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Man of Many
12-07-2025
- Automotive
- Man of Many
In a Curveball, Audio Brand ‘Teenage Engineering' Launches an Electric Scooter
By Dean Blake - News Published: 12 Jul 2025 |Last Updated: 10 Jul 2025 Share Copy Link Readtime: 2 min Every product is carefully selected by our editors and experts. If you buy from a link, we may earn a commission. Learn more. For more information on how we test products, click here. Teenage Engineering, the Swedish design-first audio brand that brought us the incredible OP-1 synthesiser and TP-7 personal recorder has decided to do something completely different for its latest outing: partnering with Swedish bike-brand Vässla to create the EPA-1, an electric moped. A curveball to the Teenage Engineering faithful, the EPA-1 delivers a roadworthy Class 1 or 2 vehicle, capable of hitting 45 km/h and 25km/h respectively. Each EPA-1 is calibrated before leaving Vässla's warehouse, so what you get is what you get. Vässla CEO Micke Andersson | Image: Vässla 'I have followed teenage engineering for years and am really impressed by how they constantly think innovatively, and develop and design completely unique products. Everything from small synths and speakers to, well, all sorts of things. So I called them up,' said Vässla CEO Micke Andersson. 'We started brainstorming a new moped that would be a bit more than an ordinary moped.' Vässla's EPA-1 | Image: Vässla Vässla's EPA-1 | Image: Vässla Vässla's EPA-1 | Image: Vässla Vässla's EPA-1 | Image: Vässla Vässla's EPA-1 | Image: Vässla The EPA-1 seems to be pretty customisable: with multiple battery options (30Ah will get you around 70kms range, while the 50Ah is more like 100kms), as well as attachable accessories available to build the bike out as you see fit. This is because the bike itself was designed with customisation in mind: 11 reinforced mount points across the body of the moped let Vässla-made modifications, as well as custom-designs, simply screw into place. The bike is launching with five different colourways: black, yellow, white, red and blue. For now, the EPA-1 is available only in Europe, and will set you back around 20,000 Swedish Krona (roughly AUD$4,000)—though were hoping it'll make its way down under before long.
Hypebeast
25-06-2025
- Automotive
- Hypebeast
From Synthesizers to EVs: Teenage Engineering Launches Its First EPA-1 Electric Moped
Summary Teenage Engineering, known for its innovative musical instruments and audio equipment, is venturing into the realm of urban mobility through a new collaboration with fellow Swedish brand,Vässla. Bridging the gap between industrial design and transportation, the partnership introduces the EPA-1 — Teenage Engineering's first-ever electric moped and a striking synthesis of form and function. Short for En Passar Alla ('One Fits All'), the EPA-1 reflects both brands' shared commitment to modularity, innovation, and user-centered design. With a minimalist profile and a customizable frame, the moped features 11 reinforced mounting points designed to accommodate an array of accessories, including cargo baskets, helmet boxes, and passenger seats, allowing riders to tailor the vehicle to their lifestyle. Available in Class 1 (2,600W, 45 km/h) and Class 2 (1,000W, 25 km/h) variants, the EPA-1 offers two battery options: a 30Ah unit with up to 60 km of range and a 50Ah version extending to 100+ km. Both batteries utilize LiFePO₄ chemistry for enhanced safety and longevity, and can be charged on or off the bike. Additional features include NFC keyless start, a theft alarm with automatic wheel lock, LED lighting and both USB-A and USB-C ports. Launching in matte black with more colorways to follow, the EPA-1 is priced from 19,990 SEK (approx. $2,096 USD). For more information, head over to Vässla's officialwebsite.
