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In the realm of electric vehicles, a British startup named Bo is making a bold move with their latest creation, the Bo Turbo. This scooter is set to leave typical electric scooters in the dust, aiming to reach speeds over 100 mph (160 km/h).
The Bo Turbo, a product of the minds behind Formula One, Nike, and Jaguar Land Rover, boasts a powerful 24kW motor and a 1.8kWh battery. Its design is inspired by Formula One, with twin motors and advanced traction control, making it a true racer at heart. However, it's important to note that the Bo Turbo is not intended for public roads[1][2][3].
The team behind this speed demon includes engineers with experience from Williams F1 and the Bloodhound Land Speed Record project. Guinness World Records has agreed to supervise any attempt by Bo to set a new world record with the Bo Turbo[1][2][3].
Currently, the fastest electric scooter in production is the InMotion RS, with a top speed of 68 mph (100 km/h)[4]. But the Bo Turbo is poised to take the crown, breaking new grounds in the world of electric transportation.
The Bo Turbo is more than just a fast scooter; it's an engineering exercise to grab attention and potentially set a world record. With a price tag of approximately $29,500, it's a significant investment, comparable to a well-appointed Toyota Corolla[5].
Bo's mission is to develop the "ultimate urban vehicles." Despite the Bo Turbo not being suitable for urban mobility due to the unsafe speeds it can reach, the company's previous successes, such as the debut of Bo M: The Ultimate E-Scooter in 2022[6], indicate a commitment to pushing the boundaries of urban transportation.
The U.K. has a rich history of vehicles considered not possible, as cited by Oscar Morgan, a cofounder of Bo[7]. The first Bo Turbo scooter has already been lined up for delivery next year[8].
Erik Shilling, the digital auto editor at the website where this article was published, has reported on the Bo Turbo's development. Prior to joining the magazine, Erik was an editor at Jalopnik, Atlas Obscura, and the New York Post, and a staff writer at several newspapers[9].
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In the realm of technology, the Bo Turbo, with its 24kW motor and 1.8kWh battery, showcases the fusion of automotive and electronic prowess from manufacturers like Formula One, Nike, and Jaguar Land Rover, positioning it as more than just a smartphone or common gadget. The Bo team, which includes engineers from Williams F1 and the Bloodhound Land Speed Record project, are aiming to set a new world record in the realm of electric scooters, surpassing the current fastest, the InMotion RS, with a top speed of 68 mph (100 km/h).
