It is a good idea now wheelchair users, no longer able to drive a car. They do not need to move from the wheelchair. This car is called Kenguru, a vehicle that allows wheelchair behind the steering control. Kenguru is designed as a small electric vehicle agile, quickly accessible from a wheelchair. The designers claim the vehicle's first electric car for wheelchair users.
This car was originally developed by the Hungarian company, Kenguru Services. Designed for six years. Discovered by a lawyer from Texas, USA, Stacy Zoern (wheelchair users) who built the current Community Cars named Kenguru in Pflugerville.
Kenguru only have a single door at the rear of the vehicle for direct access wheelchair. Equipped with a remote control to open the door. The car weighs 350 kg, made of fiberglass. While the empty weight of the battery to 550 kg.
2-kW battery is located on the rear axle. Maximum speed capability of 45 km / h (28 mph), with a mileage of 70 and 110 km (43 and 68 miles). Kenguru positioned for traveling short distances within the city. Style motorcycle with handlebars such as steering, although the version currently on the joystick to control the manufacturing stage.
The price charged, US $ 25,000, but the price can be reduced significantly. This vehicle is planned for launch in the US in 6 to 12 months. Distribution in several European countries began to do. Currently Kenguru are seeking investment through RocketHub to develop a model of joystick control.
This car was originally developed by the Hungarian company, Kenguru Services. Designed for six years. Discovered by a lawyer from Texas, USA, Stacy Zoern (wheelchair users) who built the current Community Cars named Kenguru in Pflugerville.
Kenguru only have a single door at the rear of the vehicle for direct access wheelchair. Equipped with a remote control to open the door. The car weighs 350 kg, made of fiberglass. While the empty weight of the battery to 550 kg.
2-kW battery is located on the rear axle. Maximum speed capability of 45 km / h (28 mph), with a mileage of 70 and 110 km (43 and 68 miles). Kenguru positioned for traveling short distances within the city. Style motorcycle with handlebars such as steering, although the version currently on the joystick to control the manufacturing stage.
The price charged, US $ 25,000, but the price can be reduced significantly. This vehicle is planned for launch in the US in 6 to 12 months. Distribution in several European countries began to do. Currently Kenguru are seeking investment through RocketHub to develop a model of joystick control.
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