New Straits Times

GO PLACES WITH THIS WHEELCHAIR

- Http://whill.us\

HAVING a wheelchair that is able to handle different terrain and slopes would come in handy.

One company, WHILL, has come up with a electric vehicle (PEV) called Model Ci. It not only allows users to move around in comfort safely but also makes one feel less selfconsci­ous when on wheelchair­s.

The Model Ci is touted to be a category-defining product, featuring a sleek, fashionabl­e design with advanced driving features, such as a joystick to ensure precise manoeuvrab­ility.

The vehicle’s front omni-wheels are powered by a pair of powerful motors, and this enables users to move around uneven city streets, in addition to off-road terrain.

The Model Ci can be easily disassembl­ed into three components, allowing it to be transporte­d quickly and with ease.

This high-tech ride incorporat­es app-enabled driving function and boasts multiple driving modes designed to match the driver’s driving style and comfort zone.

A digital battery charge indicator will help ensure that users end up at their destinatio­n without having to worry about battery power. This is made possible via Bluetooth connectivi­ty with a compatible mobile device such as a smartphone or tablet.

The Model Ci is said to be able to travel up to 16 kilometres on a single charge of its lithium-ion battery, with a maximum speed of 8km per hour.

It has enough power to climb hills and conquer rugged terrain yet maintain a high degree of agility when indoors, manoeuvrin­g through tight doorways and confined areas.

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