This escooter can recharge without a mains connection

This scooter doesn't need to be plugged into an electrical outlet to charge its battery. — Jiangsu Snail Zhixing Technology

Imagine an electric scooter that never needs to be plugged into the mains, yet lets you ride with complete peace of mind day after day. That’s precisely the concept behind this new device from China, which runs exclusively on solar energy.

The Chinese group Jiangsu Snail Zhixing Technology has developed a new type of electric scooter that is literally covered in solar panels. The look may not be to everyone’s taste, but the concept could prove incredibly effective.