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Recent announcements of new models of e-cargo bike from the likes of Blix and Surly (to name just a couple) show the increasing profile of e-cargo bikes within the world of e-bikes.
There have also been moves by governments around the world to offer subsidies for e-cargo bike purchase as a tool for encouraging their use as a congestion busting tool.
Add to this high profile use by the likes of DHL and UPS logistics providers and it looks like the rise of the e-cargo bike is well and truly on its way. [Read more…]
2018 has been an exciting year in the electric bike world!
In this first part of the 2018 eBike roundup we will take a look at improvements in:
Part 1 – E-Kickscooters, Powered Cycles, & Speed Pedelecs
E-bikes have seen a huge rise in popularity in recent years so that many more people are aware of what they are and how they can work.
In summary they have all the advantages of a regular bicycle with the added power of a relatively small but very effective motor whose power output and maximum assist speed are limited by law.
But in fact there are many more designs of vehicle out there that are (legally speaking) classed as e-bikes but frequent interesting but often very specific niches or perhaps vehicles that are not e-bikes legally speaking but borrow many of the elements of their design i.e. small but powerful motors and lightweight lithium batteries.
These are many and varied, from the relatively well-known e-kickscooters and speed pedelecs to emerging classes of vehicles such as e-micro-cars and quadricycles that have the potential to radically change the transport scene in our towns and cities.
In this first of two articles we take a look at the relatively well-known e-kickscooters and speed pedelecs and the lesser known Powered Cycle category. [Read more…]
In this week’s eBike news roundup:
After miles of testing the Rad Power Bikes RadWagon it has proven to be a versatile eCargo bike that offers a smooth and quiet ride style with impressive range.
The new 2018 version has a solid aluminum frame that is designed to work with many cargo accessories and the bike can fit a wide range of riders.
A 750 watt direct drive motor smoothly blends the assist to help with transporting cargo all over town.
With its long range capabilities you can have the confidence to use the RadWagon for more errands and leave the car at home.
The RadWagon is priced at $1,499 with free shipping (lower 48 states) and Rad Power Bikes offers monthly payment options as well.
In this second part of the full review you will get an idea of the ride characteristics, range test results, pros, cons, and overall thoughts on this electric bike. [Read more…]
In this week’s eBike news roundup:
The all new 2018 Rad Power Bikes RadWagon electric cargo bike is in for testing & review!
This is an economical eCargo bike with a high capacity 48V 14ah lithium battery, 750 watt direct drive motor, sturdy aluminum frame, disc brakes, and a lot of accessory options.
The RadWagon is priced at $1,499 with free shipping (lower 48 states) and they have monthly payment options as well.
Rad Power Bikes recently started selling their eBikes in Canada and select European markets.
In this first part of the review you will get a detailed look at this bike with a BUNCH of pictures and the specifications. [Read more…]
