Volkswagen Bik.e Electric Bike Revealed

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Volkswagen has introduced a new folding electric bike for short range trips and commuting.  The Volkswagen Bik.e Electric Bike can travel up to 12.5 miles on a single charge at speeds of up to 12.5 mph, and can fold to fit in the standard spare tire hold of a car.

The first thing you might notice about the Volkswagen Bik.e Electric Bike is its lack of pedals or exposed gear mechanics.  Bik.e is a bike in shape and speed only, and closer to a scooter in functionality.  It is electronically limited to 12.5 mph to allow riding without a helmet, where laws in its native Germany are restrictive of higher speed riding.  A U.S. version may have a bit more pep, but likely at the sacrifice of range-per-charge, which in this case is set to 12.5 miles.

The Volkswagen Bik.e Electric Bike is more than a concept, as rumors suggest that Bik.e will see commercialized production in the near future.  While it could sell independently of Volkswagen’s traditional auto fleet, expect Bik.e to be paired with Volkswagen cars as an upgrade option.  It’s intended to be a driver’s sidearm, a readily available get-out-and-go option upon parking your VW.  It fits neatly into the spare tire compartment of your car and can be charged by your onboard DC outlet.

No word on release yet, but expect more news about the Volkswagen Bik.e Electric Bike in the near future.