Micromobility start-up EKRUZER has announced a partnership with TAV Systems that will cover the design, engineering and manufacture of its flagship product, EKRUZER #1 – the world’s first ‘gaming console on wheels’.
According to EKRUZER, the company born out of a passion to bring video games into the real world. Gaming is largely an indoor activity; EKRUZER’s mission is to change that by encouraging outdoor adventures while staying connected to gaming.
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‘I saw how gaming kept people inside and thought, “Why not combine it with outdoor fun?”’ said the company’s founder, known by his alias, Squad Leader.
Founded in January 2024, EKRUZER has brought together engineers, designers and gaming experts from Australia and Southeast Asia. Their mission is to revolutionise urban transportation by introducing gaming elements to micromobility.
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According to the company, EKRUZER #1 is more than just an e-scooter, it’s a next-generation gaming platform on wheels, designed to bridge the gap between virtual play and outdoor activity. It’s set to be the first open-platform, augmented reality (AR) gaming-compatible electric scooter, with a range of more than 200 kilometres – the longest of any micromobility vehicle on the market.
Key features will include: hubless wheels that will provide improved aerodynamics and a distinct visual appeal; the Kontrollor Bar, which blends gaming controls directly into the e-scooter’s handlebars, allowing users to navigate the real world while seamlessly interacting with in-game actions; and high-capacity interchangeable batteries for flexibility and convenience, allowing users to easily swap out for a fully charged unit.
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To bring its ambitious vision to life, EKRUZER has partnered with TAV Systems, a leader in electric powertrain technology. Founded in 2020, TAV Systems specialises in designing innovative powertrains for e-mobility, focusing on delivering high performance and sustainability. With an engineering hub in Adelaide, Australia, and a manufacturing facility in Chennai, India, TAV Systems brings the expertise and technical know-how necessary to ensure that EKRUZER #1 offers not only superior performance but also unparalleled reliability.
‘Partnering with TAV Systems allows us to create a groundbreaking product that will completely change how people experience micromobility and gaming,’ Squad Leader said. ‘EKRUZER #1 is more than just an e-scooter, it is a game-changing platform that blends the physical and digital worlds, redefining outdoor entertainment. Our goal is to encourage people to get out, explore and play, all in one immersive experience.’
‘We are excited to work with EKRUZER and D+I on this incredible new project,’ said Raphael Garcia, research and development specialist at TAV Systems. ‘Our electric powertrains are designed to offer range and performance, and we are confident that EKRUZER #1 will set new standards for urban mobility and gaming. Our design and engineering team has been busy designing and crafting the elements to make EKRUZER the best device in its class, and we can’t wait to showcase this once ready. It will be incredible.’
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According to EKRUZER, safety is at the forefront of its product design. EKRUZER #1 will be equipped with a robust Pack Management System to ensure optimal safety and performance during long rides. Additionally, EKRUZER has integrated an AI-powered Squad Buddy, featuring irregularity sensors to detect and alert riders to any potential issues, such as tyre pressure anomalies or battery irregularities, enhancing rider safety and peace of mind.
Using the EKRUZER App, parents will be able to geofence areas in which the EKRUZER’s gaming technology is operational, to ensure there are no distractions when riding on public highways and shared cycle paths.
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The waitlist for EKRUZER #1 will open in November.