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01/07/12
The New York Times: Paved, but Still Alive
The New York Times recently took a look at the overabundance of parking spaces available in our country - and what we can do with them. How about a solution involving Vespa scooters?
The New York Times: Paved, but Still Alive
The New York Times recently took a look at the overabundance of parking spaces available in our country - and what we can do with them. How about a solution involving Vespa scooters?
12/07/11
The New York Times: Designer of Piaggio Vespa Is Honored by Former Employer
The New York Times Wheels blog takes a look at Corradino D'Ascanio, the designer of the first Vespa and the subject of the Piaggio Museum's latest exhibit.
The New York Times: Designer of Piaggio Vespa Is Honored by Former Employer
The New York Times Wheels blog takes a look at Corradino D'Ascanio, the designer of the first Vespa and the subject of the Piaggio Museum's latest exhibit.
11/23/11
Piaggio Museum in Italy features an exhibit on the Inventor of the Vespa
The Piaggio Museum in Pontedera, Italy, is featuring an exhibit celebrating Corradino D'Ascanio, the inventor of the Vespa, now through January 2012.
Piaggio Museum in Italy features an exhibit on the Inventor of the Vespa
The Piaggio Museum in Pontedera, Italy, is featuring an exhibit celebrating Corradino D'Ascanio, the inventor of the Vespa, now through January 2012.
11/21/11
Vogue: Dress the Part on an LXV 150
The 1999 psychological thriller movie "The Talented Mr. Ripley" takes us to Italy, where the action of the plot's twists and turns is heightened by the style of the characters.
Vogue: Dress the Part on an LXV 150
The 1999 psychological thriller movie "The Talented Mr. Ripley" takes us to Italy, where the action of the plot's twists and turns is heightened by the style of the characters.
10/23/11
Sales of Vespa scooters and other brands rise with gas prices
High gas prices and a sluggish economy are boosting U.S. sales of motor scooters. In the first half of this year, the major brands -– including Vespa and Piaggio -– sold 18,198 scooters, up 28.9% from the same period last year.
Sales of Vespa scooters and other brands rise with gas prices
High gas prices and a sluggish economy are boosting U.S. sales of motor scooters. In the first half of this year, the major brands -– including Vespa and Piaggio -– sold 18,198 scooters, up 28.9% from the same period last year.
10/08/11
Adding Sport to Scooters With a 3-Wheel Design
Just in case the 2012 presidential election does not bring back $2-a-gallon gasoline, as one contender has promised, this might be a good time to start considering fuel-efficient two-wheel transportation. Or, in the case of the Piaggio MP3 400, fuel-efficient three-wheel transportation.
Adding Sport to Scooters With a 3-Wheel Design
Just in case the 2012 presidential election does not bring back $2-a-gallon gasoline, as one contender has promised, this might be a good time to start considering fuel-efficient two-wheel transportation. Or, in the case of the Piaggio MP3 400, fuel-efficient three-wheel transportation.
10/04/11
Cal athletes saving time, money thanks to scooters
There's a revolution taking place in Berkeley - what else is new? - with students uniting in a common cause against tyranny and injustice. That would be the tyranny of $75 parking tickets and the injustice of a chronic lack of parking spaces around the Cal campus.
Cal athletes saving time, money thanks to scooters
There's a revolution taking place in Berkeley - what else is new? - with students uniting in a common cause against tyranny and injustice. That would be the tyranny of $75 parking tickets and the injustice of a chronic lack of parking spaces around the Cal campus.
09/23/11
Entrepreneurs Are Driving Vespas Now
Entrepreneur Magazine takes a look in their October 2011 issue at how business owners are getting around in "Wheels: What Entrepreneurs are Driving Now." One entrepreneur goes from meeting to meeting on a Dragon Red Vespa LX 150.
Entrepreneurs Are Driving Vespas Now
Entrepreneur Magazine takes a look in their October 2011 issue at how business owners are getting around in "Wheels: What Entrepreneurs are Driving Now." One entrepreneur goes from meeting to meeting on a Dragon Red Vespa LX 150.
09/09/11
When To Ride A Vespa: When New York Is On High Alert
Lucky you. That’s what the cop with the Brooklyn brogue said as I sat by him at a light in midtown today. The city is on high security alert, which means a traffic-paralyzing checkpoint at 57th Street spread across the entire island. It didn’t make for a great commute downtown. Lucky me indeed – I was on a Vespa LX 150.
