From the Mailbox
 
I received an email from one of my readers, Mike C. who is very interested in a new electric scooter, the VXe, made by a company called Vectrix. In Mike's words:
"I was wondering if you could help get the word out about a revolutionary new EV that will be released in 2006. It cruises at over 60mph and goes up to 70 miles on a single charge—34¢ would be the national average electricity cost. Of course, no noise or emissions...I’ve ridden the VXe and it’s amazing."
According to Mike, the company will not be aggressively promoting their new EV in the US, so availability will be limited.  But, he writes, "they are taking free, no-obligation reservations right now and a strong turnout could make a difference."

It sure looks like the VXe would be a blast to drive on a sunny afternoon!