People with reduced mobility have to always go that extra mile, whether it is doing their daily chores or having an adventurous weekend with buddies. Every little thing that helps them lead a normal life is a god sent blessing, and we can’t thank inventive creators enough who put a lot of thought behind these useful products. Exotek has taken the onus of bringing uninterrupted adventures to people with mobility issues with an all-terrain vehicle that’s tailored for people who are wheelchair ridden.
Meet the Exoquad V2, designed to bring the freedom of traversing the city’s outer limits without any apprehensions of safety or restrictions. The new model builds on the kinks of the previous one, offering Outdoorsy users a better way to commute even without assistance. The all-terrain electric vehicle comes with little visual modifications, but at its heart, the compact ATV has improved features that make it an even better proposition. The best of them, the special mount on the rear now lets you carry the wheelchair without any worries.
Designer: Exotek
Founded by outdoor enthusiasts Mattias Storvestre (flight mechanic and CAD designer) and Sigurd Groven (a physical therapist), the ambitious Norwegian startup has a core belief that just because you are restricted to a wheelchair doesn’t mean you should be limited to using just a wheelchair. In fact, Groven suffered from a T1 spinal cord injury while mountain biking, which left him with unsatisfactory outdoor mobility options. That prompted the design of the first-generation single-seater Exoquad, and now the V2 version allows the buyer to go for the two or four-hub motor option. Depending on the variant chosen, you get the 2WD powered by two 3.5-kW rear hub motors churning out 140 lb ft torque, or the 4WD version that has 60 Nm/44lb ft torque.
The new one tips the scale at 99 kg as it has fewer connecting points, resulting in a durable frame, and the sidebars are now placed at the bottom. The footrest on the vehicle is welded to the frame and is now one large section. The footrest and the side bar make up for the section that is used to attach a snowplow or a trailer via a trailer hitch. Yes, you can tow a lightweight trailer or snowplow, depending on the season and needs. Taller riders will find the V2 more comfortable thanks to the five-centimeter extension. This improvement is done without adding to the overall width and length, making it relevant for loading in an MUV or a trailer. Headlights are upgraded with a dual LED light setup for better visibility during night drives.
Tires on this one are more voluminous, treads have larger knobs, and the sidewalls are reinforced with more protection for puncture proofing. The stopping power also gets an upgrade in the form of Tektro T-split brakes, and the inclusion of a handbrake makes it convenient for riders to stop on slopes temporarily. Battery power is beefed up with better performance courtesy of Altium, a Norwegian manufacturer. Since there is more room in the cockpit, the user can choose to store an optional battery in there as well. The on-board 48-volt Li-ion battery ekes out a total range of 50 km on a single charge, which is impressive. The vehicle reaches a top speed of 4 mph in the 4WD variant and 9 mph in the 2WD option.
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