Neither — and that’s the point. AKO vehicles — including Sprint and the P150 — are classified as L5e powered tricycles, a category that sits between the two. It’s built on motorcycle physics, moves with the dynamics of a tilting vehicle, and offers the enclosure and comfort of a cabin. The ride delivers the connection and control of a motorcycle — in some ways surpassing it — while the fully mechanical tilting system adds a layer of stability and safety that a traditional two-wheeler cannot match.

Licensing depends on the model. AKO vehicles fall under the EU L5e powered tricycle category. Lower-power models are accessible with an A1 licence — available from age 16 in many European countries. Higher-performance models require a full A-category motorcycle licence. Specific requirements vary by country; we recommend checking local regulations before ordering.

AKO uses a fully mechanical tilting system based on counter-steering physics — the same principles that govern how motorcycles stay stable at speed. To tilt in one direction, the rider subtly steers in the opposite. With practice, this becomes entirely instinctive.

What makes AKO different is that tilting and steering are mechanically decoupled. You can tilt without steering and steer without tilting — independently, at any speed, including when stationary. Every model also includes a tilt lock, which holds the body at any angle on demand, giving the driver control and stability in situations where a conventional motorcycle would simply fall over.

Four. The first validated the core kinematic concept. The second was a full EV enclosed two-seater used at public events and test rides. The third — the P150, with a 150kW motor — was acquired by a German university for research. The fourth, Sprint, is currently in production with our engineering partner Hypertec Solution Srl in Cesena, Italy, with road testing commencing shortly.

AKO is a vehicle platform, not a single product. Sprint is the first production model — a narrow, enclosed, two-seat urban EV targeting €15–20k. The P150 is a limited, high-performance variant available as a bespoke one-off. A Cargo variant for last-mile delivery is in development, alongside further models to be announced. More will be revealed as the platform matures.

Sprint is first. Currently in final prototype phase, first units are targeted for European roads within 12–18 months of production readiness. The Cargo variant follows. Reservation holders across all models will have priority access when pre-orders open. Reserve your place now with a fully refundable €200 deposit.

AKO Sprint targets 250km on a single charge from its 11.2kWh battery. Charging works via standard EV infrastructure — no proprietary hardware required. Detailed charging specifications will be confirmed ahead of the pre-order campaign.

Dimensions vary by model, but the platform is defined by its narrow format. Sprint has a footprint of 3.4m² — 57% smaller than a conventional car — with two seats and 50 litres of luggage space. The Cargo variant is designed around last-mile delivery requirements with different capacity priorities.

AKO Sprint is targeted at €15,000–20,000 retail depending on configuration. Pricing for other models will be confirmed closer to their respective launches.