Amble unveils fun-looking, street-legal 40 MPH ‘electric buggy’

Portugal-based startup Amble has emerged from stealth to introduce the Amble One, a lightweight electric buggy designed for short-range transportation in resorts and private communities. The vehicle marks a shift in the EV sector away from high-performance long-range cars toward purpose-built, open-air mobility for localized travel. With a top speed of 40 mph and a range of 62 miles, the Amble One aims to bridge the gap between low-speed neighborhood vehicles and traditional automobiles.

The Amble One features a 15 kW motor and an 11 kWh battery, enabling a top speed of 65 km/h (40 mph) and a range of up to 100 km (62 miles). While most similar small electric vehicles in the U.S. are limited to 25 mph under Low-Speed Vehicle (LSV) regulations, Amble intends to offer a street-legal version by 2028 that exceeds these performance limitations. In Europe, the buggy fits into the quadricycle regulatory framework, allowing it to operate at higher speeds than typical American neighborhood electric vehicles (NEVs).

Starting at $25,000, the vehicle is designed with an open-air aesthetic that removes traditional doors and screens to better connect occupants with their environment. The startup boasts a high-profile founding team, including Adrien Roose of Cowboy e-bikes, former Audi and Apple designer Julian Hoenig, and hospitality entrepreneur José António Uva. This design-heavy pedigree aligns with the company's initial target market of high-end resorts and destination properties, which have already shown significant interest in the platform.

Amble reports that production slots for 2027 are already allocated, with broader consumer deliveries expected in 2028. The company views the Amble One as the foundation for a broader mobility platform, with future models planned for urban environments. This launch highlights a growing trend in the electric vehicle industry where manufacturers are increasingly targeting niche, master-planned communities and campuses that require alternatives to full-sized cars for short, frequent trips.