London-based personal recreation vehicle company D-Fly Group Ltd. has unveiled what it says is the next generation of e-mobility. The electric Dragonfly hyperscooter—developed by a team of award-winning British and American engineers—features patented full-tilt steering and four-wheel dual independent suspension to deliver stability and control even when navigating difficult terrain.
“The urban mobility industry is burgeoning, and we realized a need for a more advanced, high-quality product that would usher in a new era of e-mobility,” said Jez Williman, CEO of D-Fly Group. “With Dragonfly, we are confident that we have created something truly special that will change the way people move around cities and not only today but forever.”
The company pitches the four-wheel electric hyperscooter as the urban mobility equivalent of a supercar with 10-in slick tires and meticulously engineered components. It has a wide carbon-fiber platform to offer stability and safety.
Its patented 3-D full-tilt steering system engages all four wheels at once, syncing with the motions of the rider. The company claims the first-ever dual wishbone suspension too, with the hydraulically damped adjustable deck system providing impressive axle articulation.
The Dragonfly comes in two versions: the urban DF and the off-road DFX. The DF is designed for smooth riding surfaces in urban areas or parks. The DFX has wider fenders and handguards for more challenging terrain—and gets front and rear rack accessories.
Forward lighting is by automotive-grade twin headlights and pulsing LED side-light turn indicators, with the rear featuring an LED light bar with braking and turn signals.
The 18.5-kg (40.8-lb) hyperscooter has a rider-weight capacity of 160 kg (353 lb). It features two 550-W (nominal) motors driving the front wheels to comfortably maintain speeds of up to 25 mi/h (40 km/h). Peak power can be pushed up to 1650 W.
Ride modes are D1 beginner at 15 km/h (9.3 mi/h), D2 intermediate at 25 km/h (15.5 mi/h), and D3 pro at 40 km/h. A 48-V input gives 100% charging of the 25-A·h Samsung-cell lithium-ion battery pack in 3 h for an 80-km (50-mi) range.
The onboard display is a color 3.5-in digital screen that shows speed, trip range, speed mode, light status, and battery performance. Onboard audio includes ride sounds, spoken navigation, and an electric horn via an accessory sound pod.
The hyperscooter is locked by a four-digit pin, with a GPS tracking security system providing an audible alarm if someone tampers with it and detects its current location.
It is fully foldable and can easily be transported. Once folded, it can stand vertically, with a footprint of just under 45 cm² (7 in²).
Dragonfly is available on Indiegogo, with prices ranging from $2398 for the DF and $2725 for the DFX. Shipping to customers around the world is now estimated to be in December.