What exactly is the XYTE One?
The XYTE One is a three-wheeled enclosed electric scooter/ mini car developed by German startup XYTE Mobility that eliminates the need for helmets during urban commuting. Launched in September 2025 at Munich’s IAA Mobility Show, it combines the agility of traditional electric scooters with the protective features of a small car.
What are the key performance specifications?
The XYTE One delivers impressive performance for urban commuters, powered by a 19 kW electric motor delivering 55 Nm of torque. The top speed is electronically limited to 60 mph.
The 7.6-kWh battery provides up to 70 miles of range on a single charge, which charges from 20-80%, in just over two hours on compatible fast chargers.
What makes the XYTE One safer than regular scooters?
Multiple safety and design features distinguish the XYTE One from traditional electric scooters. It features a full-aluminium unibody structure with a racing-inspired safety cell, a 4-point harness with dual retractors, and electronic lock detection.
Additionally, the three-wheel configuration of the XYTE One further supplements the stability of the scooter over traditional two-wheeled competitors. The braking department features 240-mm hydraulic disc brakes on all three wheels, paired with ABS on three wheels.
The suspension duty is handled by a double wishbone suspension unit and twin vertical shocks for controlled handling, even in adverse conditions.
What drives the design of the XYTE One?
The XYTE One was conceptualised by Dr Wolfgang Ziebart, a veteran of the automotive industry with his experience spanning various sectors of the automotive world and a renowned expertise in mobility solutions.
Designer Erik Goplen shaped the vehicle’s distinctive aesthetic, integrating style, practicality, and protection of the car into a cohesive utilitarian design suitable for urban usage.
The Design itself is not unique to the XYTE One; a couple of months back, another German manufacturer introduced a very similar model dubbed the BMW Vision CE. A company where designer Eric Goplen spent 20 years of his career before co-founding XYTE.
Can you really ride without a helmet?
Yes, this three-wheeled electric scooter/micro car is initially bound for the European market and is eligible for European class B classification, which means this unique vehicle can be lawfully operated without a helmet.
