According to the Gogoro Inc. press release, the company has revealed its latest flagship model Smartscooter called Pulse. This new addition showcases Gogoro’s dedication to erformance, innovation, and design. It sets a new bar for what customers can anticipate from an advanced and high-performing Smartscooter.
“Gogoro has been widely recognized for its contribution to the transformation of the urban two-wheel industry with its integration of cutting-edge innovation, performance and design that created a smart new electric user experience,” said Horace Luke, founder and CEO of Gogoro. “The Pulse introduces a new and exhilarating Gogoro riding experience that utilizes our latest innovations in electric performance and aerodynamic efficiency with advanced lighting and an immersive interactive user experience.”
Hyper Drive power
At its core is the H1 motor, a newly designed electric engine, and Hypercore, an intelligent system that provides traction control and 378nm of torque to the rear wheel. Additionally, Gogoro has incorporated a hybrid cooling system using both water and air to optimize efficiency. With the Hyper Drive, the Pulse reaches unprecedented levels of speed and power.
- 0-50 km/h – 3.05 sec
- 9.0 kW – Max Power Output
- 11,000 RPM – Max RPM
- 378 nm of Torque – At Rear Wheel
Active-Matrix lighting
The Pulse by Gogoro has a new advanced active-matrix lighting system with 13 independent LED units, creating increased safety and convenience. The lights adjust to the rider’s speed, turns, and weather conditions, extending light for better visibility as speed increases. Active-corner lighting also provides wider bands of light during turns.
“As the global demand for sustainable living and electric transportation equipment continues to grow, Qualcomm Technologies provides smart solutions for two-wheelers and new vehicle classes to promote the transformation of urban transportation. “We are excited to see functions of our Snapdragon Digital Chassis QWM2290 SoC utilized in Gogoro’s latest flagship Smartscooter,” said Laxmi Rayapudi, Vice President, Product Management, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. “We look forward to working with Gogoro to further explore the application of the Snapdragon Digital Chassis QWM2290 SoC for safe and rich digital services, and to establish additional innovation pillars for the micro mobility industry.”
Smart cockpit
The Pulse has a new Smart Cockpit dashboard with a 10.25-inch panoramic HD touch display and Gogoro’s iQ Touch HD user interface. This allows for an immersive and user-friendly experience, giving the rider control. The dashboard features different ride modes, turn-by-turn navigation, real-time traffic info, and GoStation locations. Riders can choose from six ride modes to fit their needs using the dedicated dial on the handlebars.
Scooter Key in Apple Wallet & Apple Find My Integration
Gogoro’s Pulse model now offers the convenience of integrating their scooter key into the Apple Wallet app and utilizing Apple’s Find My feature. This allows for a seamless and secure way to lock, unlock, and start the scooter with a simple tap on an iPhone or Apple Watch. Additionally, riders can easily locate their Smartscooter using the Find My app from Apple.
Availability
The Pulse is expected to begin shipping in Taiwan in late Q2 2024.