.

So make a wise & informed decision that will serve you well for a long time to come.

Happy riding

 

Check for chinese company

Cnbizsearch.com is a china national petroleum corporation, you can can search more than 25,000,000 Chinese companies here, or verify your China business credit, protect your trade effectively and efficiently. Thousands of chinese company has chosen Cnbizsearch.

Anhui zhongding holding Group is eatablished in 1980, the head office located in the economic & technical development zone, Ninggo, Anhui, China. With more than 20 years work and development, the leading products of Zhongding has become automotive parts, the scope of operation refers to rubber mold manufacturing, hardware etc, right now we have 20 large scale entire investment modern companies and holding companies in demestic and overseas.

In Cnbizsearch.com, you can check Zhongding Group in a short time, as the picture shows:

Company Name: Anhui Zhongding Holding (Group) Co., Ltd.

Street: Economic and Technological Development Zone.

Country&Province: China & Guangdong Province.

Business: industrial investment; production and sale of rubber and plastic products, hardware tools, electroni

And other imformation will be showed after paying ,such as anthentication, rating, credit info verification and map. In a word, it proviodes most imformation you need for your business.

Not only Zhongding Group, many other companies can be found in Cnbizsearch.com, come here and make sure of your partner'imformation. 

   

Verifying China Company

How to verify China company registration number? I think many people were confusing with this question. When the ntional economy has developed so fast, making sure of your partner'imformation is so important. Here are some other steps you can take to verify china company imformation: http://www.cnbizsearch.com/search/businesssearch

 1. Use all the contact information given to you. Call all the phone numbers and send messages to all the e-mail addresses to make sure they are all working and are being used. Also, use an online map search to determine if the address of the company is in existence.
 If the company does not give you contact information, or ask you to submit a form in order to contact it, do not use the company.

 2. If prices are too low to logically support production or just too good to be true, then the company is probably selling fakes. Avoid this company!

 3. Chinese companies should always let you order merchandise through Letters of Credit and allow deliveries to be made by formal companies. Be wary of companies that only accept TT or Western Union payments and only ship through generic postal services.

It may seem cut and dry, but you could always visit the company yourself and verify if it is legitimate. There are also companies you can hire that will do the same thing if you are not operating out of China.

LegalMall's services include: Company verifications, Certificate verifications, Legal documentation, Business registrations, Sourcing, Post-incorporation services, Factory audits, Specialised legal services.

 

Funny Target Alarm Clock

What wake you up everyday' morning? Maybe your mom, maybe you telephone. Many people has forgotten it-alarm Clock. Alarm Clock can also be a funny thing. Whether you have always wanted to shoot your alarm clock or you just like to shoot guns this alarm clock gives you the chance to get back at that wake up alarm. This can be for kids or adults alike or an awesome gift for that gunslinger in your family. Want more alarm clock, pls pay attention to Online Shopping Taobao Engliah-Agreetao:http://www.agreetao.com/

If you are one of those people who have a difficult time getting out of bed in the morning and your alarm just keeps ringing and ringing, you can now shoot it to turn it off. With this target alarm clock, if the alarm sounds for 3 minutes the target will pop up, with flashing lights. If you shoot the target it will stop the alarm.

You have the option to record your own alarm sound if you want to make something really cool. You can also set it on beginner where you just need to fire one shot to shut it down. Or you can set it to difficult mode where you need to hit the target 5 times to shut it down. If you don’t make your quota it will be like hitting the snooze button and the target will pop up again after five minutes.

This target alarm clock weighs 600 grams, is made of ABS plastic and requires #5 batteries to operate. This may otherwise be know as a gun alarm clock or shooting alarm clock.
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This Agreetao seller has a wide selection of home accessories and home gadgets in their online store. If you are looking for an interesting and unique gift for yourself or someone else than check out all the other items from this online Agreetao shop.

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The scooter you should never miss

So many people have been interested in electric scooter, and you can find kinds of scooter around yourself. Among these scooter, which one was the best choice for you? New item Airwheel electric standing scooter A3 of A-series shows up with its distinct and also classy expectation and wise procedure to the public. Functions of high security performance, tiny size as well as several function will draw attention from more scooter-lovers. Airwheel two-wheeled self-balancing electrical scooter A3 will bring wonderful shock to cyclists' regular lives.

