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Retro Thing reports that Vespa is testing two
different hybrid/gasoline scooters in Milan, including the Vespa LX 50 pictured here. According to the site, the
scooter can charge its batteries from the gasoline motor, while the electrical battery can be charged via a standard
European plug outlet. The combination of the gas and electricity reduces gasoline consumption by up to 20 percent.
Plus, via the hybrid feature, the bike can operate in the electric-only mode in such areas such as
tunnels, where fumes would be bothersome. Here's the
official
company release, translated (not always so easily) to English.
