eTrikes vs. Other Micro-Mobility Options
You’ve been searching around for the perfect electric vehicle solution. You’ve looked at eBikes & golf-carts and quickly realized that these two options may be too much or too little. There has to be something in between, right? Right!
eTrikeCo’s electric tricycles are unique and appealing because they are new to the United States transportation landscape but not new to the rest of the world. Tuk Tuk’s and Rickshaws have been used for many years in places like India, Asia, Africa and South/Central Americas. They’re practical, safe and provide a fun experience.
Let’s take a deeper dive on why eTrikeCo is the best option for you.
eTrikes generally follow the same rules to ride as eBikes. Ride bike trails and paths, residential streets up to 30mph, bike lanes on any street, and sidewalks.* (can vary depending on jurisdictions)
- 18mph vs. 20mph
- 50 miles of range vs. 30 miles (only throttle)
- Li-ion 60V 35Ah Lithium Battery vs. Li-ion 48V 14Ah Lithium Battery
- 800W motor vs. 749W motor
- 600lb payload vs. 275lb payload
- Average useful life range for an eTrike is similar to a golfcart of about 5-7 years. Can last longer depending on care.
- ETR300 offers more storage and carrying compartments for gear and groceries.
- The ETR300 offers a passenger seat. The Pedego Trail Tracker and most other eBikes don’t.
- ETR300 requires less maintenance. No oily chains or manual gears.
- ETR300 come standard with more safety features like headlights, taillights, turn signals, horn and mirrors.
- More balance than two wheels
- ETR300 has a low step on platform for easy load and offload.
- ETR300 provides more power for more load
- 20mph vs. 19mph
- 50 miles of range vs. 50 miles of range
- Li-ion 60V 50Ah Lithium Battery vs. Li-ion Lead Acid Battery
- 1500W DC motor vs. 2500W AC Motor
- 600lb payload vs. 500lb payload
- The ETR500HT, it’s parts and service are less expensive
- ETR500HT requires less maintenance during its lifespan
- ETR500HT has less overall footrpint offering more places to ride, easier operation and parking.
- ETR500HT uses hand controls and no foot pedals for easiest operation.
- Average useful life range of the ETR500HT is similar to the EZ-GO Express S2 of about 5-7 years. Can last longer depending on care.
- 28mph vs. 20mph
- 75 miles of range vs. 40 miles of range
- 60V105AH LifePo4 Lithium Battery vs. Lead Acid Standard-Duty 6V Acid Battery
- 3000W AC motor vs. 2700W AC motor
- 1500lb payload vs. 1500lb payload
- Carryall’s starting price includes a very limited Utility cart. The ETR300U offers more features at its starting price.
- ETR300U requires less maintenance than the Caryall
- ETR300U has less overall footprint offering more places to ride, easier operation and parking.
- ETR300U uses LifePo4 long lasting batteries vs. Caryall uses heavy and short lasting lead acid.
- ETR300U uses hand controls and no foot pedals for easiest operation.
- Average useful life range for an eTrike is similar to the Caryall of about 5-7 years. Can last longer depending on care.
- 28mph vs. 28mph
- 30 miles of range vs. 30 miles of range
- Li-Ion Lithium Battery vs. Li-Ion Lithium Battery
- 1200W motor vs. 1200W motor
- 350lbs payload vs. 325lbs payload
- ETRiTango doesnt have an oily chain or derailleur
- ETRiTango has anti theft and RSD x SUPER73-RX Malibu doesn’t
- ETRiTango has better stability with three wheel cantilever suspension
- Average useful life range for an eTrike is about 5-7 years. Can last longer depending on care.
We hope this has provided a little education on eTrikes. We know there are a lot of great electric bike, scooter and golf-cart options out there, eTrikes are fairly new to the US and finding the right fit for you can be challenging. eTrikeCo will create a lot of memories for the things you envision like getting some sunshine and fresh air while discovering your neighborhood, running local errands, dropping into the Saturday farmers market, going to the park, viewing your cities art murals and much more!