Piaggio has presented its new MP3 Hybrid at the motorcycle show, Eicma, in Milan. This is a special motorcycle equipped with a hybrid system, destined for the urban motorcycle market. With plenty of development and research going into alternative and ecological motorcycles, this important urban sector could soon see a revolution.
The MP3 Hybrid is not simply a scooter with two engines, but a new advanced system of integrated engineering of a thermal engine with low environmental impact, and a zero-emission electric engine.
Both the systems have positive aspects along with some faults that are often complementary. Combustion engines have better range and power but give off emissions, while electric engines are environmentally friendly, but have limited range and speed.