Alternative transportation could soon be available if Government approves of a new 50cc "scoot-car'' for Bermuda's roads.

The three wheeled, two seater has found world-wide acceptance in tourist destinations like Florida, Australia and Barbados but has yet to find official approval on the Island.

The scoot-car runs a standard car-like driving configuration, and features a boot, rooftop, windscreen wipers, headlights and indicators.

Entrepreneurs Quinton Edness and John Powell found the vehicles on separate searches but were united when the manufacturer, Funtech, realised it was talking to two different people who wanted the same thing for the same place.

Mr. Edness, former UBP MP, said he was looking for a safer way of moving around Bermuda.

He said the Island could benefit from the small vehicles, especially concerning tourism and people who wish to get a second vehicle but are restricted by current legislation.

Using a 50cc engine, the scoot-car legally fits into the auxiliary cycle category but the learning curve is much quicker, according to Mr. Powell.

"It took me four minutes to get accustomed to it.'' he said.

Co-owners in the company that will import the scoot-cars, Mr. Powell and Edness hope to sell some to the delivery cycle companies, marketing it as a safer and easier alternative to a regular scooter.

But Corporation of Hamilton Secretary Roger Sheratt said some aspects would have to be re-thought.

The scoot-car reportedly has no reverse and this could cause a dilemma with parking.

But Mr. Powell and Edness are keeping their fingers crossed as dozens more locals and tourists ask questions about the newest vehicle on the road.