[1][2] The TriVette was designed to meet all state and federal motorcycle standards, but was enclosed like a saloon car.
[2] The running gear was mostly derived from a Fiat 850 with a turbo Volkswagen motor as an option.
[3] The TriVette achieved over 61 MPG and, unlike most three-wheelers, was known for its handling.
[2] Keyes also designed a larger V8 engined version, the Vigilante, which out accelerated and out handled most supercars of the time.
[4] Keyes died before the Vigilante reached full production.