Run it for about 15-35 cents of house current per day!     AND: xBike is entirely  POLLUTION FREE!

 
Cranford, NJ (ACSA Advances Magazine) May 1, 2006 --     Fed up with the price of gasoline heading up over $3.00 a gallon towards the $5.00 mark, not likely to drop anytime soon, industry leading computer maker CompAmerica (http://www.compamerica.com), has added a new product line it does not expect other PC manufacturers to copy: the xBike™.

ORDER ONE:  To pre-order your xBike™, click here.

The Suburban Cruiser™ Plug it in, Charge it up on ordinary House Current, Drive away!  Save thousands on Gas, Insurance and repairs!

    CompAmerica is moving in on the lucrative Personal Transportation (PT) marketplace. CompAmerica indicated it is now offering ten new digitally managed, electronically powered vehicles, called: xBikes™. 

     "Why waste money on Gasoline at $3.00 a gallon or higher for those short trips to the train station or the convenience store, or to pick up at Quiznos?" stated company CEO Dr. Jack A. Shulman.

    "These xBike's simply plug in to your everyday wall outlet. Charge them up in 6 or 7 hours, then drive up to 80 Kilometers (50 miles).  If you only use them 10,000 miles a year, or 200 full charges,  you'll spend about $50 for the electricity.  If you also own an SUV gas guzzler, and get 15 MPG around town like most stop and go drivers, youd save up to 667 gallons of gasoline, worth about $2000 today!  Tomorrow?" he added.  "Further: you'd be reducing America's dependency on foreign oil.  Imagine if 100 million Americans did that: we'd save over 60 Billion Gallons of Gasoline each year!  That would represent a reduction in consumption of well over a Billion Barrels of oil!"

    CompAmerica's  other "TOTALLY GREEN™" products include the DigiMemo (http://www.digi-memo.com), and a line of tiny personal computers and energy star compliant laptops.

    The company indicated that xBikes™ do not run on gasoline, they are electric. They are equipped with built in electronic controls that charge by plugging the xBike into any home or office power outlet using a standard three prong safety plug and AC line cord.  They can be conveniently charge over night or during a work day, and then can be used "for all kinds of errands or commuting", safely and with very little training.  The larger "no-pedals" versions are designed to protect a rider at speeds up to 48 miles per hour (where States allow), while the "pedal plus assist" versions have extended range, and operate like an ordinary bicycle, with the motor smoothing the hills out and increasing distance and speed. Emergency power packs are also available and can be stowed safely in a compartment on the xBike.

    While they usually aren't used that much at night, xBikes™ have full lighting, and may also be run in rainy or other inclement weather, without fear of damage. Many states require bikers to wear a safety helmet, available for order with the xBike™.  CompAmerica also indicated that any landlords interested in equipping parking areas so their tenants' employees, and employers, can charge up their xBikes™ while at work, can contact CompAmerica at 888-275-2771 for a consultation on how to do so easily and without excessive cost.

    Popular in the far east, Personal Electronic Bikes are just entering the US Market, said the company.  CompAmerica indicated it is soliciting dealers at bike shops and motorcycle companies.  It expects them to become very popular, they might eventually outnumber automobiles on metropolitan streets. An "Extended Carry All shopping rack" will be available for serious shoppers, to allow them to carry 20-40+ pounds of gifts and groceries. The ECA can either attach permanently on the rear, or can run from a small hitch, with a third wheel.  A "dual power" version is anticipated in 2007, that will extend the range and carry capacity even further.

    "Today, we build them in Asia, for now.  Tomorrow, we hope to build them in the USA as the popularity ramps up." said a company spokesperson. The company's most advanced model, the Cruiser, is depicted to left.

    A spokesperson indicated CompAmerica is aiming "xBikes™ at auxiliary transportation uses: for shorter trips around town, to the mall or to a nearby job".  CompAmerica believes the average suburban or urban driver will buy and use an xBike™ to save on fuel and on wear and tear on their car. The company indicated it also believes the xBike™ could bring about major environmental improvement, by offsetting as much as 75% of all short hop travel. 

    "The reduction of automobile use in short hops, would drastically reduce heat contributing to global warming, and could all but eliminate smog from urban areas." suggested one spokesperson. "Electricity to charge the xBike™ batteries still has to come from somewhere, but at thousands of times less impact than petroleum gasoline powered cars."

    "Why a Computer Company?" asked one prospective buyer.  For many years, now, CompAmerica has made computer controllers for the transportation industry, so-called industrial kioskpcs (http://www.kioskpcs.com). Over time, it and its industrial partners have built more and more parts, until one such partnership produced the first fully electronically controlled, power efficient electronic bicycle (the forerunner of the cricket below).  So, with the advent of high gasoline prices this year, it just seemed a natural for CompAmerica to begin master distribution of these remarkable, fuel saving xBikes™...  Here is the product line.

