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The Reveal
Inventor Dean Kamen unveil's his newest invention: the first electric-power, self balancing people mover on ABC New's Good Morning, America. It's called the Segway Human Transporter, it has no breaks, and travles 12 mph. -
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The History of the Segway
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Awards and Recognition
Segway PT is awarded "Best of What's New" by Popular Science Magazine. -
Open to the Public
After ample safety and field testing, the Segway Human Transporter is approved for consumer purchase at the initial cost of $3,000. -
TIME to Celebrate
TIME Magazine features Segway's concept four-wheel ATV prototype as one of the "Best Inventions of 2004" -
On your marks, get set, GO!
Segway becomes an Official Licensee for the Turin 2006 Winter Olympics. -
Round Two
Segway introduces of the second generation Segway PT. All the products feature breakthrough LeanSteer™ -
Going for the Gold
The Beijing 2008 Summer Olympics deploys more than 100 Segway PTs to be used by its delegates. -
Switching Hands
Segway is acquired by James 'Jimi' Heselden, a prominent British entrepreneur. The Company continues to be privately held. -
Oh Canada
Segway Inc. opens Segway of Canada, which establishes 11 retail and experience locations across the country and continues to grow. -
An Ironic Tragedy
Owner James Heselden dies in an accident. He fell off a cliff while riding a Segway. -
Dive into Tourism
Segway expands its business model and creates the “Segway Experience Center Program”. The new program provides tour locations the flexibility to be affiliated with Segway Inc. as an authorized tour operator, with the option to sell PTs. -
The Big Time
Segway increases thir worldwide network to over 250 distributor, dealer and experience center retail points in 80 countries around the world, offering product, service and unique touring experiences. -
Changing Hands
Summit Strategic Investments, LLC becomes the new owners of Segway and announces plans to grow.