On 18 June, 2015, Airwheel came out with one new product-- electrical self-balancing sitting-posture mobility scooter A3. Its appearance indicates standing-posture is not the solitary design for mobility scooter any more as well as a new period of sitting-posture scooter is coming.

Airwheel A3 is equipped with 520wh battery, the using variety could get to regarding 25km on the basis of 1kwh each 50km when fully billed. The top speed of A3 is 20km/h, as well as the limit speed is extremely practical to readjust as riders' desire. A3 could be linked to cyclists' phones via APP, once connected, all information about it will reveal on the APP, then people can regulate A3 such as turning on lights, securing and also opening, GENERAL PRACTITIONER and also so on at their fingertip using APP.

The digital brake system of electrical self-balancing scooter A3 has high safety and security performance, bikers can brake quickly by remaining upright on the saddle or pressing the brake button next to the display screen with a 50mm quiting range. With collapsible pedal, the 2-wheeled electrical scooter A3 takes up just 0.25-metre-square space when parked. The most noticeable attribute of self-balancing scooter A3 is the saddle.

The development of Airwheel two-wheeled electric mobility scooter A3 makes a terrific advancement of typical standing-posture design, as well as ushers a brand-new period of sitting-posture 2 wheel electric standing scooter. Perfect equipment establishments and smart procedure ensure the security, meanwhile, make using more comfortable as well as amazing.

New product Airwheel electrical self-balancing sitting-posture scooter A3 of A-series appears with its distinct and classy overview as well as clever procedure to the public. Airwheel two-wheeled self-balancing electrical mobility scooter A3 will certainly bring wonderful shock to bikers' average lives.

A3 can be attached to riders' phones via APPLICATION, once linked, all information about it will reveal on the APPLICATION, then individuals can control A3 such as turning on lights, locking as well as unlocking, GENERAL PRACTITIONER and so on at their fingertip via APPLICATION.

Cnbizsearch: Ensure Information of Chinese Company

Business credit is very important when doing business around the world. While establishing business operations in China, finding local business partners and customers must be a major task. As well as the challenge of reaching out to a new business community, how can you be confident in the honesty of your potential partners?  How can you check that the company really has the scope and capabilities claimed? If you find out that your intellectual property in China has been infringed (your product or trade mark has been copied) how can you start to research the infringer?

China company information is publicly available and can be accessed via the electronic database of each local Administration of Industry and Commerce. This search can reveal, amongst other details, if the company is an officially registered company in China, who can legally represent the company and sign contracts on behalf of the company, what the business scope of the company is, and where the company is located.

Why should I do the search?

This search is relevant to any EU SME who is searching for, or is approached by, a potential Chinese business partner, or is dealing with a (possible) infringer of their intellectual property.

Possible examples of situations in which you can do the search in order to find the official registered basic information of a Chinese company include:

*   Hope to produce in China and you are looking for a Chinese manufacturer;
*   Hope to have a distribution partner to sell your products on the Chinese market;
*   Hope to license your technology to a Chinese company;
*   Hope to engage in R&D with a Chinese company;
*   Considering entering into a joint venture or a merger and acquisition;
*   You have discovered the name and location of a company that infringes upon your IP, and you want to know more about that company, for example their address, information
about their shareholders, or the amount of their registered capital, in order to decide if you want to take action to enforce your intellectual property rights.

This guide will provide you with information on  how to obtain the information from the database, what the information means and how you can use the information.

Useful Accessories for Travel

You used to take use of that round-the-world fare and left your packing until the last minute. No worries. Here's a checklist of 25 useful items, gadgets and accessories you'll need in your trip. It's easy to find them in travel accessories store,go ahead!


Merino Wool Base Layer

Master marketers in Australia and New Zealand have done well to extol the magic of Merino wool worldwide. In reality, base layers – from shell shirts to thermal underwear – made of the stuff save your skin on planes and in chilly climes.

Flexible tripod

A tripod is one item most casual photographers think they never need … until they need it. Flexible tripods pack easily, work wonders in a pinch and prove ultra-handy in the rainforest, on the beach or in the city.

