Brutal eco-vehicle: Indians build cabin tricycle with 400 km battery

A tricycle that looks like a racing car and accelerates as quickly as a motorcycle: That sounds like an extraordinary mix. With the “Bad Boy”, an Indian start-up wants to bring just such a vehicle onto the market.

With the “Bad Boy”, an Indian start-up of the same name is bringing a breath of fresh air into electromobility, because the futuristic three-wheeler combines the best of two worlds: the streamlined design of a high-speed motorcycle meets the look of a racing car. With an acceleration from zero to 100 km/h in under 4.5 seconds and a Top speed of 200 km/h The vehicle should offer a combination of sustainability and driving pleasure, as reported by the website DriveSpark.com, among others.

Bad Boy: E-trike with an interesting design and decent range

The Bad Boy presents itself as a three-wheeled vehicle with a narrow, aerodynamic shape and a lightweight frame. The construction is designed for agility and driving control, especially when cornering. A special feature of the model is that 45 degree tilt mechanismwith which the vehicle leans into curves similar to a motorcycle. In combination with the electric drive, this should create a special driving experience and also enable emission-free mobility.

With a range of Up to 400 kilometers per battery charge The Bad Boy positions itself as a suitable vehicle for both longer distances and shorter journeys. The dimensions – 1,400 millimeters wide, 1,200 millimeters track width, 2,800 millimeters wheelbase, 4,000 millimeters length, 1,200 millimeters height and 180 millimeters ground clearance – underline the compact design of the tricycle. The turning circle of 4,590 millimeters should also make the vehicle usable in different environments, from city traffic to rural roads.

Possible uses of the electric tricycle

The Bad Boy is designed to suit different riding needs, with a seating setup that allows two people to sit either tandem style or side by side. This means that the vehicle appeals to all users who value an electric drive a special design preferred.

The electric drive, the tilt mechanism and the unusual design set the Bad Boy apart from other trikes. It is intended to serve as an alternative for drivers who can afford an individual and environmentally friendly vehicle with sporty driving performance wish. A price as to whether and when the electric tricycle will come onto the market in this country is not yet known.

If you don’t want to wait, the equally sporty Omotion II tricycle from Sweden is already available. According to the manufacturer, it can be driven anywhere in Europe. Its range is 150 km and the top speed is 110 km/h. The basic version of the speedster should cost around 15,000 euros.