SPIRIT Transport concept
1. Single person vehicle
2. Easy to get in and out
3. Daily range of 20-30 miles
4. Weather proof
5. Easy for other drivers to see
6. Multi-powered: Plug-in, solar, or pedal
7. Luggage space
8. Non polluting
9. Low cost to buy
10. Low cost to travel ( $.00 to .02 per mile)
11. Three wheels, can be registered as a moped
12. Low maintenance cost
12. Narrow enough to travel on shoulder of the road
13. Increased range and speed over bicycles.
14. Two HP motor, 1500 watts.
S = sun
P = powered
I = inspirational
R = rechargeable
I = innovative
T = transport
This is the first prototype that we built with the assistance of high school students.
We are now taking orders for the 2010 SPIRIT. Email me so I can answer any questions that you have.
We decide to paint the SPIRIT the Skowhegan, Maine school colors.
Here the students are trying the pivoting solar panel for the first time.
This is the backbone of the transport; showing the: three wheels, steering, motor and pedals.