Shockwave Motors:
Driving the future of
electric autocycles.

Rather than adapting conventional automotive designs, Shockwave Motors is driving affordable electric mobility by engineering purpose-built electric autocycles to meet the real-world needs of daily commuters.

Shockwave Motors was founded on a simple principle: Rather than increasing the size of the battery, we designed our electric autocycles to require less energy in the first place.

This allows for a significantly smaller battery pack. A smaller battery pack dramatically reduces costs, manufacturing complexity, material consumption, and the carbon footprint.

It's a visionary engineering approach that makes our electric autocycles
more practical, more affordable, and more sustainable.

Shockwave Motors is a veteran-owned, diverse, SAE-certified, national and international motorcycle manufacturer. Our all-electric autocycles provide unprecedented charging convenience from a standard 120-volt outlet. They are safe, fun to drive, very affordable, and deliver an exhilarating driving experience.

Our Vehicles

ViperX

ViperX Electric Sand RailTM

• Charges from any 120‑volt outlet

• Up to 150‑mile single charge

• Top speed: 80+ MPH

• Price: $19,950

Built for on-road and off‑road adventure
with instant electric torque.

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Defiant EV3 Roadster

Defiant EV³ RoadsterTM

• Ultralow center of gravity provides superior stability

• Charges from any 120‑volt outlet

• 100‑mile single charge

• Top speed: 70+ MPH

• Price: $24,950

A lightweight, efficient electric autocycle
engineered for everyday commuting.

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Draco Sports Trike

Draco Sports TrikeTM    (In Development)

• Charges from any 120‑volt outlet

• 100‑mile single charge

• Top speed: 70+ MPH

• Price: $24,950

A sleek, aggressive electric sports trike.

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Prototype

Why Now

Today’s commuters want electric mobility without the high cost, complexity, or charging limitations of traditional EVs. Shockwave Motors’ electric autocycles remove the biggest barriers to adoption — they’re lightweight, affordable, and charge from any standard 120V outlet. Practical electric commuting isn’t a future trend; it’s happening now, and demand is accelerating fast.

A next‑generation commuter concept.

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Prototype Model B

Why Shockwave

Our electric autocycles are purpose-built for the realities of daily commuting. A streamlined platform, lightweight composite construction, and minimal parts count reduce manufacturing costs while boosting reliability and performance. This isn’t a scaled-down car — it’s a smarter, more efficient category designed for real-world commuting and scalable production.

A performance‑focused prototype.

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Prototype Model C

Momentum

National media features, industry awards, and growing commuter interest continue to validate our electric autocycle platform. Each milestone reinforces the same message: people want a simpler, more accessible way to electrify their daily commute — and Shockwave Motors is leading the charge with proven designs and real-world traction.

Designed for dense urban environments.

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“Our competitive advantage isn’t patents — it’s simplicity, manufacturability,
and a product that solves real problems for real commuters.
We’re not trying to be all things to all people. We’re building electric autocycles
that are affordable, reliable, and efficient daily transportation.”
John McMillian
Founder and CEO

Recognition & Momentum

Enterprise World Magazine

Most Visionary EV CEO to Watch

The Enterprise World recognized John McMillian as a visionary leader in electric mobility, highlighting his commitment to practical EVs—and a vision to make electric mobility accessible to everyday commuters.

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Exeleon Magazine

Most Disruptive Company of 2024

Recognized by Exeleon Magazine as a disruptive force in electric mobility, Shockwave Motors challenges conventional EV design with a simpler, more practical approach focused on scalable, real-world transportation.

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IDTechEx Award

IDTechEx International Award Winner

IDTechEx recognized the Defiant EV3 Roadster with its International Award for Most Significant Innovation in Electric Vehicles—an international validation of a simpler, more practical approach to real-world electric mobility.


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Electric performance reimagined.
Designed with purpose. Engineered for Safety.
Built for the real world — and beyond.
Innovation that moves you.
Electric freedom starts here.

The future of mobility is lightweight, efficient, and electric.

Leadership Team

John McMillian

Founder & CEO

Air Force Veteran and visionary behind Shockwave’s innovative electric vehicle platform.

Carrie Fair

Co‑Founder

Operations leader focused on customer experience, manufacturing efficiency, and brand growth.

Normand Rheault

Co‑Founder

Strategic advisor with decades of experience in business development and EV market expansion.









Watch John's "Driving Towards Change Video"
about his history making efforts to bring EVs to Cuba

What Others Are Saying

Rick Searfoss

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Rick Searfoss
Astronaut / Space Shuttle Commander

"No question about it: Shockwave Motors practices creative, out-of-this-world innovation!"

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Shockwave Motors, Inc.
5840 Brights Pike
Russellville, TN 37860

Sales
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John McMillian
Normand Rheault
Carrie Fair

Phone:
423.754.6067