Authorities have recently seized 6 vespas and have shut down 5 stands during the cycle and motorcycle exhibition EICMA, which represents one of the most important exhibitions in the world for motocycles and scooters. The motocycles seized were almost identical to Piaggio Vespa models. For the counterfeiting offence 5 people have been chargerd. An efficient collaboration with the authorities is essential to guarantee a virtuous competition and safeguard R&D investments.