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Is the Infinite Machine P1 the Tesla Cybertruck of the scooter world?

New York-based firm Infinite Machine creates a 16bhp electric scooter that costs $10k and looks rad

Published: 18 Jul 2024

How do you cause a stir in the automotive world these days? Why, just mention the Tesla Cybertruck of course. And it would seem the same is true for the two-wheeled world, as evidenced by this here scooter.

This here scooter is the Infinite Machine P1, and we’re told that it’s the result of brothers Joe and Eddie Cohen’s (the Cohen brothers, if you will) “dissatisfaction with existing two-wheel electric vehicles”.

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The futuristic design apparently takes inspiration from “brutalist architecture, consumer technology and artists like Donald Judd”, and we're definitely seeing links to Tesla’s big shiny pickup truck too. It uses anodised aluminium body panels over a powder-coated steel chassis, and there’s a removable 3.2kWh battery pack that can be recharged using a standard wall socket.

The P1 (wonder if McLaren will have anything to say on the name) packs an electric motor with a peak power output of 16bhp, with the Cohen brothers claiming its resulting 55mph top speed and “lightning quick acceleration” give it best-in-class performance. Worth bearing in mind that in the US where this thing was born, you’d need to prove that you have a motorcycle licence to unlock that top speed via a software update. If you don’t, you’re limited to 30mph.

Still, a fully charged battery apparently provides up to 60 miles of range in a city, and the waterproof touchscreen runs wireless Apple CarPlay. There are cameras mounted front and rear too “for theft prevention, safety, and content creation”.

An app lets you track the scooter and lock/unlock it remotely, while a modular storage system can add extra cargo space (there’s a decent amount under the seat as standard) or can be used to attach loudspeakers. Heck yeah.

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“Our mission is to inspire a post-car future by building the best alternatives to cars,” says Joe Cohen. “That starts with P1. We are excited to open Batch II up as we gear up towards production.”

Yep, this is now the second round of sales for the P1, with deliveries scheduled for US customers in 2025. Oh, and it ain’t cheap – the fancy First Edition will set you back $10,000. Still, cheaper than a Cybertruck.

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