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The Australian start-up riding the global e-scooter craze

China's electric scooter market is booming as new technology means customers in Europe look for alternatives to petrol-guzzling cars or public transport. Vmoto, an Australian-listed company, is chasing a slice of the action.

Michael Smith
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Nanjing, China | Charles Chen was in his 20s when he decided two wheels were better than four.

Despite a career working in China's booming automotive sector, the chief executive of Australian-listed Vmoto jokes he was happiest riding his motorcycle to the beach with his girlfriend on the back.

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Michael Smith is the Health Editor for The Australian Financial Review. He is based in Sydney. Connect with Michael on Twitter. Email Michael at michael.smith@afr.com

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