Pocket trench

A fashionable, travel-specific trench with ample pockets is a wise purchase. A comfortable jacket with room for all your vitals frees up the need for extra bags.

Portable e-reader

The best gadgets save space and, indeed, save and kill time. With a portable e-reader, you can keep the novels at home and store them on one skinny screen.

Cashmere socks

Whether you pound pavement or scale mountains, foot comfort is paramount while abroad. Cashmere socks cost a pretty penny but make a superb investment.

Tablet computer or smartphone

A good tablet computer or smartphone is a home office, entertainment console and communications device all-in-one. Perfect for planes, in hotels, cafés and the beach, they have become the defacto essential gadget.

Laser keyboard

And to go with that tablet or smartphone, a handy laser keyboard. Comes in a tiny cube and emits a realistic QWERTY keyboard on any surface.

UV water purifier

Turn almost any tap or natural water source into potable water in seconds and safely hydrate.

Noise-canceling headphones

Noise-canceling headphones tune out the din of planes, terminals and urban life and let you concentrate and observe in silence.

Circumaural headphones

If, however, you prefer some tunes, a good set of circumaural (full-size) headphones will give your digital music some punch.

Flash drive

Be efficient on the go and store important documents, images, music, videos and other files on a nifty flash drive for rapid access anytime, anywhere.

Multi-tool

A sturdy and portable multi-purpose utility tool is a common sense item too few forget at home. Just remember to check it before you pass security.

All-organic hand sanitiser

Most hand sanitisers reek of chemicals and do more harm than good. All-organic brands are healthy alternatives and travel well.

Sleep mask

On epic, trans-oceanic flights, a good sleep mask helps ensure that your nap is deep and restorative.

Retractable cable lock

Lock up your bags securely with a strong, easy to store retractable cable lock and relax at hostels and dodgy bus terminals.

Smart travel containers

A funky, colourful set of travel containers is a cool way to store personal care items and demonstrate to airport security personnel that you respect the 100 ml limit on liquids at the same time.

Travel adaptor

You took a trove of gadgets with you but forget the travel adaptor. Now you have 12% battery life left on your tablet and the only electronics store is 225 km away.

Power strip with USB port

Because you can never have enough plugs.

Notepad and pens

Sure, tablets and smartphones rule but paper and pens have not gone the way of the Dodo just yet.

Medical kit

Forget what you think you know about travel medical kits. The new ones on the market look so cool you may just cut yourself on purpose. Resist the urge.

Comfortable walking shoes

Walk the streets of Tokyo, Paris and New York in style while ignorant tourists traipse about in stilettos and plastic clogs.

Lavender oil

One item sure to not be in that trusty medical kit, however, is a small bottle of lavender oil. This superstar essential oil is spectacularly useful – it soothes stress, relieves headaches and is a stellar anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and anti-viral agent. Use it on cuts, scrapes, burns and dry skin.

Travel wallet

We rarely, if ever, use a wallet at home but when we travel, a multi-purpose, utility wallet is a good tool.

Daypack

One small-ish travel bag is all you need by day if you know how to pack-and if you invest in a good one.

Durable waterproof

Preferably a lightweight jacket that repels both wind and water. In this case, you do get what you pay for.

Several tips for riding an electric gyropode

Nowdays, it's not rarely to see people riding electric gyropodes whether on the street,or on you way home.However,not everyone is good at controling it.There are some useful tips for riding gyropodes,why not come on and have a see?!


1. Riding an electric gyropode is like riding a bicycle

Part of what makes these tours great for beginners is the full safety drill you get before the actual tour begins. I learned everything from how to make it move to how to stop short in an emergency (you thrust your rear out, straighten your arms, and pull your shoulders back — the electric gyropode will follow suit).

You're not expected to be an expert, and like any new skill, it takes practice. But, once you get the basic motions, they become natural, and you're not likely to forget them. And, as my tour guide said: no matter how confident you feel, always keep both hands on the handlebars.

It's also good to know that your electric gyropode will never sit perfectly still while you're on it. As long as you stand straight and keep your eyes ahead, just like you would on a bicycle, you'll be balanced and in control.


