While the majority of Honda’s sales still come from its ICE-based two-wheelers, the company is intensifying its efforts in the EV market. By 2025, Honda intends to release at least 10 electric two-wheelers worldwide. The EM1 e: electric scooter is one of them; it was introduced at the current EICMA 2022.
Electric Moped is essentially what EM1 stands for, while the e: suffix stands for Honda Mobile Power Pack (MPP). Honda’s forthcoming electric two-wheelers will use the MPP platform, which has removable battery packs and battery switching stations. For its entry-level EVs, Honda is concentrating on comparatively smaller battery packs. These are simple to use and have a sufficient range for daily city sprints.
Honda EM1 e: electric scooter will particularly target younger populations with its tiny, stylish design. The scooter’s curved body panels and smooth edges give it a sophisticated appearance and feel.
Since the scooter lacks any avant-garde or flamboyant design features, it is obvious that it was made for practical purposes. The streamlined instrument cowl, apron-mounted LED headlamp, and rounded rear view mirrors are a few of the standout characteristics.
The Honda EM1 e: electric scooter has a flat floorboard, underseat storage, and a specialised rear rack, all of which allow it to carry a considerable load. On the side panels are folding foot pegs, and the single-piece seat appears to be comfortable. The battery pack is a detachable item that is situated underneath the seat. The battery management system and other related components are probably being held by the floorboard panel because it is quite thick.
Range of the Honda EM1 e electric scooter is more than 40 kilometres. Although this figure looks a little low, it was set that way on design to keep battery costs down. Honda will also develop its battery-swapping infrastructure to address range anxiety. According to the pictures, the Honda EM1 e: has a hub-mounted motor. At this moment, information on the motor and battery capacity is not available. Quality, dependability, and durability have been prioritised during the development of the Honda Mobile Power Pack e. It has undergone testing for a range of circumstances, including humidity, a range of temperatures, impact, and vibration.
In addition to using swapping stations, consumers have the option of charging the battery at home. The list of hardware is fairly simple, including items like a telescoping front fork and dual rear shock absorbers. Honda EM1 e: electric scooter looks to have 12-inch front and 10-inch rear wheels, while other specifics are unknown.
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