The Vehicle of the Future | Lit Motors x Wefunder

It's time for society to say goodbye to the inefficiencies of a 4-wheel car.
Compact yet spacious, safely enclosed, and efficient in every aspect-spend less time and money stuck in traffic, and more time things you actually want to do. The Lit Motors AEV is designed to streamline the drive, whether you're commuting to work or a cruising on a weekend joyride.
Drive like a car, ride like a motorcycle: two space satellite gyroscopes located at the base of the vehicle keep the AEV balanced by generating up to 1000 lbs of torque, each!
Founded on the mission to reduce waste, emissions, and commute time, we're here to redefine transportation as we know it.
Head to our campaign on Wefunder to learn more: wefunder.com/litmotors/

[@michael-E617]

Oh I put a $1000 on 2019 prepaid this bike, back then the price was much less than now with $8k tax writ- off for being electric, couldn't wait anymore, and got my money back in 2022, and now the projected price is $32000 with no tax writ- off.

[@stupitdog9686]

This has been "The Vehicle of the Future" since ancient history !!

[@0ricle]

A modern interpretation of the Gyro-X-1967, neat!

[@protectyourprivates300]

Can’t wait for this!

[@lordgodalmigthy]

innovation comes when needed! i think the future of this will come simultaneously when all cars we drive are electric and high tech coz its pointless to ride a basic motorcycle when all cars are high tech already

[@viktorgoa]

this gyro system was developed 10 years ago along with the prototypes. Why is the project is so behind? It's really puzzling

[@litmotorsofficial]

Our most recent blog post goes over this question! We highly recommend checking it out: www.litmotors.com/post/answering-your-questions

[@some1private]

@@litmotorsofficialmaybe a long video about the post would go a long way

[@ricardo.chaverra]

I've always loved the concept, not sure if they are actually back but I like that it resembles the capsule n9 motorcycle a little bit

[@ramblerandy2397]

Been waiting for Lit Motors to finally get this bike to pre-production. Would you want a Livewire [slightly cheaper] or this. I'll take this bike all week long and twice on Sundays. 👍

[@litmotorsofficial]

We've just launched an equity crowdfunding campaign to help move us into production development. We post regular updates on our campaign page, and via our monthly newsletter - we recommend subscribing if you'd like to keep up with the latest! wefunder.com/litmotors

[@viledanew]

11 years later ?

[@okjkl67]

나는 대니얼 당신을 유튜브에서 처음 보고 10년이상 응원해왔습니다. 나는 당신이 너무나 자랑스럽습니다. 언젠가 제가 미국에가면 맛있는삼겹살과 소맥을 대접할게요❤ 꼭 당신의 꿈을 이루게될겁니다!!!😊❤❤❤ I have been rooting for you for more than 10 years since I first saw you on KZbin. I am so proud of you. Someday, when I go to the U.S., I will treat you to delicious pork belly, and somaek hehehe ❤ I believe your dream will come true!!! 😊❤❤❤

[@litmotorsofficial]

Thank you so much for your support and kind words!

[@alexcooper689]

How much energy is used to keep it balanced while parked? What happens if the battery completely dies, does it just fall over?

[@litmotorsofficial]

There will be landing gear to keep the vehicle stationary when parked. There will also be protocols in place so you will be made very aware of your battery life - the chances of the battery dying on you unexpectedly are almost nonexistent unless you deliberately ignore the warnings from the vehicle. In the case that those warnings are ignored, there are soft fail protocols in place to ensure the vehicle lands safely before the battery is depleted. Hope this answers your questions!

[@nycironheaded9035]

Can’t wait ¡!

[@adicahya]

I though you guys are gone... Glad to hear you again

[@litmotorsofficial]

Thank you! We hope you'll check out our Wefunder campaign and spread the word with your friends and family!

[@robertevans2231]

It's been like 8 yrs now has it that we've been waiting? I was investor, but not sure how this will compete when so many other comparably cost evs options out there.

[@litmotorsofficial]

Hey Robert! Thanks for being a longtime follower. Our goal is to create a viable 2-wheel alternative that works for anyone without prior motorcycle experience, bringing together the efficiency of a motorcycle with the safety/convenience of a car. Many people are deterred from motorcycles from an accessibility/safety standpoint, and this is the perfect bridge when it comes to safety, fun, practicality, efficiency, and sustainability! 🙏

[@wallacb2]

Seems super safe. I wouldn't want to be hit by a car let alone a semi while in this.

[@litmotorsofficial]

In the case of side impact, the gyros will transfer roll moments to the gyroscopes instead of the passengers (additionally, the gyros will naturally "push back" with equal force, keeping the vehicle upright). As for getting hit by a semi, that is a risk we all take when we choose to get on the road regardless of vehicle choice. Our goal is to bring the AEV to NCAP homologation safety standards, which are much safer than US safety standards!

