Electric Tricycles for Seniors Exported to North America

Electric Tricycles for Seniors Exported to North America

In North America, with the proportion of the population aged 65 and over exceeding 12% (according to the UN’s World Population Prospects 2025), “how to get around safely and conveniently” has become a daily challenge for many seniors. Their pickup trucks are too large, causing concerns about maneuverability when turning; in the used car market, models under $20,000 account for only 11.5%, offering little value; public transportation is infrequent, and the 3-mile distance from the community to the supermarket is too far to walk or too expensive to take a taxi. Wellsmove’s electric tricycles, designed specifically for North American seniors, are quietly becoming a “thoughtful partner” in solving these problems.

I. Understanding the “Travel Anxiety” of North American Seniors: Addressing Pain Points from the Design Source

The travel needs of North American seniors are never just “being able to walk,” but rather “walking steadily, walking easily, and walking with peace of mind.” The Wellsmove team, with over a decade of experience in the electric mobility field, has already thoroughly understood these anxieties hidden behind these needs:

Fear of instability? Three-wheeled structure + low center of gravity design provides ample safety.

Unlike two-wheeled vehicles that test balance, the Wellsmove electric tricycle features a wide-spaced rear wheel layout, lowering the center of gravity by 15% compared to traditional mobility scooters. It can travel steadily even on cobblestone streets in California or lawn trails in Florida. The handrails on both sides of the seat are height-adjustable, providing support for seniors getting on and off, preventing the risk of imbalance when standing. The seat surface is covered with non-slip, wear-resistant fabric, ensuring it won’t slip even in sweaty summer weather—details reflecting meticulous consideration for the physical capabilities of the elderly.

Worried about insufficient space? Range and cargo capacity are tailored to North American “bulk shopping” habits. North American families frequently shop at warehouse stores like Sam’s Club and Costco, often packing a week’s worth of groceries and daily necessities in a single trip. Wellsmove has specifically designed a 40L cargo box, enough to hold two cartons of milk, three bags of flour, and a basket of fruit. The cargo box height is compatible with supermarket shopping carts, allowing for easy loading and unloading without bending over. In terms of power, the 48V 20A battery paired with a 600W motor provides a range of 35 kilometers on a full charge. This is enough for two round trips from the community to the supermarket, followed by a drive to the community park, with plenty of power left over. Even a small incline near home, with a 30-degree incline, can be easily handled, eliminating worries about getting stuck halfway.

Worried about hassle? Simple operation + low maintenance, suitable for the pace of life for seniors.

For seniors accustomed to a simple lifestyle, complex buttons and operating procedures are a major deterrent. Wellsmove simplifies operation to “one twist to go, one press to stop”: the ignition knob on the right handlebar is gentle, allowing seniors to adjust the speed effortlessly; the emergency brake button on the left is brightly colored, enabling quick response in emergencies. Even more thoughtfully, maintenance only requires periodic checks of the battery and tires, unlike the frequent servicing required for gasoline vehicles—given the high labor costs in North America, this design saves seniors hundreds of dollars in annual maintenance expenses.

II. 20 Years of Technological Accumulation: Why is Wellsmove Adaptable to the North American Market?

In the North American market, “durability” and “compliance” are two unavoidable hurdles for developing mobility scooters for the elderly. Wellsmove began developing vehicle metal frames in 2003 and focused on electric mobility in 2010. This over two decades of technological accumulation provides the confidence to adapt to the North American market:

Steel-Aluminum Structure + Electronic System: Withstanding Diverse North American Road Conditions
North America is a vast region, with vastly different road conditions and climates, ranging from the rainy and snowy weather of the Northeast to the arid deserts of the Southwest. Wellsmove’s body uses a high-strength steel-aluminum composite structure, which is 30% lighter than a pure steel body and resistant to corrosion from rain and snow. The battery is also insulated to withstand the low temperatures of North American winters, ensuring that the range doesn’t significantly decrease even when temperatures drop to -5°C. The electronic system has undergone 100,000 start-stop tests, maintaining stable operation on bumpy country roads or busy urban streets without experiencing power outages or malfunctions. From “Products” to “Solutions,” Tailoring to the Needs of North American Communities

Wellsmove isn’t just selling mobility scooters; it’s providing “senior mobility solutions.” For example, considering the accessibility features in many North American communities, the scooter’s footrest is designed to be 15cm high, perfectly aligning with community ramps. The handlebars have a pre-installed phone holder, allowing seniors to navigate and easily send location updates to their children. Previously in the European market, Wellsmove customized 200 electric tricycles for a Hungarian distributor. Now, applying this “customization mindset” to the North American market, details can be flexibly adjusted to meet both community group purchases and individual senior needs.

III. Wellsmove Scenarios in North American Communities: More Than Just Transportation, an Extension of Life

In a small town in Ohio, 72-year-old Mary has been using a Wellsmove mobility scooter for six months. “Before, I had to wait for my son to come home on the weekend to take me to the supermarket every week. Now I can go by myself and even pick up some groceries for my neighbors,” she said. Every time she drives around the neighborhood, neighbors ask her where she bought it—North American seniors value social interaction, and a useful mobility scooter has unknowingly become a “social tool” for them to integrate into the community.

Besides daily shopping, the Wellsmove has also become a helper for seniors to “enjoy life”: in retirement communities in Florida, seniors drive it to the lake to fish, with fishing gear and folding chairs in the back; in a small town in Arizona, some people use it to haul gardening tools to tend their gardens; and even at community Christmas events, seniors decorate the scooter with ribbons and drive it to deliver small gifts to children—just as North American seniors often say: “With it, I’m no longer confined to my home; I can go wherever I want, just like when I was young.”