2. They can be stubborn

Electric gyropodes look funny with their long necks and clunky wheels, but let me tell you they're no joke. Like a treadmill, an electric gyropode can't stop on its own. You have to stop it yourself. That means if you accidentally fall off, be prepared to chase down a machine with a mind of its own.

Which is (ahem) something I had to learn the hard way. In my case, I accidentally hit a large tree root while off-roading in a wooded part of the park, impulsively tugged the handles (which, for the record, doesn't do anything since electric gyropodes respond to the forward-backward movements of your feet, not your hands), and fell off, temporarily losing my dignity and a slip-on sneaker. But, rest assured, that's a rarity on these rides. And it didn't stop me from getting right back up.


3. You'll have fun

As soon as you get past the fear of looking silly or getting hurt, riding an electric gyropode can feel exhilarating. Plus, you'll experience more than you ever could from an open-top bus or a car window — I got to really stop and smell the flowers, feel the breeze, and get to know a new group of people.

Even though I purpled a knee during my ride, I had a great time learning a new skill … and getting back on the metaphorical horse.


4. You'll go fast(ish)

Maybe it was being directly exposed to the outside world, with no doors or windows to keep me in, but in any case, I felt fast. Whether on uneven terrain or flat, winding trails, going even 5 mph to 12.5 mph (12.5 mph being the fastest a standard electric gyropode can go) actually feels like … gliding (the term electric gyropode users use). The feeling of freedom that followed was invigorating.


5. You'll want to keep going

Electric gyropodes are, first and foremost, fun! Even though I took a little tumble, I had a blast. Along with the responsibility to ride safely, the feeling of power, and the sense of speed, there's something easily overlooked: there's nothing like riding an electric gyropode. It's a unique way to get around — stranger than a scooter or a skateboard — and once it was over, I wanted to do it again.


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China trade credit

Do you run or plan to start importing from China but do not know whether your Chinese business partner is a legally registered company? This is a common problem when doing business with Chinese companies, especially when you do it through the Internet and use B2B portals like Alibaba.com. The question seems peculiar, but still not enough people ask themselves about it. Surely it would possibly avoid a lot of scams if the importer had access to this apparently trivial information about a supplier from China.

So how can you check if a Chinese company exists? Or how can you know about china trade credit?

It is worth to be sure that the company has a legal registration in China.

Entrepreneurs frequently ask for the company’s references, certificates, or financial statements, and at the beginning, it is good to start by checking if you are dealing with a legally registered company or with a cheater. The problem is that the importer believes that if a company has a website or an account on a B2B website, then certainly it exists and runs a legal business. Unfortunately, scammers frequently create invented names to give themselves credibility. It works. If you see that, on the website or in the e-mail signature, a name with the appendage “Co., Ltd.,” you assume that this Chinese company must be legally registered. This blind assumption can cost your company a lot of money. And unfortunately often you cannot do much about it.

The company was registered but the registration has expired.

Another common case is that the business license has expired. Sometimes it turns out that the company had a business license, but it was not renewed. Sometimes scammers use the license of another company that is no longer registered. You should not only check whether the company has a license but also whether it is valid. If not, then you should really reconsider whether you want to import from China using such a supplier. It is worth adding that the risk of fraud in this case increases drastically.
What can we do to protect our company from untrustworthy supplier?

First of all, ask our business partner to show a copy of the business license. With this document, you can check if it is valid and whether it actually belongs to the right company. Transferring other companies’ licenses does happen. You also must be sure that the document has not been fabricated in a graphics program (for example, in Photoshop). Every legally registered Chinese company has a business license, so do not believe in excuses (the most common are: the license is lost or the license is in a locked drawer and the person who has the keys is on vacation). In addition, for Chinese companies, the business license is their most important document.

 

Electric Bicycle VS Electric Scooter

An e-bike ebike is typically a bicycle with motor inside. It is also called an e-bike or electric scooter. The eclectic dirt bike can reach speeds up to 24-34km/hr (15 to help you 20 miles /hour) with regards to the motor and laws of the country. Many countries possess law restrictions vs speedy e-bikes rendering it illegal to offer for sale e-bikes that proceed past certain pace. Electric scooters are substantially cheaper as compared to regular motorcycles. Also, they are a lot cheaper not to lose and to generate.

