Harley Davidson will make electric motor cycles
One of the The most conservative US companies Harley-Davidson outlined a new plan for the next decade, in which will be given an important place by electric motorcycles.
What happened
Harley-Davidson bought a stake in the manufacturer of electric motorcycles Alta Motors. Judging by comments, it will not absorption, and full partnership. AT For 10 years, Harley-Davidson will finance Alta's research department, and at answer will receive both separate technologies and whole models of motorcycles.
Why Harley Davidson Electric Bikes
New times, new ways, everything is simple. AT Last year, the company's financial indicators were the lowest for The last 10 years, because people are The whole world began to choose compact and inexpensive electric bikes instead of expensive and hunting until fuel classics. Therefore, the management of Harley Davidson decided not to play conservatives and announced a new course for the next 10 years. A electric bikes are its important place.
When the first electric HD comes out
Sales of the Harley-Davidson electromotor cycle can begin as early as 2019 year. True, according to they will not be called informal information. HD, and Revelation to share the target audience.
Source: Harley-Davidson