by Randy Boyd | Mar 11, 2024 | POSITRON
Three-wheel electric scooter provides clean, sustainable solution for at-track mobility.
Trikke Professional Mobility is proud to announce a new partnership with NTT INDYCAR SERIES for the 2024 INDYCAR season, which revved up on March 10 at the Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg presented by RP Funding on the Streets of St. Petersburg, Florida.
For its part, Trikke will be a Supplier Partner of INDYCAR for the eighteen events that make up the season, including the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach, the Big Machine Music City Grand Prix in Nashville, and the 108th running of the Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge.
“We are thrilled about this new partnership,” said Gildo Beleski, CEO of Trikke. “As the top racing series in the USA, the NTT INDYCAR SERIES enjoys a great reputation and a high level of respect from the public, what with its tradition and vast history. Trikke gets great exposure to its target markets of law enforcement, security and government. Now, at every venue, INDYCAR will work with local authorities who’ll see firsthand professionals who have ‘the coolest vehicles’.”
As part of the deal, Trikke will supply INDYCAR with its top-of-the-line model, the Positron 72V XL, which will help staff members navigate the various terrains, obstacles, and challenges that come with staging large events. Interestingly, Beleski notes, it was INDYCAR that first saw the Trikke’s potential for its organization.
“Their administration was looking for a new way to improve mobility for the staff on the ground,” said Beleski, “something that would be fast, safe and easy to operate, with high maneuverability, a low footprint, and easy to store and transport between races. They found out about Trikke and requested a demo. We provided one sample and they fell in love with it, saying it was the clean, green solution they’d been looking for.”
In exchange for the Positrons, Trikke’s logo will be included on all INDYCAR mobile transporters and digital assets where supplier partners are highlighted, in addition to acknowledgment as a supplier partner during races on INDYCAR radio broadcasts.
“We are pleased to be a part of this collaborative effort with Trikke,” INDYCAR Senior Director, Safety and Security Mike Bates said. “As we began searching for a new and mobile way of assisting our team, we learned that we needed three things: convenience, speed and the ability to travel on different terrain. Trikke satisfied those needs and many more. We look forward to going into the 2024 season with Trikke Professional Mobility.”
The Trikke Positron 72XL takes a break, along with a worker, at the 2024 Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg.
“As soon as we unloaded the first electric scooter, we knew we had found the right partner,” INDYCAR Fleet Manager Todd DeNeve said. “Their expertise and service are clearly industry-leading but it’s their efficiency and eye towards sustainability that set them apart. ”
Trikke Professional Mobility manufactures three-wheeled electric scooters designed for use in a variety of commercial, industrial, and law enforcement settings, including city streets, airports, warehouses, and shopping centers. Developed by Trikke Tech Inc., a California-based company founded in 2000, the vehicles are designed to offer a more efficient, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly alternative to traditional modes of transportation.
The 2024 NTT INDYCAR SERIES season begins Sunday, March 10 at noon ET. Coverage will be available on NBC and Peacock with a Spanish language version available on Universo. Audio coverage is provided by the INDYCAR Radio Network on SiriusXM channel 218 and the INDYCAR App powered by NTT DATA.
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by Randy Boyd | Feb 7, 2024 | POSITRON
Plus, how one scooter stands tall above the rest
Electric scooters are having their moment in law enforcement as more and more police departments adopt them. However — in our humble opinion — no scooter is better suited for community policing than the Trikke Positron, our personal mobility vehicle designed specifically for law enforcement applications.
Meet the Positron: the best option for patrolling on an electric scooter.
The Positron’s three-wheel design gives patrol officers enhanced stability and maneuverability. Its electric motor allows for silent and emission-free operation, making it ideal for navigating crowded, urban environments without causing noise pollution.
Here now, a look at the benefits of electric scooters in general and the Trikke Positron in particular:
Mobility: Electric scooters, especially three-wheel models like the Positron, can navigate through narrow spaces and crowded areas better than traditional patrol vehicles.
Cost-Effective: Electric scooters, including the Positron, are generally more cost-effective than larger patrol vehicles. They have lower maintenance costs and are energy-efficient, contributing to potential cost savings for police departments.
Community Engagement: Electric scooters enable officers to engage more closely with the community. Notably, the Positron’s tall platform provides a more visible and approachable presence, helping to foster positive interactions between law enforcement and the public.
Environmental Impact: Using electric scooters like the Trikke Positron aligns with efforts to reduce the carbon footprint of law enforcement agencies. They produce fewer emissions compared to traditional gas-powered vehicles.
The continued adoption of electric scooters, such as the Positron, by police forces reflects the trend towards more sustainable and community-oriented policing while offering law enforcement a versatile and efficient means of patrolling urban environments and promoting positive interactions with the community.
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by Randy Boyd | Dec 28, 2023 | POSITRON
Get to know the perfect community policing solution for law enforcement departments coast to coast.
The Positron 72V XL is our heavy-duty patroller, featuring high-torque motors and larger wheels for improved performance on all surfaces, including hills and unpaved terrain. Our top combo model offers a taller stance and faster speed. It’s also the perfect vehicle for carrying heavier loads. Click here for more info, check out the Positron’s supercharged specs below, and contact us for demo or more information today.
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by Randy Boyd | Oct 19, 2023 | Defender, POSITRON
Campus community policing reinvented with the Trikke Positron and Defender.