Electric bikes belong to a different class of vehicles than motor bikes. In countries enjoy Canada and United states of america e-bikes are dealt with like bicycle (they can be even allowed in bicycle lanes) which imply that the rider doesn't need insurance or people license to operate one. There could come to be some age as well as license restrictions depending on the State or the Province. All States and/or Provinces require riders to wear a helmet designed for safety purposes.

Electronic bikes are battery operated helping to make them very environment friendly and affordable. With gas expense rising and global warming just about to happen e-bikes make wonderful transportation alternative. They are easy to operate, safe and most essential of all don't demand gasoline. They are smaller sized and lighter when compared to average motorcycle making them perfect for urban areas.

In a great many markets around the world e-bikes are replacing regular bikes in addition to motorcycles. The difference relating to the electric scooter and also the bicycle is of course that e-bikes have motors in them. The difference around motorcycles and electronic scooters is that electric scooters' applications are battery run. E-bikes are also required to have pedals to get manual use where motorcycles do not. That means whether battery charge is low one can find pedals to get hold of rider home safely.

Most of electric scooters possess safety key attribute which protects the idea from being ripped off and imposes safety.

Electric bikes are generally affordable. The price tag may weary coming from US$500 to US$3, 500. E-bikes are a great deal cheaper than motorcycle in particular when you take into account that electric scooters can also be more cost useful on maintenance.

In a great many countries around the world e-bikes outnumber normal bikes and motorcycles in the roads as they've been cheaper and more convenient way of transfer. In countries prefer China and Asia sales numbers meant for electric bikes double almost every year where off road electric scooter sales drop. Western countries which include Canada and Nation has recently discovered important things about e-bikes and now are in the process of implementing rules and regulations to increase number of electric bike owners.
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There are many kinds of folding sports gear and folding utility bicycles. Each one contains a little different system nonetheless basics are generally the same. I picked a particular one to use as an example to demonstrate how easy it truly is to operate the folding bicycle. -Always make sure your e-bike whereas parked is stable and the kickstand is locked at the same time.

Credit risk in China

Credit risk in China means the country will find it very hard to grow. Global credit ratings agency Fitch Ratings has warned that the extent of china credit could make it very difficult for the country to grow its way out of excesses as it has in the past. The comments suggest tougher times ahead, which could impact on businesses.

Over the last decade China has grown at an impressive rate making it an attractive prospect for firms worldwide. However, the report from Fitch Ratings found that the ratio of credit to GDP now stands at 200 per cent, leading to the agency predicting muted growth.

Speaking to the Telegraph, Charlene Chu, Fitch Rating's senior director in Beijing, said, "The credit-driven growth model is clearly falling apart. This could feed into a massive over-capacity problem, and potentially into a Japanese-style deflation.

"There is no transparency in the shadow banking system, and systemic risk is rising. We have no idea who the borrowers are, who the lenders are, and what the quality of assets is, and this undermines signalling."

China's credit bubble could affect British businesses operating in the region. Ensuring that suppliers and customers are regularly checked for stability and creditworthiness is key for maintaining a strong supply chain.

Graydon's International Credit Risk Assessment Monitoring services enables businesses to keep up to date with trading partners'current situations. The latest credit information is automatically added to a client’s database allowing them to monitor critical events and rating changes. Additionally, email alerts are sent the second new occurs so businesses can rest assured they will be well informed should risk emerge.

Many UK businesses have offset European losses due to increasing demand in China and other fast-growth nations but it is vital for them to remain cautious and alert for changing market conditions. 

The Greenest and Maybe Cleanest Vehicle on the Road

Is this the zero-emissions green vehicle of the future? For the masses, possibly not.  For me personally, maybe so. It’s a battery-powered electric scooter, with solar panels for recharging during daylight hours.

I’ve become a big fan, and a minor authority, on battery-powered electric scooters. I’ve owned a few. A Chinese-made electric scooter was my primary form of urban transportation while living and working in Los Angeles until moving to China last year.

Though I never saw another one on the road in LA, I’m a passionate believer in this mode of transport. In China, electric scooters are almost as common as passenger cars, with upwards of five million sold every year. The streets and sidewalks are crowded with them. They run on lead acid batteries, the same kind used in car batteries.

