Scoot Coupe: Future of Rental Scooters?

The Scoot Coupe was unveiled back in 2008 and displayed recently at a Detroit auto show. Available in three engine sizes (50cc, 100cc, and 150cc) and getting around 70 miles to the gallon (80 mpg in some tests), many people are wondering if the three-wheeled wonders will catch on as commuter vehicles.

If you don't want to shell out the US$6,000+ to buy one yourself, wait for your next vacation. Because of their stable three-wheel design, it's likely that travelers will start seeing Scoot Coupes available for rent in popular tourist destinations.

While the vehicles are not recommended for highways (they top out around 45 mph), they would be ideal for exploring small areas like islands in Hawaii or Puerto Rico. Keep an eye out. The Scoot Coupe may just be the next Segway.