Despite all of the attention on EVs lately, electric bikes have actually outsold electric and plug-in hybrids in the US since 2021. In Europe, e-bikes are on track to overtake the number of all vehicles sold, electric or otherwise. With all of that opportunity at hand, many automakers and start-ups are jumping in to develop e-bikes of their own:
Rivian says they’re working on an e-bike; however, it is still unclear if they mean a battery-assisted bicycle or an electric motorcycle. Might we suggest someone first work on creating terms to differentiate the two? 🤔
Magicycle launches their primo "SUV of e-bikes," the Magicyle Deer. It features full suspension, fat tires, speeds of up to 28 miles per hour, and mega BDE (big deal electric energy). 🦌
The over-achievers at Fiido are set to release up to 7 new e-bikes in 2023, including the Kidz, which is the brand's first kid-focused electric balance bike. 👶
Vanpowers City Vanture offers an inexpensive build-it-yourself e-bike. Boy, we sure hope DIY EVs aren't next. 🛠️