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Hyundai Group develops e-scooter; new vehicle may make inroads in India

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Hyundai Motor Group has developed a new prototype electric scooter , which might make inroads in the Indian market. The group, which mostly has interests in passenger and commercial vehicles, doesn't have two-wheelers in its global portfolio. Though there is no official communication on this, company sources say that India is an important market and this vehicle will suit Indian roads. The e-scooter will be geared for last-mile connectivity. The latest concept features in future Hyundai Motor Group plans to enable first- and last-mile mobility through integrating the scooter with future Hyundai and Kia vehicles, said the company. The initial concept was presented at CES 2017. The scooter is charged automatically using electricity produced while driving. DongJin Hyun, head of Hyundai Motor Group Robotics Team, said: "This is the vehicle-mounted personal scooter which could be featured in future Hyundai Motor Group vehicles. Our personal electric scooter makes fi