Drive yourself to the gate – on a bag

US travel start-up Modobag unveiled the world’s first rideable motorised suitcase. Modobag plans to begin delivering the orders currently being taken via crowdfunding site Indiegogo in January 2017.

The Modobag has two speed settings: 5 mph for indoors and 8 mph for outdoors. A strong hand brake can make it stop instantly. A thumb-operated accelerator lever gives you enough torque.

The storage capacity for the introductory suitcase is similar in size to an overnight bag, yet it supports riders who weigh up to 260 pounds. The company says it plans to introduce larger bags in the coming year. The carry-on bag weighs 19 pounds and can help you ride from curb side to gate, but the pounds restrict what you can pack. The suitcase’s lithium battery has two USB outlets so you can also use it to charge two devices at once. A full charge will carry a 180-pound traveller for eight miles before the battery is dead. The bag costs $995 a piece when ordered before production starts.

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