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The Hindu : The Scooty has been a beloved vehicle that has also been around for a long time. With time, it has evolved from the two-stroke it used to be to an almost 100cc four-stroke. Though the design has been worked on and modified, the feminine appeal remains. This year, TVS is going to launch several new models among which, is the new-gen Scooty. Most manufacturers are pumping up the displacement levels on their vehicle in order to feed the testosterone-driven population. TVS is unique as unlike the rest, it is offering a product that will appeal to one’s head and a few feminine hearts. Called the Teenz EV (EV stands for Electric Vehicle); the new-gen Scooty is the small scoot with a big name. The Teenz EV pushes itself and the rider forward with its 800W hub-mounted motor rated at 500 rpm powered by four 12V/ 20Ah batteries situated under the seat. Though this engine puts out 3.4 kgm of torque it does not result in as much pulling power as one would expect. Even riding solo, crossing intersections needed a lot of planning; looking several glances back and forth, and on one occasion, I even did a little legwork to avoid a car that didn’t slow down.A switch that changes the battery range between high, medium and low is located where one would find the starter on a more conventional motorcycle. This can be confusing, especially for people used to the TVS’ ‘power’ and ‘economy’ modes.Different rangesThe Scooty had different ranges instead of modes and these work in a contrary manner; high range means least power. High range on the EV takes it to a speedo-indicated top speed of 20kph. Medium range can push you to approximately 30kph, and you could choose to top out at 40kph in low range. Staying in high range will see you through a respectable 50km on a full recharge…More