At the EICMA show in Italy, the Piaggio Group introduced the new Aprilia ELECTRICa project, as well as several updated models in the company?s brand range, including the following:

Aprilia RS 660 ExtremaV7 Stone Special Edition and V9 Bobber Special EditionPiaggio 1Vespa GTV, Primavera Color Vibe, and 946 10° Anniversario

The Piaggio Group said its brands have ?accepted the challenge of a changing world, introducing a vast offer of vehicles capable of meeting any mobility needs.? Pricing and availability dates of the new models have yet to be provided.

2023 Aprilia ELECTRICa Project

Although the Piaggio Group has been working on electric propulsion since 1975 ? including releasing the first hybrid scooter in the world, the MP3 Hybrid, in 2009 ? the Aprilia ELECTRICa project is a new concept for the company. Piaggio says the lightweight electric bike is the company?s response to the changing commuting needs in the world with a nod to ?the thrilling riding experience that only a bike can provide.?
The electric motor on the ELECTRICa is positioned in the center and powers a chain final drive. The bike includes keyless ignition and LCD instrumentation. The aesthetics of the ELECTRICa carry the familiar Aprilia style, especially the modern interpretation of the triple headlamp cluster typical of all Aprilias.

The bike has compact dimensions and a low saddle height, and the company says the presence of both brake controls on the handlebar makes the...