The electric scooters sold now in China rely on plug-in battery rechargers. That’s the biggest drawback of driving one. Lead acid batteries can take up to eight hours to recharge. This new solar-powered recharger should solve that problem. The battery recharges automatically as you ride around, as long as there’s sunlight. Assuming the solar recharger works, this electric scooter china becomes a street-legal perpetual motion machine, never needing, at least during daytime, to stop for a recharge.

I met the inventor, Zhao Weiping, at a trade exhibition. I could barely contain my excitement. We discussed the science, the capacity of the solar panels, and the potential to upgrade the batteries to lighter, longer-lasting lithium batteries. He’s only built prototypes so far. He expects the cost, for a base model, to be around Rmb3,000 ($440).

With lithium batteries, the price goes up to around $750. Lithium batteries take half the time to recharge.

Another benefit of lithium: the batteries weigh less than half lead acid ones. Less weight means less drag and so farther range on a full battery and faster top speeds.  Engineer Zhao guesses top speed should be about 50kph (30mph) compared to 30kph (18mph) for lead acid models.

To me, it sounds like the ideal form urban transport: zero emissions, reliable, fast enough to keep up with traffic, and will rarely, if ever, require mains electricity to recharge. In other words, zero cost per kilometer traveled.

It gets better: in much of the US, including California, you don’t need a driver’s license or insurance to drive an electric scooter, and you can drive it legally in bicycle lanes. Of course, few traffic cops know any of these facts. I was pulled over routinely in California, while riding my electric scooter. Eventually, I created a plastic-coated car card with all the relevant clauses of the state traffic code. I’d present it to traffic police, and they’d usually let me head off after a few minutes.

In LA, I drove a Chinese electric scooter upgraded with lithium. Top speed was about 24 mph. Recharging time: four to five hours. As commutes go, my 9-mile trip to work was about as pleasant and relaxing as any could be. Most of my route was along the Pacific Ocean, and then through some of the hipper areas of Santa Monica and Venice. When the roads were crowded at rush hour, I’d switch into the bicycle lane. You can park anywhere on the sidewalk, just like a bicycle.

The biggest hazard is pedestrians. The scooters are so quiet that people don’t hear it coming. I had a few near misses.

I never understood why so few in California ride electric scooters. I never saw another one on the road. California is certainly one of the most environmentally-conscious places on earth. Motorized transport doesn’t get any greener than electric scooters. Zero emissions, zero fossil fuels, zero direct carbon footprint.

Those green credentials were never my main reasons for riding an electric scooter. I liked the convenience, the tranquility, the absence of traffic and the sheer exhilaration of riding it.

Exhilaration, however, is instantly transformed into despair when your battery runs out of juice.  It happened to me a few times, when I miscalculated the range. Open throttle riding, going uphill, lots of stops and starts can all drain the battery rather quickly. The meter showing battery life is, at best, unreliable. When the battery is empty, the scooter will shudder once, then conk out completely.

Run out of fuel with an internal combustion engine, you call the AAA or find a gas station. Run out of electricity with an electric scooter and your only real choice is to push the vehicle home for recharge. I’ve had to do it more than once.

Engineer Zhao’s solar-powered recharger should make that problem less common, if not eliminate it altogether. At worst, if the battery empties, you park it and in daytime, come back in a few hours and drive it away. Limitless range should make for limitless enjoyment.

Yes, but will Engineer Zhao’s machine work? Talking with him, it’s hard not to be confident it will. The solar panels are powerful enough to keep the batteries recharged and light enough not to create a lot of extra drag. The only way to find out, of course, is to get one. I’m thinking now of commissioning Engineer Zhao to build me one, with lithium batteries.

If it works, I’ll help Engineer Zhao get venture capital funding to build his company. My gut tells me I’m not the only one who’d ride around on one, and that there could be a very big market in the US, Europe and China for this solar-charged scooter.

I don’t particularly relish the idea of driving any sort of vehicle on Shenzhen’s streets. Driving is chaotic. Accidents common. Pollution awful. There are no bicycle lanes. But, I’m prepared to put my money – and perhaps my health – on the line to prove this is a vehicle with a future and perhaps even a mass market.

Wish me luck.