Okai

Overview

OKAI manufactures light electric vehicles including e-scooters and e-bikes targeting urban mobility and the first/last mile problem. It supplies sharing companies globally while expanding into consumer markets through direct sales and independent bike dealers. The company operates multinational facilities with R&D in Hangzhou, production in Jinhua/Lishui, Zhejiang, and offices in the US and Germany.²³⁴

History

Jiangtao Lu founded OKAI in 2006 with a focus on innovation in transportation and industrial design. The company grew from a personal project to a multinational operation serving electric scooter and e-bike sharing firms worldwide. Key expansions include R&D and corporate offices in Hangzhou, production in Jinhua and Lishui, Zhejiang, and international hubs in Pomona, California, and Essen, Germany.²⁴

Product Lines

Manufacturing

OKAI's production facilities are located in Jinyun District, Lishui, and Jinhua, Zhejiang Province, China. R&D and corporate offices are in Hangzhou, Zhejiang. Manufacturing integrates in-house research, development, and supply chain for light electric vehicles.²³⁴

Notable Products

• OKAI STRIDE - First consumer smart e-bike launched for direct sales.
• OKAI Neon - High-performance electric scooter for urban use.
• OKAI ES200 - Popular model for scooter sharing fleets.
• OKAI EB100 - Compact e-bike for campus and city navigation.

Reputation

OKAI is recognized by sharing operators for reliable, high-quality light electric vehicles backed by patents and integrated supply chain. Enthusiasts note its transition to consumer products as competent but still emerging compared to established brands. Professionals highlight strong B2B presence in micromobility while consumer reputation builds through new lines like STRIDE.¹²⁶