When To Ride A Vespa: When New York Is On High Alert
Lucky you. That’s what the cop with the Brooklyn brogue said as I sat by him at a light in midtown today. The city is on high security alert, which means a traffic-paralyzing checkpoint at 57th Street spread across the entire island. It didn’t make for a great commute downtown. Lucky me indeed – I was on a Vespa LX 150.
09/07/11
Create Your Own Roman Holiday
There is a distinct feel to the ways Italians live. They embrace tradition, simplicity and authenticity – manifest clearly in the food and daily lifestyle common in the eternal city. What about embracing this lifestyle in San Francisco on a Vespa LX 150?
Create Your Own Roman Holiday
There is a distinct feel to the ways Italians live. They embrace tradition, simplicity and authenticity – manifest clearly in the food and daily lifestyle common in the eternal city. What about embracing this lifestyle in San Francisco on a Vespa LX 150?
08/10/11
Bruce Jenner Rides a Pink Vespa to Meet Kourtney Kardashian
Bruce Jenner, Olympic medalist and patriarch on the television show 'Keeping Up with the Kardashians,' knows how to cruise in style, as he took a pink Vespa LX 150 for a spin this past weekend to meet Kourtney Kardashian.
Bruce Jenner Rides a Pink Vespa to Meet Kourtney Kardashian
Bruce Jenner, Olympic medalist and patriarch on the television show 'Keeping Up with the Kardashians,' knows how to cruise in style, as he took a pink Vespa LX 150 for a spin this past weekend to meet Kourtney Kardashian.
08/04/11
Sprint & Vespa "Green on the Go Tour" Takes a Bite Out of the Big Apple
New York City-area residents can enter for a chance to win a Vespa LX 50 motor scooter and Samsung Replenish™, participate in Sprint’s Buyback Program by recycling their eligible phones for a Sprint store credit and learn more about alternative transportation.
Sprint & Vespa "Green on the Go Tour" Takes a Bite Out of the Big Apple
New York City-area residents can enter for a chance to win a Vespa LX 50 motor scooter and Samsung Replenish™, participate in Sprint’s Buyback Program by recycling their eligible phones for a Sprint store credit and learn more about alternative transportation.
08/03/11
Can You Ride a Vespa Scooter and Still Be a Man?
Joe Donatelli of MadeMan.com spent one week riding a Vespa motor scooter around Southern California to find out if a man is still a man when he rides a scooter.
Can You Ride a Vespa Scooter and Still Be a Man?
Joe Donatelli of MadeMan.com spent one week riding a Vespa motor scooter around Southern California to find out if a man is still a man when he rides a scooter.
07/29/11
Fox Car Report: Can Scooters (Vespas) Save the World?
Piaggio Group America's Melissa MacCaull stopped by the FOX Car Report to discuss the economics and Vespanomics of motor scooter ownership.
Fox Car Report: Can Scooters (Vespas) Save the World?
Piaggio Group America's Melissa MacCaull stopped by the FOX Car Report to discuss the economics and Vespanomics of motor scooter ownership.
07/27/11
Vespa Goes Green(er) with Sprint Tie-In
Scooters are drawing more interest than ever for their low environmental impact, and Vespa is capitalizing on that trend by teaming up with mobile provider Sprint in a promotion intended to encourage cell phone recycling.
Vespa Goes Green(er) with Sprint Tie-In
Scooters are drawing more interest than ever for their low environmental impact, and Vespa is capitalizing on that trend by teaming up with mobile provider Sprint in a promotion intended to encourage cell phone recycling.
07/27/11
Sprint & Vespa USA "Green on the Go" Tour Zips Through Beantown
Boston-area residents can enter for a chance to win a Vespa LX 50 motor scooter and Samsung Replenish™, participate in Sprint’s Buyback Program by recycling their eligible phones for a Sprint store credit and learn more about alternative transportation.
Sprint & Vespa USA "Green on the Go" Tour Zips Through Beantown
Boston-area residents can enter for a chance to win a Vespa LX 50 motor scooter and Samsung Replenish™, participate in Sprint’s Buyback Program by recycling their eligible phones for a Sprint store credit and learn more about alternative transportation.
