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The Latest Breaking News from Piaggio

Vespa Just Trademarked Its Shape, So How Vespa-Like Is Too Vespa-Like Now?

Vespa’s shape is now an EU trademark, raising an awkward question for every retro scooter that looks a little familiar.

RideApart · 8h ago

Heads Up, Piaggio Is Recalling All Of Its 2026 Liberty Scooters Over A Faulty Headlight

This recall is for the US market only, so if you own a Piaggio Liberty in other markets, you should check with your local recall authority.

RideApart · Jul 1

More than 15,000 Vespas from across the world swarm Rome as iconic scooter celebrates anniversary

Enthusiasts from across Europe, England, San Francisco, Australia’s Gold Coast, and the Philippines gathered

The Independent UK · Jun 27

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Piaggio's 25-Year-Old Scooter Idea Somehow Still Makes Sense Today

The Piaggio Beverly 25th Anniversary isn't just a special edition. It's a reminder of who got the crossover formula right first.

RideApart · Jun 14

Exclusive: Piaggio Fast Forward is back with another Star Wars cargo robot — and this time it gets a Grogu makeover

Piaggio Fast Forward is back with a new Star Wars cargo robot, turning its gitamini into a Grogu-themed follow-me companion ahead of May the 4th and The Mandalorian and Grogu.

TechRadar · Apr 27

Moto Guzzi, Aprilia, and Vespa Didn’t Reinvent Their Offerings, They Elevated Them

From middleweight adventure bikes to urban scooters, the latest updates from Piaggio's brands focus on refinement, electronics, and rider experience.

RideApart · Jan 30

Piaggio's New BV400 S Is Proof Scooters Are Winning the City Game

Piaggio refreshes the Beverly for its 25th birthday with new styling, refined details, and a celebration of its Italian roots.

RideApart · Dec 9, 2025

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Piaggio Scooters Just Got a 4-Year Warranty, But Not In the US

Piaggio has a new 4-year warranty on its scooters including those from Aprilia and Vespa. Unfortunately, it’s exclusive to Europe, at least for now.

RideApart · Jun 4, 2025

Fiat Just Made the Most Adorable Electric Three-Wheeler I've Ever Seen

The Fiat Tris is a three-wheeled fully electric last-mile delivery vehicle that looks like a modern interpretation of the Piaggio Ape. And the company should let me drive it.

RideApart · May 23, 2025

Piaggio’s Beverly 310 S Scooter Gets An Upgrade In Europe

Scooters may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think about motorcycles. But over in Europe and Asia, scooters vastly outnumber any other type of motorcycle on the road. I mean, it’s easy to see why. They’re efficient, convenient, and most of the time, very affordable,…

RideApart · Apr 2, 2025

Is Aprilia Bringing Back This Legendary Sportbike?

If you're a motorcycle manufacturer, and you have a beloved model name from the past, you might think about filing a trademark application for that name for a few reasons. The two biggest ones are: You plan to bring an updated version of that model to market sometime in the…

RideApart · Mar 12, 2025

Vespa's Owner Is Just Conquering the Market, KTM Should Take Note

For plenty of motorcycle and powersports manufacturers, 2024 was a year to forget, financially speaking. KTM all but imploded, and the cost-saving measures employed by Polaris are bleeding into 2025. So how, then, in the midst of all this, did Piaggio Group—owner of Vespa, Aprilia, Moto Guzzi, Derbi, Gilera, Scarabeo brands—manage…

RideApart · Mar 7, 2025

Peep This Limited Edition Vespa 946 Snake, Just In Time For Lunar New Year

Lunar New Year is just around the corner, and Vespa wants you to know that it's ready to usher in the Year of the Snake with its latest limited-edition 946! True to Vespa's unrivaled commitment to style in the modern era, there's also a capsule clothing collection to match. Let's…

RideApart · Jan 16, 2025

Piaggio’s New Scooter Promises Maximum Urban Utility, But There’s a Problem

Scooters have always been about practicality and utility. It doesn’t really matter what kind of scooter you ride, either. Whether it’s a barebones, no-frills Honda PCX or a flashy Italian beauty like a Vespa, there’s always a practical and functional side to your ride.Today, scooters come in all shapes and…

RideApart · Dec 27, 2024

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RideApart · Oct 9, 2024

Someone Is Selling Vespa's Crazy Rocket Launching Scooter, No Really

The Vespa TAP was built in France for a handful of years in the 1950s, by a licensed Piaggio distributor. They rarely come up for sale, but this one is!

RideApart · May 4, 2024

Will This Chinese Middleweight Sportbike Steal The Segment?

Chinese manufacturer Zongshen has launched a new middleweight sportbike under its Cyclone brand called the RC 700.

RideApart · Apr 19, 2024

Piaggio Celebrates 140th Birthday With Ultra-Limited Vespa 140th of Piaggio

Piaggio is celebrating its 140th anniversary with a new limited-edition model called the Vespa 140th of Piaggio.

Top News · Mar 4, 2024

Piaggio Reports Lower-Than-Expected EBITDA Due To Sales Decline

Piaggio's FY results show challenges due to sales decline. Vespa brand remains strong in the scooter market. Investors watch for strategic moves.

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RideApart · Jan 31, 2024

Spec Showdown: Moto Guzzi Stelvio vs. Suzuki GSX-S1000GX

The Moto Guzzi Stelvio is the Mandello del Lario firm's new flagship sport tourer, while the Suzuki GSX-S1000GX is its first crossover. How do they compare?

RideApart · Jan 9, 2024

Aprilia RS457 Production Begins In Piaggio’s Factory In Baramati India

In India, Aprilia has begun production of the all-new RS 457 in Piaggio’s factory in Baramati.

RideApart · Dec 5, 2023

Speed Reads: Honda Recalls H'Ness CB350s In India

Honda India recalls H'Ness CB350s; November 2023 motorcycle sales up in Italy; Royal Enfield introduces ReOwn program; and custom Harley X440s are on the way.

RideApart · Nov 23, 2023

New GLR900 Could Hint At Gilera’s Return In China

Piaggio and Chinese brand Zongshen have a partnership in the form of Zongshen Piaggio Foshan Motorcycle Co. Ltd, which is expected to revive the Gilera brand with the GLR900.

The Independent UK · Nov 22, 2023

HMRC ‘examining David Cameron’s Greensill benefits including private flights’

HMRC officials are examining private flights taken by the former prime minister during his time lobbying for Greensill Capital

RideApart · Nov 10, 2023

2024 Moto Guzzi Stelvio Pricing And Preorder Details Are Here

Shortly after announcing the specifications and features of the new 2024 Moto Guzzi Stelvio, Piaggio Americas gave us pricing details for the US and Canada.

RideApart · Nov 7, 2023

2024 Moto Guzzi Stelvio Showcases Piaggio's New Radar Rider Aids Suite

The 2024 Moto Guzzi Stelvio arrives in all its glory at EICMA, with a brand-new frame and top-flight electronic rider safety suite from Piaggio Fast Forward.

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