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This retro-modern two wheeler adapts to the best of mopeds, e-bikes and of course scooters

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Electric mopeds are the way to go for city commuting but not at the cost of the environment. This emotion takes precedence in the current era and going forward as the number of eco-conscious two-wheeled commuters is set to rise.

The Pro.Zui electric scooter is on course to set the tone for the design of city vehicles that no longer solely rest on the laurels of past successful design iterations. It’s a cross between moped, scooter and e-bike done perfectly right.

Designer: Ognjen Docic

The daily commuter seamlessly blends a sleek design aesthetic with cutting-edge technology for an unforgettable riding experience. It boasts a range of 120 kilometers on a single charge from an advanced electric battery. The e-bike employs state-of-the-art battery technology for a long-lasting and reliable journey without emitting harmful gases or chemical residue. The electric motor sits right underneath the saddle, leaving a good amount of space for storage in the toned belly.

The driver and pillion seats leave much to be desired, as they seem like flat boards. Who would want to drive on this thing for an extended period of time? That however doesn’t take away the modern appeal of a cruise bike mixed with the retro flavor of a Vespa. Those vintage headlights contrasted with the chunky wheels give this e-bike a distinct character.

According to the designer, the scooter seamlessly integrates into your daily routine, “taking you to your destination with style and effortlessness.” Infusing a retro-modern appeal elevates the eco-conscious ride to the next level and there’s even another version coming soon. So better watch out!

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Foldable + modular e-bike adapts to family life cycle, won’t go obsolete even after decades

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Foldable cargo e-bikes are trending lately owing to their compact aesthetics and as a means of sustainable transportation. Add the modular function to adapt to a wide array of needs and you’ve got a two-wheeled city commuter that’s destined to last for decades.

Following suit, the Italian cargo bike manufacturer, Fabriga Cycles has unveiled its folding cargo electric bike that’s ultra-modular to cater to a family’s dynamic lifestyle and needs. Fabriga Modula shown off at the Cargo Bike Summit in London rests on its laurels of a three-section frame assembly that has a steering, motor compartment and tail.

Designer: Fabriga

Fabriga Modula is at heart a shape-shifting cargo electric bike designed to be both modular and foldable. This means that the urban commuter can adapt to a variety of different needs and situations. The bike can be quickly and easily folded down to a compact size, making it perfect for storage or transport. It can be taken on public transportation or stored in small apartments, which is a huge advantage over traditional cargo bikes.

The practical commuter is mindful of your growing family requirements since it can be customized to fit a variety of different needs. For instance, you can transform it from a cargo bike to a child carrier with just a few simple adjustments. This flexibility makes the Fabriga Modula a great option for compact families who need a bike that can grow and change on demand. The loading compartment measures a remarkable 115 cm and when folded, the e-bike is only 150 cm in length, allowing it to be effortlessly stored in tight spaces and used with standard car bike racks. Thus, making it ideal for hauling in B-segment cars, campervans, small boats, elevators, or tiny homes on wheels.

The Modula long-tail bicycle is specifically designed with two levels to cater to young riders of various ages. According to the brand, children aged four and below are recommended to sit in the middle of the frame, positioned on the lower level, while older kids are better suited to the upper level of the tail above the rear wheels. Additionally, the Modula is highly adaptable with a double-decker feature that allows for a single upper level, accommodating a full-length deck, or an extra-long and wide deck for deliveries.

This e-bike comes with an electric motor for pedal assistance, making it easier to carry heavy loads or navigate hilly terrain. Another advantage of the separate motor bay compartment is its flexibility throughout the lifespan of the Modula. It can be equipped with almost any type of mid-drive motor, including a non-electric bike bottom bracket variant. So, as technology advances, the e-bike can be easily reconstructed and upgraded by a skilled mechanic, eliminating the need to purchase a new electric bicycle.

Aso it is loaded with a collection of intelligent accessories, including foldable stainless steel Teddy bars, the Cargo Nest bag, foldable footrests, bamboo seats, and a variety of other features. The Fabriga Modula will be offered in multiple trim levels, starting from €2,770 for the standard version and €4,970 for the top version, featuring a high-end engine, set to be released by September 2023.