07/26/11
Scooter nation: Bike sales soar amid high gas prices
CNNMoney investigates recent jumps in two-wheel sales across the U.S. as people are taken by the economical and fun allure of scooters and motorcycles.
Scooter nation: Bike sales soar amid high gas prices
CNNMoney investigates recent jumps in two-wheel sales across the U.S. as people are taken by the economical and fun allure of scooters and motorcycles.
07/18/11
Sprint & Vespa USA "Green on the Go" Tour Zooms into the Windy City
Chicago-area residents can enter for a chance to win a Vespa LX 50 motor scooter and Samsung Replenish™, participate in Sprint’s Buyback Program by recycling their eligible phones for a Sprint store credit and learn more about alternative transportation.
Sprint & Vespa USA "Green on the Go" Tour Zooms into the Windy City
Chicago-area residents can enter for a chance to win a Vespa LX 50 motor scooter and Samsung Replenish™, participate in Sprint’s Buyback Program by recycling their eligible phones for a Sprint store credit and learn more about alternative transportation.
07/15/11
Scooter drivers revel in freedom from pump prices
Once again, Dallas drivers are leaving their cars at home and hopping onto more nimble scooters to pinch pennies at the pump. For many, the promise of 100 miles to the gallon is too good to resist when gas is well above $3 a gallon.
Scooter drivers revel in freedom from pump prices
Once again, Dallas drivers are leaving their cars at home and hopping onto more nimble scooters to pinch pennies at the pump. For many, the promise of 100 miles to the gallon is too good to resist when gas is well above $3 a gallon.
07/12/11
Miami Visitors Can Take a Graffiti Art Tour on Vespa
Graffiti was once considered a sign of urban decay, the sort of thing that might keep tourists away from a neighborhood. Now, not only is it an accepted art form, but it's also the subject of a new tour in one of Miami's trendiest neighborhoods, Wynwood, where legal outdoor murals by graffiti artists cover the walls near art galleries and restaurants.
Miami Visitors Can Take a Graffiti Art Tour on Vespa
Graffiti was once considered a sign of urban decay, the sort of thing that might keep tourists away from a neighborhood. Now, not only is it an accepted art form, but it's also the subject of a new tour in one of Miami's trendiest neighborhoods, Wynwood, where legal outdoor murals by graffiti artists cover the walls near art galleries and restaurants.
07/08/11
Sprint & Vespa USA "Green on the Go" Tour Rolls Into the Emerald City
Seattle-area residents can enter for a chance to win a Vespa LX 50 motor scooter and Samsung Replenish™, participate in Sprint’s Buyback Program by recycling their eligible phones for a Sprint store credit and learn more about alternative transportation.
Sprint & Vespa USA "Green on the Go" Tour Rolls Into the Emerald City
Seattle-area residents can enter for a chance to win a Vespa LX 50 motor scooter and Samsung Replenish™, participate in Sprint’s Buyback Program by recycling their eligible phones for a Sprint store credit and learn more about alternative transportation.
07/06/11
Ride a Scooter, Save the World
The two-wheelers are downright upright when it comes to economy, efficiency, and being green.
Ride a Scooter, Save the World
The two-wheelers are downright upright when it comes to economy, efficiency, and being green.
07/04/11
Follow the Green on the Go Tour on the Lightbox Photowall
Vespa USA and Sprint are making their way around America, bringing you the Green on the Go Tour. Follow us on Lightbox to see photos of your friends, your family, and yourself!
Follow the Green on the Go Tour on the Lightbox Photowall
Vespa USA and Sprint are making their way around America, bringing you the Green on the Go Tour. Follow us on Lightbox to see photos of your friends, your family, and yourself!
07/01/11
Sprint & Vespa USA "Green on the Go" Tour Makes a Pit Stop in the City of Angels
Los Angeles locals can bring back their old or unused cell phones and enter for a chance to win a Vespa LX 50 motor scooter and Samsung Replenish™. They may participate in Sprint’s Buyback Program by recycling their eligible phones for a Sprint store credit and learn more about alternative transportation with Vespa.
