Since their unveiling back in roo1, the two-wheeled self-balancing electric Segway have had some success in certain niche markets or as a novelty item. Hence, the Asian Wall Street Journal’s weekly Arbitrage column has recently conducted a survey of prices for the i2 Segway in various cities in Asia and around the world. The survey found that prices were highest in Bangkok – in fact, nearly double in comparison to New York where i2 Segway prices were lowest. Nevertheless, having a i2 Segway would probably not make much of a difference when navigating through Bangkok’s notorious traffic jams!
Price Comparison*
| Bangkok | 399,000 Baht | US$12,025 |
| Frankfurt | €8,530 | US$11,651 |
| Shanghai | 75,000 Yuan | US$10,976 |
| Tokyo | 981,750 Yen | US$10,927 |
| Paris | €6,650 | US$9,083 |
| Sydney | A$9,450 | US$8,464 |
| Rome | €5,988 | US$8,179 |
| London | 5,200 Pounds | US$8,175 |
| Brussels | €5,595 | US$7,642 |
| New York City | US$6,215 | US$6,215 |
* Prices are based on foreign exchange rates as of Feb 16, 2010.
Labels: Price Survey, Useful Travel Tips
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