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Segway’s 2011 Sponsorship of MotoCzysz Racing - A Tremendous Success!

In 2011, Segway Inc. officially became the title sponsor of MotoCzysz Racing. The relationship was new, exciting and focused on winning - while also proactively promoting electric motorsports and personal transportation.

"What a year it has been! We’re thrilled with the performance of the MotoCzysz Racing Team,” said Wayne Mitchell, CEO of Segway Inc. Michael Czysz, CEO & Founder of MotoCzysz added, “We appreciated Segway’s sponsorship and we look forward to exploring additional opportunities to work together.”

During this racing season MotoCzysz’s latest model, the E1pc, performed incredibly well on the circuit. Its design harnesses increased onboard energy, nearly doubling horsepower while simultaneously reducing the bike’s overall weight. This provided a distinct competitive advantage on the track and translated to podium finishes at some of the world’s most prestigious electric motorcycle races. The wins, all earned on the same E1pc bike, included:

Michael Rutter and Mark Miller securing first and second place respectively in the Isle of Man TT (Tourist Trophy) Zero Race.
Michael Czysz himself taking second place at the FIM e-Power/TTXGP International Championship Race, which is held in conjunction with the U.S. Red Bull Grand Prix, one of America’s largest motorcycling events.
Shane Turpin, riding to a first place finish at the final electric race of the season, the USBA/TTXGP Event at Miller Motorsports Park.

“The level of technological innovation that was achieved with MotoCzysz’s E1pc in the past year was a marvel,” commented Mitchell. “Winning these races did wonders to solidify its reputation as the world’s most technologically advanced electric bike. In addition, it built the market’s interest in electric transportation and that was one of our primary goals in committing to this sponsorship.”

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Segway Sponsors MotoCzysz Racing 2011

Segway Inc. is the title sponsor for the 2011 MotoCzysz race efforts, with a unified goal of elevating electric motorsports and personal transportation.

Segway recognized MotoCzysz as the frontrunner in electric motorsports with industry leading technology and is excited to be partnering with them as title sponsor for the 2011 race season. This combination results in a world class team of mechanical, electrical, and software engineers whose years of experience and knowledge will lead both companies to successes not only at the track but also with new vehicles in the marketplace.

In 2010, the MotoCzysz E1pc set the bar for electric motorcycle racing by winning the two most importanIn important international electric motorcycle races and setting records along the way. The all-new 2011 MotoCzysz E1pc will further advance electric vehicle technology and performance by increasing onboard energy, nearly doubling the horsepower while reducing the vehicle’s overall weight.

"Following last year’s TT, Jimi Heselden, the owner of Segway and I became very interested and motivated to be involved in the electric motorcycle racing world. MotoCzysz was our first choice to partner with, and I could not be happier or more excited to be involved for the 2011 season” said Wayne Mitchell, CEO of Segway Inc.

“We’re thrilled to have Segway as a sponsor for the 2011 race season. Segway is a recognized innovator, making them a perfect partner for MotoCzysz. As the CEO of Segway is an ex British motorcycle champion, and current world motorcycle land speed record holder, Wayne and I are kindred spirits, and look forward to a great 2011 racing season and future together” said Michael Czysz, MotoCzysz CEO & Founder.

About Segway

Segway Inc., based in Bedford, New Hampshire, is the world’s leading provider of personal electric transportation. Segway markets a full line of zero-emissions Personal Transporters (PT) for indoor, sidewalk, cross-terrain and patrol use. All deliver impressive energy efficiency equivalent to 450 miles per gallon. The Company’s comprehensive line of Robotic Mobility Platforms (RMPs) is based on PT technology that has been adapted to provide versatile, durable mobility solutions to researchers, academia and robotic integrators.

Segway Inc. has a worldwide network of more than 250 distributors, dealers and experience centers in 80 countries across the globe, offering product and unique touring experiences. For more information about Segway, to find a distributor/dealer or book a tour, please visit www.segway.com. Media inquiries should be directed to media [at] segway.com.

About MotoCzysz, LLC

MotoCzysz is a design and engineering firm known for its innovation and creativity in applying technology to develop new products and solutions. It is working exclusively on D1g1tal Dr1vesTM electric drive systems, electric vehicle components, and electric vehicles. It is the inventor of the D1, the industry’s first fully integrated electric drive which allows automobile OEMs, fleet conversions and others to immensely speed up their electric vehicle design cycle. The MotoCzysz E1pc digital superbike won the two largest and most important electric races in 2010: Isle of Man TT zero, IOM and the e-Power Red Bull MotoGP, Laguna Seca. To learn more, visit the MotoCzysz website at www.motoczysz.com and D1g1tal Dr1ve website at www.d1g1taldr1ve.com