LONDON (May 15th, 2012) – Zero Motorcycles, the global leader in electric motorcycle manufacturing, today announced that for the second consecutive year the Zero S has been named as “eMotorbike” of the Year 2012” at Europe’s Clean Week 2020 elections hosted at the Zolder circuit in Belgium. The event, aimed at providing an annual review of future-fuelled, environmentally friendly vehicles, brings together a diverse mix from the motoring and motorcycle industry, energy, technology, public and private sectors, to provide an independent analysis of alternative powered transportation technologies available today.

The 2012 Zero S ZF9, which won the “road” section of the week-long event, is the first production electric motorcycle capable of exceeding 100 miles of range on a single charge. It’s top speed of 88mph, broad torque band and stealthy acceleration, together with brushless motor and regenerative braking allowing riders to recoup energy during deceleration, make it best in class, an opinion shared by the panel of twelve specialist European journalists who tested extensively all the vehicles presented at Clean Week 2020.

Edwin Belonje, Managing Director, Zero Motorcycles Europe, said. “We’re delighted the Zero S has defended its title for a second year running. The Zero Motorcycles 2012 range of electric motorcycles represented a step change, with technology to take the rider further, faster, as well as being designed to exceed the longevity expected of a conventional motorcycle.”

Zero S – European eMotorbike of the year 2012

About Zero Motorcycles
Zero Motorcycles is committed to transforming the motorcycling experience by bringing to market highly innovative electric motorcycles that offer exceptional value and performance. Zero is powered by innovation, driven by passion, guided by integrity, and measured by results. Through extensive research, insight and experience, Zero combines the art and science of motorcycle development to create and manufacture products that excite consumers and inspire brand loyalty. Zero is determined to be the pre-eminent global electric motorcycle company.

Zero Rated World’s #1 Electric Motorcycle Company
The study, called the Pike Pulse Report, evaluated the competitive landscape of the electric motorcycle market and named only one company as the overall leader – Zero Motorcycles. It was based on 12 distinct categories that measured an Original Equipment Manufacturers’ (OEM) ability to compete on a global level. Zero Motorcycles scored higher than many of the major manufacturers within the market including Japanese and European leaders.

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