A New Green Alternative - Electric Bikes & Scooters

With rising energy prices and increasing awareness ofharmful CO2 emissions.
global warming and it's impact on our environment,At just pennies per charge, the savings can be
consumers are looking for cheaper, greener forms ofsubstantial by riding just a couple miles per day. And
alternative transportation. Unfortunately, their choicesconsidering most people live less than 20 miles from
are limited to a handful of pricey hybrid vehicles thattheir workplace, an electric bike is a great solution for
are far too expensive, or electric cars that arereducing transportation costs. Not to mention they
incapable of meeting their daily transportation needs.make no sound, release no smelly exhaust and are a
With affordable and efficient vehicle technology yearsbreeze for almost anyone to operate. Pedal just like a
away, consumers are considering a new option fornormal bike, use power to assist or run on 100%
short trips and commutes: electric bicycles andelectric power and don't pedal at all. Entry level bikes
scooters.cost just $599, while upper-end models run $2000+
Last year, over 21 million electric bikes were sold inwith top of the line Li-Ion batteries.
China alone. Although the Western World is still farElectric bicycles and scooters are great for people of
behind, a new trend is emerging in Europe and the U.S.all ages. They're perfect for college campuses, getting
as consumers look for more affordable, greener waysaround the city or going to-and-from work. Plus, there's
to get around town. With ranges of 10 to 40 miles perno need to worry about being sweaty or exhausted
charge (depending on the bicycle model andwhen you arrive at your destination. Baby-boomers
technology), electric bikes and scooters providehave been especially fond of these new products
consumers with an excellent eco-friendly alternativewhich allow them to get outside and be active again.
that can help them save on fuel costs without emitting