Scooter Commuter News

The promise of high gas mileage is bringing car owners into scooter showrooms. Scooter sales surged 65% in the third quarter of 2005 as gas prices started to skyrocket, and increased by 18% overall, according to an article by Rick Popely that appeared in the Baltimore Sun online. To read the article go to http://www.baltimoresun.com/news/nationworld/bal-te.bikergas18jun18,0,3709442.story?page=1&coll=bal-nationworld-headlines.

DuPage Honda-Yamaha in West Chicago, IL sold out their scooter stock last summer. "Nobody cared what the price was," said sales manager Tim Fritz, adding that sales have stayed strong. He believes baby boomers' disposable income fuels the interest sparked by high gas mileage.

"The motocycle buyer just wants to get out on the road and let the wind blow through their hair," he said. While the Easy Rider mystique hooks many motorcycle and scooter buyers, he noted the high mileage can seal the deal when its time to sell the spouse.

Whether you're looking for a way to express your wild side or are tired of feeding the gas pump, scooter owners enjoy the best of both worlds. Visit us at Scootertronics at http://store.scootertronics.com/. We offer a complete line of gas-powered and electric scooters at very affordable prices and can help you find the perfect ride.