Neuron Mobility develops a new e-scooter based on the principles of automotive engineering, the company said

E-scooter startup Neuron Mobility takes the urban commute experience to another level with its new development of e-scooter. Neuron Mobility claims to put a spin in a basic two wheels, a board, and a handlebar -the scooter’s shape that public knows.

The company, that operates its fleet in big cities in Singapore, Thailand, and just recently in Malaysia, introduces an in-house designed platform based on the company’s operational experience.

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“An e-scooter is no longer a novelty item or a toy; rather it has become a real alternative to urban transportation. Supporting new roles on an old platform is no longer sustainable, and we need to rethink how to maximise operational efficiency in order to be a viable mode of mobility for the public,” said Zachary Wang, CEO of Neuron Mobility.

The new model is said to focus on the ease of maintenance as well as tamper-proofing. It has improved structural integrity made out of aluminum chassis frame that joins two 12-inch wheels together – using a construction method that is more commonly seen in automotive applications – to give commuters an overall smoother and safer ride.

The e-scooter has a modular design that allows damaged modules to be replaced within minutes instead of spending days in the repair shop.

“All of the new e-scooter components may make the scooter seems oversized, but it allows riders to clear curbs, cross potholes, and sustain bumps without throwing their balance off, which is a common problem in many Southeast Asian cities,” said Mohammed Abdoolcarim, Neuron Mobility’s new Head of Product, who’s also the ex-product lead of Apple’s Siri.

Seeking to integrate this new form of mobility service into various cities, Neuron Mobility also developed proprietary software built into the scooter. Riders can use GPS-enabled parking indicator on the scooter’s handlebar display, allowing them to be easily guided to designated parking zones.

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Neuron Mobility calls their new platform a commercial grade e-scooter, designed to comply with PMD laws across Southeast Asia. The new scooter is also built to be adaptable to various road conditions – from paved streets in dense cities, to rougher roads in emerging markets.
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