CompAmerica's 2006 xBikes™  Personal Transporters™ powered by clean, cheap electricity  ORDER ONE:  To pre-order your xBike, click here.
The Cruiser™	The Tracker™	The Easton™	The xTra™	The Tron™
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$799	$899	$799	$799	$899
The Trailblazer™	The Cricket™	The Aristocrat™	The American™	The Mantis™
$799	$499	$599	$699	$699
		The Edison™   The Folding Electric Bike  $899
The Victory™	The Galactica™
$799	$959
(other models and custom designs available by request)

    An xBike™ charge for 20-30 miles, costs only about $.12 or less.  Today, that amount of gasoline would cost between $3 and $9 depending upon automobile. xBikes can also be charged by house power derived from solar or wind sources, said the spokesperson. In addition to costing less to power, the new bikes are easy to repair.  Spare wheels can be popped in and out of them in under 10 minutes, and the durable motor has an estimated 10 year lifespan.  Batteries are easily swapped, and brakes need replacement beyond the expected lifespan of the bike itself.

    The new xBike is powered by easily replaceable, rechargeable batteries that can plug into any house outlet: hence the name "xBike™". xBike's ordinarily seat one rider. They recharge overnight or while at work.  xBikes™ have a maximum velocity/ranges of from 20 to 30 miles depending upon model, between charges. xBike™ Batteries have an average expected lifespan of 1-2 years before replacement and are relatively inexpensive.  xBike's™ have a maximum speed of from 20 to 48 miles per hour.  CompAmerica indicates it sets maximum speed to comply with local and federal law.  xBikes™ are rugged and long lasting, costing only a few cents to charge, versus the $3-10 worth of gasoline (and rising) each charge usage saves.  With a sticker price as low as $499, the stylish xBikes™ pay for themselves many times over in fuel cost savings. An optional annual maintenance program is also available, to insure long life for an xBike.

A New Vehicle Category The electric (or electric-assisted) bike (or "xBike™") is an emerging new category of vehicle. Its design is based on the principle of augmenting, in the case of "electric assist", and/or replacing human power in the case of "power drive". The bikes we carry are of advanced design but proven and fully consumer-ready. New models have been specifically developed for the North American market. The potential market is amazingly broad, uses quite varied designs, and owner satisfaction has been exceptionally high, higher than for their primary 4 wheel vehicles.  CompAmerica's xBike™ is available in "power drive" (eMo Scooter) and "electric assist" (eMo Ped) formats.  Typical eMoScooter xBike "no pedals" POWER DRIVE Powered completely by electricity, this version has a typical 20-40 mile range and varies from 18 to 48 miles per hour. Typical eMo Ped xBike "see: pedals" ELECTRIC ASSIST Powered by pedaling and assisted by electric motor, this version has a typical 20-25 mile range plus pedal distance, and varies from 5 - 25 miles per hour. The eMo Scooter xBike is visibly different in that it looks more like the Vespa Motor Scooter or a small motorcycle.  Because it is fully Electric Powered, it is street legal in most states, but in some may require registration at either the state or local level (depending upon where the law goes in the future, so check with your local police's public information line and ask about 'fully electric powered' electronic bikes).  The eMo Ped xBike is similar looking to any original Moped, but is also Electric Powered, except for the fact that it is electric "assisted", you can pedal it, it is somewhat lighter weight, and has extended range. The electric bike's ability to level out hills, cruise quietly with a minimum of fuss and perspiration, while providing an appropriate level of exercise in either case, is convincing many that there exists a more attractive choice than the pedal-only bicycle, bus or car for errands, commuting or sheer rider enjoyment. The electric bike is designed to be near-maintenance free. It costs no more than a quality pedal-only bicycle. The law regards it as a non-motor vehicle, and, in essence, as a bicycle. Read what Washington State law stipulates. Federal law in the U.S. (PL 107-319) and Canada, as well as some state laws and local ordinances are similar. Read what California State Law stipulates.  Note that the electronic motor scooter (eMo Scooter) may be subject to registration and insurance in certain states because of its higher speed potential, even though it is inherently more stable than an eMoPed.

 CompAmerica indicated that for a limited period of time, xBikes™ will come with a coupon rebating one year's insurance coverage in any states ultimately requiring such insurance and registration.  It indicated that xBikes™ can be driven in most states on roadways, parking lots, some public parks, and where-ever else permitted, as well as in Canada, Mexico, Central, South America, and the Caribbean Island nations.  Fixed rate leasing is available with auto-renewal and replacement by a next year's model on an annual or semi-annual basis.  CompAmerica also indicated it was intent upon offering a "fully enclosed model" for use in "intemperate climates", as well as "a two-seater, eventually".

    CompAmerica indicated that xBike's™ are fully "DoE Energy Star Complying", "Green Products", meaning that they do not pollute, have no emissions (unlike gasoline driven vehicles), are easily repaired, and can lead to "thousands and thousands of dollars in savings over driving the family car for short trips, where mileage is the worst!".  Use also reduces mileage, wear and tear on the owner's primary motor vehicle, said the company.

    xBike™ spare parts, tires, replacement batteries and xBike™/PT paraphernalia will be able to be purchased in addition.  For more information, please contact CompAmerica's xBike sales personnel.  Dealer inquiries welcome.

    Due to the unusually high demand in advance of availability, CompAmerica is reserving orders using a first come first served order processing system.  To pre-order your xBike™, click here.

    CompAmerica is located at 6 Commerce Drive, Suite 2000x, Cranford, NJ 07016.  908-931-1200.

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** NOTE: Maximum xBike speed may be set by manufacturer to the legal limit for your state or area! Do not exceed the speed limit
         in your state.  To find out more, consult with your local municipality or state motor vehicle or transportation agency!