Schools of higher learning are getting smarter about transportation mobility for their police departments. Case in point: the number of colleges and universities now deploying security Trikkes. From Berkeley to Yale, the electric-powered, three-wheel personal mobility vehicles known as the Trikke Positron and Trikke Defender are rolling along campus corridors, providing a more efficient way to keep students, faculty, staff and visitors safe and secure within their college community.
“With a Trikke, you’re just cruising right through the environment and covering a lot more area with a lot less energy,” says Captain James Smith, Jr., of the Dallas College, El Centro Campus Police Department in an article for Police1.
Located in downtown Dallas, the El Centro Campus is the prime example of a sprawling campus, with many buildings spread over several, non-contiguous city blocks and interspersed with non-collegial structures and life. Perhaps that explains why the department cites the Trikke’s speed and agility among the many benefits gained from deploying a dozen Positrons.
“Our mobility on the Trikkes makes us a lot more mobile and our response a lot faster,” says Captain Smith. While the police departments at universities such as Duke, Tulane and Xavier have acquired the Positron, some colleges — such as Texas A&M and Pensacola Christian Academy — have opted for the Defender. Either way, with either vehicle, more and more colleges are making the grade and switching over to Trikkes, and Gildo Beleski, Trikke CEO, thinks he knows why:
“College campuses offer a unique challenge with a combination of terrains to navigate: parking lots, streets, lawns, sidewalks, walking paths, unpaved trails, indoors,” says Beleski. “With personal mobility vehicles, it’s possible to rush directly to the scene without facing the hurdles and obstacles police cars face, like street access, traffic, and parking.”
Earning the vehicles extra credit: security Trikkes are striking and inviting when it comes to appearance, making campus community engagement easier for the officers riding tall on their three-wheel platform.
“It’s a good PR tool,” says Captain Smith. “A lot of people are curious and will say, ‘It looks cool – can you gimme a ride?’ or they’ll ask, ‘What is this device, and what are you doing, and how does it work?” People will even ask for pictures with the officers on their Trikkes, which Smith will accommodate – with appropriate restrictions and safety measures, of course.
Security Trikkes: making a big difference and good impression at whatever college they attend. Go here to learn more about Trikke Electric Patrol Vehicles, or go here to schedule a demo.
List of U.S. college and university police and security departments using the Trikke Positron or Defender:
- Univ. of California, Berkeley
- Univ. of California, San Francisco
- Clark Atlanta University
- Dallas College
- Duke University
- Georgia State University
- Georgia Tech University
- LSUHSC New Orleans
- Miami Dade College
- Norfolk State University
- North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University
- Univ. of North Texas, Dallas
- Pensacola Christian Academy
- Ringling College
- Savannah State University
- Solano Community College
- Texas A&M
- Tulane University
- University of Virginia
- Washington University, St Louis
- Xavier University
- Yale University
by Randy Boyd | Aug 10, 2023 | Defender, POSITRON
Meet the three-wheel, electric vehicle that’s changing the game.
From San Diego to Philadelphia, Trikke Professional Mobility will be showing off its wares over the next few months at trade shows designed for professionals in security and law enforcement.
“This is a great opportunity for people to meet and test-ride our products,” says Gildo Beleski, CEO of Trikke Tech, Inc., the company behind the three-wheel vehicles designed to help improve community policing, patrolling and overall security for a wide range of operations.
The Trikke Defender 48V, Trikke Positron 60V and Positron 72V Elite have been electrifying trade shows for quite some time. Here’s where they’ll be on display next (models vary depending on location):
August 10-13. Philadelphia, PA. The ACA (American Correctional Association) 153rd Congress of Correction at the Philadelphia Convention Center (Booth# 1413)
September 11-13. Dallas, TX. The GSX (Global Security Exchange) Conference at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center (Booth #1413)
September 13–14. Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. The (DLEI) Defense and Law Enforcement Industry Expo at Nutter Field House (Booth #124)
October 14-17, San Diego, CA. The IACP (International Association of Chiefs of Police) Annual Conference at the San Diego Convention Center (Booth #5151)
More trade shows are constantly being added. Go here to see a complete list of Trikke Professional Mobility appearances.
by Randy Boyd | Jul 31, 2023 | POSITRON
Department uses social media to tout the Trikke’s ability to go where standard patrol vehicles can’t.
It’s called the bike unit, but it’s about so much more. That’s because the Cobb County, Georgia, Sheriff’s Department also deploys the three-wheel Trikke Positron in said bike unit; and deputies are “enjoying patrolling on their new Trikkes,” according to the department’s Instagram account.
The unit uses “mountain bikes, Trikkes, and E-Bikes to patrol the parks and roads,” says one post. “This gives them the ability to access parts of the county that standard patrol vehicles could not.”
The Trikkes “also provide a great opportunity to stop and talk with people in the community,” says another post.
Georgia’s third largest county is one of several U.S. sheriff outfits patrolling on security Trikkes, joining California’s Sacramento Co. Sheriff Dept. (used at the Sacramento International Airport), Indianapolis, Indiana’s Marion Co. Sheriff Dept. (used at the county jail), and Louisiana’s Jefferson Parish Sheriff Dept. (used at Louis Armstrong International Airport). Additionally, the sheriff’s departments of Jefferson County in Hillsboro, Missouri, and Richmond City, Virginia, also deploy police Trikkes.
But if you’re in Cobb County, officials would like you to heed this advice: “If you happen to see them out, please stop and say hey. Be warned though, you might be in their next selfie!”
Go here to learn more about Trikke Electric Patrol Vehicles, or go here to schedule a demo.
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