Invest in Trinova...

The self-balancing, lane-splitting commuter vehicle.

I’m Markus Scholten, the founder and builder of Trinova. I’ve built four working prototypes of this self-balancing three-wheeler.

What started in my garage has become a real vehicle that tilts, balances, and proves the concept works.

This is not a corporate brochure. It’s one founder’s honest plan to bring a new category of vehicle to market... with the right partner or partners.

Proof I'm Real

• 4 prototypes built: One ICE and 3 - EV's

• Balance system works: low-speed assist + free-tilt above 5 mph

• Press mentions: New Atlas, Autoevolution, EVWorld

• Founder background: Contracts with BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Bentley, Fisker, Aptera

I chose to spend money on building vehicles, not flashy renderings.

What you see is what I’ve built.

Why Trinova Matters

• 850 mm wide: splits lanes where legal, takes half the space of a car

• Lighter, cheaper, smarter: ~750 lbs vs 4,000–7,000 lb “commuter cars”

• Energy efficient: 10–15 kWh battery vs 100+ kWh in heavy EVs

• New commuter category: motorcycle agility with enclosed safety

Funding Phases

Phase 1 — Production Development ($1.5M)

• Convert prototype parts into production-ready components

• Compliance + safety testing (autocycle/motorcycle classification)

• Build 3 production-intent units (2 EV, 1 ICE)

• Hire core engineering + fabrication team

Phase 2 — Limited Series ($5M)

• Build ~10 early units for validation and first customers

• Complete certification, supplier tooling, insurance, and service setup

• Launch TrinovaCore early adopter club

Special Option — Commission Build (ICE/GP)

• Up to 100 bespoke units at $70k–$80k each

• 100% refundable deposit until fabrication starts

• 10 commitments to start

• Each signed by the builder... a true collector’s first edition

Risks (Straight Up)

• Certification can add time/cost

• Low-volume production is expensive per unit

• Lane-splitting laws vary by state/country

• This plan depends on securing funding

If you’re looking for perfect, this isn’t it!

If you want grit, prototypes, and a founder who doesn’t quit... that’s Trinova.

Call to Action

• Invest / Partner: Request our NDA + data room →

• Commission Build Inquiry: Secure your slot →