Discover the secrets of Evo-Spirit electric skateboards and dive into the innovative world of electric urban mobility with Greg Nicholls, founder of Evo-Spirit.
Greg Nicholls
interviewed by E-Rolling
E-Rolling magazine, specialised in electric urban mobility, met Greg Nicholls, founder of Evo-Spirit. A look back at the brand's history, its products and philosophy.
A brand born in 2008
Evo-Spirit is one of the oldest electric urban mobility brands. A pioneer with its electric skateboards, the brand continues to develop and offer new products, while preserving the pleasure of riding.
Questions for Greg Nicholls
Briefly introduce Evo-Spirit and its history
Evo-Spirit is a great story that began in 2008. Originally, Benoît Liot and I, both passionate about skateboarding and gliding. After discovering the first electric skateboard prototypes, we created the Evo-Skate. In 2015, building on our experience, we expanded our range and renamed the company Evo-Spirit. Today we offer electric skateboards, scooters, mopeds and motorbikes.
What are your flagship products?
We are historically the leading French brand in electric skateboarding. Our skateboards remain our flagship products, but our Fatscoot and EvoChopper scooter range is in full development.
Why this diversification?
In 2008, electric skateboarding mainly appealed to gliding enthusiasts. The scooter and hoverboard didn't exist yet. With more than 10 years of experience, we expanded our offering to reach a wider audience, while keeping the pleasure of riding at the heart of every product.
What are the strengths of the EvoChopper?
An electric motorbike inspired by the American chopper. 2.000W, speed limited to 45 km/h, L1E approved with registration certificate. Comfortable position, easy and stable riding. And the pleasure of riding silently with zero CO2.
How do you develop your products?
It all depends on the product. For some, full design from 3D drawing to production. For others, a generic base that we improve. Our 10+ years of expertise allow us to improve points that make all the difference in use. Our main concern: reliability. Samsung and LG batteries only, most assembled in France. The only brand to offer a 2-year warranty on batteries.
How do you manage after-sales service?
After-sales service is truly Evo-Spirit's strong point. One person dedicated to the workshop, all spare parts available even years after a model is discontinued. All our equipment is designed to be repairable by users. One phone call, a technician diagnoses it, and 48 hours later the problem is solved.
The Evo-Spirit team
Freddy Foray
Endurance motorcycle racer, multiple world champion. Uses our electric scooters to get around the paddocks.
Baptiste Boirie
Pole vaulter for the French national team. Set the absolute world record in pole vaulting propelled by our electric skateboards.
Antonin Rangin
One of France's best kitesurfers. Rides our all-terrain skateboards when the wind doesn't allow him to kite.
Laura Poitevin
An iconic freeride downhill longskate rider, who no longer needs downhills thanks to our electric longboard.
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