cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/7654367

https://vhelio.org/

I personally think it could be a great alternative to cars and bikes for those who need to take a whole family somewhere or a decent amount of stuff.

Only modifications I would make would be ride-by-wire and an extra set of pedals (so you can have two people pedalling without the annoyance of normal tandem bikes having to pedal at the same rate), and a more powerful motor (only 250W is legal in France, where this was designed, whereas 500W is legal here in Canada)

    • keepthepace@slrpnk.net
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      1 year ago

      The displayed configuration is one driver, one passenger and normally 1 to 2 kids, but the kids seats can be replaced by a cargo area.

      • skyfaller@slrpnk.net
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        1 year ago

        Could a “frunk” (trunk in front of the driver) help protect the driver’s legs? Not big enough to block vision, just big enough to hold some bags.

        • keepthepace@slrpnk.net
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          1 year ago

          Oh yes, many people mentionned that there is a huge need to change the fact that any collision will result in either broken legs or shredded pedestrians. Some sort of bumper is needed. Could be a light body or a frunk. The design is opened though and I know of two forks already, so feel free to experiment!