Sprint & Vespa USA "Green on the Go" Tour Makes a Pit Stop in the City of Angels
Los Angeles locals can bring back their old or unused cell phones and enter for a chance to win a Vespa LX 50 motor scooter and Samsung Replenish™. They may participate in Sprint’s Buyback Program by recycling their eligible phones for a Sprint store credit and learn more about alternative transportation with Vespa.
07/01/11
See Vineyards in Italy on a Vespa
What is the best way to see Italy's Collio wine region? As one New York Times reporter discovered, it's on a Vespa.
See Vineyards in Italy on a Vespa
What is the best way to see Italy's Collio wine region? As one New York Times reporter discovered, it's on a Vespa.
06/29/11
'Larry Crowne' Screening Attracts Scooter Lovers
Vespa and Piaggio motor scooters have starring roles in the July 1 release of Larry Crowne.
'Larry Crowne' Screening Attracts Scooter Lovers
Vespa and Piaggio motor scooters have starring roles in the July 1 release of Larry Crowne.
06/28/11
Vespa LXV in Vogue's Summer Idea Book
Summer isn’t all about a bikini, a straw hat, or a colorful cover-up; it’s a state of mind ...
Vespa LXV in Vogue's Summer Idea Book
Summer isn’t all about a bikini, a straw hat, or a colorful cover-up; it’s a state of mind ...
06/23/11
Sprint & Vespa USA Kick-off the "Green on the Go" Tour in the Frisco Bay Area
San Franciscans can enter to win a Vespa LX 50 motor scooter and Samsung Replenish™, participate in Sprint’s Phone Buyback Program by recycling their eligible phones for a Sprint store credit and learn more about alternative transportation.
Sprint & Vespa USA Kick-off the "Green on the Go" Tour in the Frisco Bay Area
San Franciscans can enter to win a Vespa LX 50 motor scooter and Samsung Replenish™, participate in Sprint’s Phone Buyback Program by recycling their eligible phones for a Sprint store credit and learn more about alternative transportation.
06/22/11
Sprint Phone Recycling Goal Gets a Boost With Vespa USA Relationship
Sprint customers who recycle their old phone get chance to win a new Vespa scooter
Sprint Phone Recycling Goal Gets a Boost With Vespa USA Relationship
Sprint customers who recycle their old phone get chance to win a new Vespa scooter
06/18/11
KTLA in Los Angeles Visits the Petersen Museum Scooter Exhibit
Going to Los Angeles soon? Get a sneak peak at the new exhibit, "Scooters: Size Doesn't Always Matter," at the Petersen Automotive Museum.
KTLA in Los Angeles Visits the Petersen Museum Scooter Exhibit
Going to Los Angeles soon? Get a sneak peak at the new exhibit, "Scooters: Size Doesn't Always Matter," at the Petersen Automotive Museum.
06/17/11
Petersen Automotive Museum Exhibit Features Vespas
At the Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles, visitors have the chance to look at 100 years of scooter history.
Petersen Automotive Museum Exhibit Features Vespas
At the Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles, visitors have the chance to look at 100 years of scooter history.
06/15/11
Build Your Vespa Summer Offer: Vespa Scooters Now Available in Any Color
What color Vespa do you dream of? Electric blue? Candy cane? University colors? How about one to match your car?
Build Your Vespa Summer Offer: Vespa Scooters Now Available in Any Color
What color Vespa do you dream of? Electric blue? Candy cane? University colors? How about one to match your car?
06/03/11
First Business Network Investigates the Savings on a Vespa
Vespa scooters bring great savings, but it's not always just about the economics.
First Business Network Investigates the Savings on a Vespa
Vespa scooters bring great savings, but it's not always just about the economics.
05/13/11
Vespa World Days 2011
120 Vespa Clubs from 20 Countries are expected at Vespa World Days 2011 in Norway.
Vespa World Days 2011
120 Vespa Clubs from 20 Countries are expected at Vespa World Days 2011 in Norway.
05/10/11
Amerivespa 2011
Amerivespa is in New Orleans Louisiana this year!
Amerivespa 2011
Amerivespa is in New Orleans Louisiana this year!
04/22/11
Fox Business: Gas Prices Cause Popularity Surge for Vespa
Piaggio Group Americas Melissa MacCaull on how rising gas prices have caused Vespa sales to increase.
