Japanese Firm Launches Motor Scooter for Elderly People
Tokyo, Sept. 4 (Jiji Press)--Japanese personal mobility vehicle maker Whill Inc. launched on Tuesday a four-wheeled sidewalk motor scooter for the elderly.
The Whill Model R scooter can make a pivot turn to help users move easily in a crowded or narrow place as its front wheels are able to turn approximately 90 degrees.
(2024/09/04-11:22)
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