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Ex-Tesla Engineer’s Emara Is the EV Bike That Works

Ex-Tesla Engineer’s Emara Is the EV Bike That Works
Michelle Liew
May 20, 2025

The Emara electric motorcycle by Zeno is built for real life, not luxury, and it’s already turning heads across Africa and Asia with its price, power, and practicality.

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Electric vehicles are usually talked about in the context of sleek sedans and futuristic tech, but not everyone needs autopilot or a massive touchscreen. Some people just need a tough, reliable bike that can carry passengers, haul cargo, and save money at the pump. That’s exactly what Zeno, a new startup led by a former Tesla engineer, set out to build.

Their first product, the Emara, is a no-nonsense electric motorcycle designed for riders in Africa and South Asia. It’s not trying to be flashy—it’s trying to work better than a gas bike, cost less, and hold up on roads where potholes outnumber traffic lights. And it’s doing just that.

The Emara electric motorcycle by Zeno is built for real life, not luxury, and it's already turning heads across Africa and Asia with its price, power, and practicality.

Starting at around $1,000 (approx. RM7,050.00), the Emara is cheaper than most petrol bikes. But it’s not just about the price. It carries more, goes farther, handles tougher terrain, and climbs hills without breaking a sweat.

Many people can’t plug in at home, so they simply swap the battery in seconds at vending-machine-style stations—faster than filling a tank with petrol. Riders can even take the battery home and use it to cook or charge their phones.

This approach isn’t about pushing green tech for the sake of the environment—it’s about giving people a better, more affordable way to move. For many early users in East Africa, switching to the Emara meant instant savings and more take-home income. In some cases, riders have seen their daily profits jump by 25% or more, just by cutting fuel costs.

The Emara electric motorcycle by Zeno is built for real life, not luxury, and it's already turning heads across Africa and Asia with its price, power, and practicality.

Zeno is also designing its charging network to grow alongside the bikes. Swap stations are being rolled out in key areas first, with plans to expand rapidly as demand grows. Preorders just opened in Kenya and India, and thousands of riders—from families to ride-hailing drivers—are already lining up.

In a space dominated by high-end EVs chasing wealthy markets, Zeno is flipping the script. The Emara isn’t about luxury—it’s about access. It’s an electric vehicle for people who actually need it the most. And by putting performance and practicality first, Zeno may have quietly created the most impactful EV of the decade.

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