Washington, DC —Looking for a show-stopping present for that special someone? Love the environment - and your car? Want to know which model year 2017 vehicle has the smallest environmental footprint? This Valentine’s Day, the answers to these questions are revealed in the 20th annual environmental ratings at greenercars.org, released by the American Council for an…
Electric bicycles can be a clean and green method of transportation, and building your own ebike is not only possible, but is also affordable. Micah Toll, the author of a popular DIY electric bike conversion book offers us 6 tips for getting started with building your own electric bike. There s absolutely nothing wrong with using a conventional manually-pedaled bicycle…
Electric go-karts have several clear advantages over their gas-powered rivals, including superior performance, moderate noise, easier maintenance and operation, plus low environmental impact. For these reasons, owners continue to purchase and demand more electric go-karts for their operations. FSIP offers products and support for these electric go-karts including…
Hero Bicycles, India s largest and the world s largest bicycle manufacturer has launched a new range of electric assist bicycles in India. The new range of bicycles will be branded Lectro which is Hero s electric bicycle brand in Europe. These new bicycles will come in a number of different styles and will be officially launched in India sometime in January at a price…
Together with FEV GmbH, Rheinmetall Automotive is currently and successfully testing a range extender developed for electric vehicles. The test vehicle, based on the FIAT 500, has already undergone comprehensive tests at Rheinmetall Automotive. Customer response to tests conducted at various OEMs underscore the targets achieved in the development of this extender…
Putting it together just involves mounting the electric components on the kart chassis; motor, battery, controller and wiring it all up. Motor The electric motor has a face mount where as a standard kart frame has a foot mount for the motor. To mount the motor a 90degree angle bracket was made out of 8mm aluminium plate. One side bolts to the motor, the other bolts…
Bike sizing is one of the most crucial parts of buying an electric bike. Improperly sized bicycles can lead to discomfort, inconvenience, and injury. The worst part about riding a bike that’s the wrong size is that it just isn’t fun. Your electric bike is a big investment, and you should absolutely treat it as such! Knowing the correct bike size before purchase is…
The big race is just around the corner, and more thrilling than the idea of zipping across the finish line is your vision of building and designing your own go-kart. With a newly acquired go-kart frame, you can make both dreams a reality. The large inventory on eBay fills your inner racer s needs with frames sized to accommodate both children and adults. Depending…
When was the last time you let loose? Whether you’re looking for a place to host your next business party or the next afternoon you have free, Thunderbolt Indoor Racing is the premiere place for high-speed entertainment in Richmond. Reawaken your sense of competition. Challenge yourself to reach top speeds. Feel a surge of adrenaline you haven’t felt in years as you…
One of the most popular posts on Gadget Master, over the years, has been the Neuroti-Kart: Home-made electric go-kart. “An exciting way for electrical engineers the world over to annoy their neighbours on a quiet Sunday morning, ” we said. Well, here’s a great resource in a similar vein – a site dedicated to “built-for-fun electric vehicles”. Electric go karts, to…
Experience real head-to-head indoor go kart racing at Pole Position Raceway and discover why indoor go karting is the fastest-growing sport in the United States. If you think this is kids playwell, think again! Our high-performance European indoor go karts are capable of speeds up to 45 mph, and that seems extremely fast when you are sitting just one inch off of the…
For almost a decade, Atlanta has ranked at or near the top of the list for metro areas with the longest average commute time and the worst traffic nationwide. With frustrated commuters looking for better ways to get around the city, it’s no surprise that bicycling in Atlanta is undergoing a revolution. “Biking (in Atlanta) generally has gained a lot of traction in…
Pole Position Raceway offers several racing options. The most-popular go kart racing format is our Arrive & Drive program that allows customers to show up individually or in small groups and race in standard races. These kart races last approximately 10 minutes. Races are available for either adult or youth racing. In addition to the adult karts (56 minimum…
With the best indoor karting in America, K1 Speed Orlando is the place for thrills and excitement at all ages! Open to the public every day of the year, there is no better place to experience wheel-to-wheel racing. After all, our center is safe, convenient, and affordable. Our facility features to distinct race tracks; which allows racers to test their skills on two…
