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Inventor Dean Kamen unveil's his newest invention: the first electric-power, self balancing people mover on ABC New's Good Morning, America. It's called the Segway Human Transporter, it has no breaks, and travles 12 mph.
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Segway PT is awarded "Best of What's New" by Popular Science Magazine.
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After ample safety and field testing, the Segway Human Transporter is approved for consumer purchase at the initial cost of $3,000.
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TIME Magazine features Segway's concept four-wheel ATV prototype as one of the "Best Inventions of 2004"
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Segway becomes an Official Licensee for the Turin 2006 Winter Olympics.
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Segway introduces of the second generation Segway PT. All the products feature breakthrough LeanSteer™
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The Beijing 2008 Summer Olympics deploys more than 100 Segway PTs to be used by its delegates.
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Segway is acquired by James 'Jimi' Heselden, a prominent British entrepreneur. The Company continues to be privately held.
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Segway Inc. opens Segway of Canada, which establishes 11 retail and experience locations across the country and continues to grow.
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Owner James Heselden dies in an accident. He fell off a cliff while riding a Segway.
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Segway expands its business model and creates the “Segway Experience Center Program”. The new program provides tour locations the flexibility to be affiliated with Segway Inc. as an authorized tour operator, with the option to sell PTs.
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Segway increases thir worldwide network to over 250 distributor, dealer and experience center retail points in 80 countries around the world, offering product, service and unique touring experiences.
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Summit Strategic Investments, LLC becomes the new owners of Segway and announces plans to grow.
