Zinc, an e-mobility company, introduces the Venture e-scooter to the UK market.

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Electric scooters are a convenient way to travel around the city. However, they require you to stand for the entire ride. While e-bikes exist, they are generally larger, heavier, and more expensive, and they also require pedaling.

Zinc, a company from the U.K., has created a hybrid of an electric scooter and an e-bike called the Venture. This combines the ease of use of an e-scooter with the comfort and stability of an e-bike. Like an e-bike, the Venture has a height-adjustable seat. Unlike an e-bike, it doesn’t need pedaling; it uses a hub-mounted motor to move.

The Venture has a 250W hub motor that can reach a top speed of 15.5 miles per hour. It takes about four hours to fully charge the battery, which Zinc estimates will provide around 15 miles of range on a single charge.

The scooter has large 14-inch air-filled tires for a comfortable ride and springs under the seat for added comfort, especially on uneven roads. It weighs 17.3 kilograms and includes front and rear disc brakes and LED lights.

The Venture can be folded for easy storage – you can fit it in a car trunk, under a desk, or in a garage. Zinc has priced the Venture at £500, or about $602 USD. It’s likely to be popular among people seeking a comfortable and practical electric scooter in the U.K. once e-scooter regulations are established.

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