[@michael-E617]

You need 5 million, I can't understand why it is so hard to get an investor for this little amount? Keanu Reeves or Jay Lennon both are motorcycle enthusiasts, why don't you give them a call, they can write you a check in no time, maybe even more?

[@peacebuildingnadhiroquendo4908]

I hope u will sell in the Philippines

[@DannyRice01]

What license do you need for it? Car or bike?

[@litmotorsofficial]

The AEV should be classified as an autocycle in most US states and will only require a normal driver's license to operate the vehicle!

[@XKMetralhaDO]

The first airplane clearly is not yours...

[@litmotorsofficial]

Apologies if that part was confusing - we definitely are not taking credit for the airplane, we have the same type of patent that the Wright brothers had, which is absolutely groundbreaking in the context of a car. There hasn't been innovation evolving the 4-wheel car to this extent since they were invented! 🙏

[@burkhardg4095]

What are your three biggest technical challenges currently? ( yes, I checked out your blog)

[@litmotorsofficial]

Thanks for checking out our blog! We have worked through and reduced our technical risks with the help of David Bailey, a world class expert on CMGs/dynamics, and we are now raising to move into production development. The "challenges" there will working out the kinks that naturally occur in any development process, but the technology itself has already been figured out and patented. Hope this answers your question!

[@burkhardg4095]

@@litmotorsofficial Yes, thank you. I pay attention to your concept for more then 10 years. I love it. Escape from the traffic jams in a save body. Thats what the world needs.

[@StevenMillward]

found an article on CNET published on May 30th 2012 showing a Lit Motors prototype. so this isn't realistically going to happen anytime soon if it's already been in the works for OVER A DECADE

[@litmotorsofficial]

Hey there! We have a detailed blog post going over our hiatus, but our founder and CEO was in a motorcycle accident which required a significant recovery period. You can read about it more here! www.litmotors.com/post/answering-your-questions

[@snakeadi]

If you hadn't owned the patent for this.. I would have already had one from a china make. Hurry boys. I need to see a dealership near me.

[@litmotorsofficial]

Our patents protect us through 2039! We have launched an equity crowdfunding campaign if you'd like to check it out - we're raising to help move us into production development with our partners in Germany. Check it out and let us know what you think! wefunder.com/litmotors

[@nycironheaded9035]

I’m preorder lucky number 1007¡!

[@litmotorsofficial]

We're thankful to have you here! 🙏

[@boatman6736]

Think the concept rocks! But while it is trying to hit mid-stream, i think it does the same mistake as the early EVs, it is too boring. Sorry. Would love to see it with way bigger tires. Maybe 285 or 295 wide. Also the cabin ends too abrupt. Why not coupe it. Adding storage at the same time. Then I’m all in :)

[@user-xo9hw5ri7j]

Who will make it first - China or you?😄

[@litmotorsofficial]

We are patent protected through 2039, including internationally!

[@TheBuildoman]

I think this is really cool but could have been out ages ago. Also lit motors is a god awful name.

[@litmotorsofficial]

We experienced a hiatus due to our founder and CEO's motorcycle accident, but we're back with a passionate team and a patent moat protecting us through 2039!

[@tribalypredisposed]

If you wanted to be taken seriously, you would not compare an enclosed motorcycle with a gyro wheel for balance to the invention of flight, the internet, etc. So you don’t want to be taken seriously. Another way to achieve the same thing is to just have three wheels, it still qualifies as a motorcycle for licensing. But lots of people have tried to sell three wheeled cars and not really a big demand for them. Aptera still trying to get enough capital for production after like eighteen years. The big appeal of a motorcycle is the NOT being enclosed part. Otherwise, people can just buy a small electric car. Before you can start selling, Tesla will have one for $25,000.

[@danoflit]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts. I was talking mostly about what country allowed the Idea’s inception and the rarity of our Patent portfolio which is modeled off of the Wright brothers and the Curtis aileron.

[@Neberheim]

The name is enough for me to not be interested. Not sure I trust the decision-making of a company whose name sounds like something a caricature of frat boy would come up with. “It’s gonna be lit boyyyyy!”

[@hyballs]

Been riding motorcycles 58 years. Always thought I would die on a motorcycle sometime. Never thought about riding around in my future coffin. 🙄

[@litmotorsofficial]

Not to be morbid (and with all due respect) - there is always some level risk that we collectively know we're about to take when we decide to get in our cars/motorcycles/preferred mode of transportation everyday. This alternative is much safer than a motorcycle and much more efficient than a traditional car, and we know many people would love to incorporate it into their lives. You may even reconsider when you have a chance to test drive it for yourself! 🙏