Fox Business: Gas Prices Cause Popularity Surge for Vespa
Piaggio Group Americas Melissa MacCaull on how rising gas prices have caused Vespa sales to increase.
04/21/11
Queen Latifah Fills Up Her Vespa in Cali
Guess Who! From the ConcreteLoop.com
Queen Latifah Fills Up Her Vespa in Cali
Guess Who! From the ConcreteLoop.com
04/19/11
Vote for Vespa Italy in the Webby Awards!
The Vespa Italy webpage has made it to the final round for the "Automotive" category in the international Webby Awards. Vote for them today!
Vote for Vespa Italy in the Webby Awards!
The Vespa Italy webpage has made it to the final round for the "Automotive" category in the international Webby Awards. Vote for them today!
04/13/11
Vespa Taps Budget-Minded MintLife to Help Consumers Plan a Cleaner, Cheaper Transportation Futur
Vespa USA is joining forces with MintLife, the award-winning blog of Mint.com.
Vespa Taps Budget-Minded MintLife to Help Consumers Plan a Cleaner, Cheaper Transportation Futur
Vespa USA is joining forces with MintLife, the award-winning blog of Mint.com.
03/23/11
V is for Vespa: Making Engineering Sexy
Lonely Planet and blogger Abigail King check out the Vespa Museum in Pontedera, Italy.
V is for Vespa: Making Engineering Sexy
Lonely Planet and blogger Abigail King check out the Vespa Museum in Pontedera, Italy.
02/25/11
Zac Efron Takes a Vespa Ride with Michelle Pfeiffer
Zach Efron and Michelle Pfeiffer "ride" a Vespa and rock helmets yesterday in New York City.
Zac Efron Takes a Vespa Ride with Michelle Pfeiffer
Zach Efron and Michelle Pfeiffer "ride" a Vespa and rock helmets yesterday in New York City.
02/09/11
SELF Magazine Lucy's Blog: Helmets!
That is your thought for today. As someone who rides a bike (for fitness) and a Vespa (for commuting) I can tell you that it's essential to have a helmet you love.
SELF Magazine Lucy's Blog: Helmets!
That is your thought for today. As someone who rides a bike (for fitness) and a Vespa (for commuting) I can tell you that it's essential to have a helmet you love.
02/08/11
Zach Galifianakis and his Vespa Vroom in Venice
Zach Galifianakis rode around Venice, California on February 10.
Zach Galifianakis and his Vespa Vroom in Venice
Zach Galifianakis rode around Venice, California on February 10.
02/01/11
SPEEDTV: Free Vespa Helmet Offer!
Iconic Italian scooter manufacturer launches “Vespa Helmets are for Everything” Facebook photo contest
SPEEDTV: Free Vespa Helmet Offer!
Iconic Italian scooter manufacturer launches “Vespa Helmets are for Everything” Facebook photo contest
02/01/11
Wall Street Journal: Scooter Maker Piaggio Runs Facebook Photo Contest
Today the company said it is launching a new consumer helmet promotional campaign that includes a photo contest on Facebook.
Wall Street Journal: Scooter Maker Piaggio Runs Facebook Photo Contest
Today the company said it is launching a new consumer helmet promotional campaign that includes a photo contest on Facebook.
01/07/11
Andrew Garfield rides a Vespa
The new Spider-Man actor rides a black GTS.
Andrew Garfield rides a Vespa
The new Spider-Man actor rides a black GTS.
12/06/10
Block by Block: New York City's East Village
A stroll along a six-block stretch of East Seventh Street in the East Village finds an interesting mix of urban melting pot and college town.
Block by Block: New York City's East Village
A stroll along a six-block stretch of East Seventh Street in the East Village finds an interesting mix of urban melting pot and college town.
09/27/10
What Entrepreneurs are Driving
Business owners share the stories behind their wheels
What Entrepreneurs are Driving
Business owners share the stories behind their wheels
09/16/10
Enjoying the Ride
Vespa riders share enthusiasm for scooters
Enjoying the Ride
Vespa riders share enthusiasm for scooters
09/10/10
Vespa as urban accessory
The dealership in downtown L.A. aims to sell residents on the scooter's ease in traffic and low gas usage.
Vespa as urban accessory
The dealership in downtown L.A. aims to sell residents on the scooter's ease in traffic and low gas usage.
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