Eco Factor: Light utility vehicle can be driven by zero emission electric motors and pedal power.
The rapidly increasing urban pollution is a problem which requires attention and demands cautiousness in every step we take. The Road Star-S seems to be an attempt to provide an answer to this problem. It’s a hybrid vehicle, powered by pedal power and an electric motor. In both ways, being a zero emission vehicle, it’s friendly towards the environment. Basically, the vehicle is meant for those who require a transportation medium for their routine rides like to their workplace or for ferrying children to school etc.
The engine is placed in the between the pedals and the wheels, and dual human strength can be derived in order to gain more support. Other than human power, it is propelled by a 400 W electric motor which is supplied energy from a lithium polymer battery situated under the rear seat. Other than the driver, an extra passenger can be accommodated by expanding the folding seat behind the driver seat.
Its small dimensions of 80×240 cm make it less space consuming and can even be driven on bicycle paths. Further, this electric roadster doesn’t require any sort of license and is tax free in most of the European countries.
Via: JamesDysonAward
