Electric scooters have become much more common in Australia over recent years, as well as other parts of the world. This project was started in response to this; we were required to design a unique electric scooter with the capacity to hold a specific volume of cargo.

My scooter was designed for young adults as an option to get to work or education, as well performing standard shopping and errands. The scooter was designed with high battery capacity in mind, this was for convenience but also for carrying the extra load in the trailer.

The Courier 3 is an electric cargo scooter for use in suburban areas and cities. The scooter has suspension on the front wheel and uses a single brake lever for both front and rear braking. The construction materials consist of recycled aircraft grade aluminium for the main structure of the body. A PLA plastic casing for the trailer, as well stainless-steel elements. A silicone rubber is used on the deck and handlebars for improved comfortability. The body is finished with a durable powder coating. A kickstand on the right side of the deck holds the front section upright when parked, while the trailer is supported by the rear wheels.

The cargo trailer connection consists of two aluminium tubes welded to the scooter deck and trailer respectively. A steel tube is press fit between these reduces wear on the aluminium. The aluminium tube from the deck is secured inside the trailer with a large circlip. Large steel washers are positioned at either end of the connection. This system allows the front section of the scooter to pivot independently from the trailer enabling it to turn properly.