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Pedal-powered bicycle with clever in-frame storage to keep camping essentials safe

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Electric bikes have a lot of undeniable pros – highlighting ones being – the green aspect and modern design to appeal to young buyers. Already, E-bike concepts for adventure seekers who want to go beyond the city limits add a layer of high-quality suspension system and robust body to the mix to lure riders who desire to explore the dirt trails.

While off-roading four-wheelers come with the advantage of hauling cargo as well, an e-bike simply doesn’t have enough room to carry around your essential camping gear. With this clever electric bike that notion could take a back seat.

Designer: Luca Matturro, Michele D’Angelo, Ruggero Vizzini, Francesco Piccinelli, Filippo Coacci

The electric bike dubbed IEDEX is an exploration bicycle at heart with enough space to store the camping essentials without creating any visual disparity. The versatile team of designers has managed to design the e-bike with ad-hoc space to store two luggage bags in the frame itself. Unlike other bicycle frame designs adopting a triangular or connected shape for structural integrity, this one skips the down tube courtesy of the unibody design.

The smaller and the larger storage units are fastened using Fidlock fasteners that magnetically keep things in place and are easy to remove as well. Each one of these Fidlock Snap M fasteners can hold a weight of up to 15 kg. The bigger one dubbed Camping Equipment Bag slides out easily from one side with a handle. According to the design team, the smaller Personal Items Bag mounts using two fasteners, sliding from the top of the bike frame by swiveling the saddle to one side. With the Fidlock Snap female points, this bag turns into a shoulder bag with a shoulder strap.

Ride comfort on gravel tracks is important, hence the bike gets Hiride 40mm travel suspension on the steerer tube. The front suspension is paired to the seat tube with a play of 20mm so that even newbies get accustomed to the bike’s rideability. The frame is a combination of a straight tube and step-through shape with the MTB characteristics – a balanced suspension and low fork trail. One USP of the IEDEX that designers are emphasizing a lot is Heinzmann’s Ride by Wire System which is a combination of motor and transmission, getting any chain-falling events out of the equation.

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GMC reveals a custom VanMoof E-bike drop in the run up to its Sierra EV announcement next week

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As the company approaches the launch date for its highly anticipated Sierra EV, GMC is partnering with livestream shopping platform NTWRK for a series of ‘drops’ or limited edition merchandise sales that include products, artwork, NFTs, and even a one-off custom version of the VanMoof electric bike, designed in collaboration with fashion designer Dao-Yi Chow. The Van Moof will exist as a single piece and can be bought during GMC and NTWRK’s Days of Drops event, which will be held on the 20th of October.

Priced at $1,000, the custom Van Moof E-Bike will boast automatic electronic gear shifting, anti-theft tech, and a removable power bank, among other high-tech innovative features.

Designer: Dao-Yi Chow for NTWRK and GMC

The VanMoof bike comes with a minimal-yet-robust-looking frame and catches the eye with its red and black colorway. Although GMC hasn’t mentioned which model this is, just by the looks of it and its feature list, it seems like a custom version of the e-bike company’s Red Dot Award-winning S3 model. This new colorway, however, comes from the mind of Dao-Yi Chow, a New York-born-and-raised designer who co-created the street-savvy fashion brand Public School in 2008, which has received high acclaim with several major fashion awards (CFDA’s Swarovski Award for Menswear & Menswear Designer of the Year, US Woolmark Prize for Menswear). “His collections continue to be sold in boutiques and department stores such as Bergdorf Goodman, Harvey Nichols, Maxfield, Isetan, Boon The Shop, and Mr. Porter”, mentions GMC in their press release.

NTWRK’s Day of Drops will also include a range of highly sought-after art and collectibles. Other creators involved include Hoop Dream Studios, a curated BE@RBICKS drop, and a luxury art drop featuring designers such as HAROSHI, Cristina Martinez, MATT SENNA, and more.

The Day of Drops will culminate in a special live episode, where GMC will reveal the first-ever Sierra EV at 5:00 pm ET on October 20th

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This futuristic cyberpunk motorbike uses a hydrogen fuel cell that provides 100% clean energy

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Meet Hydra, an e-bike with a difference. Unlike traditional electric motorcycles that rely on a powertrain that pulls energy from a lithium-ion battery, Hydra offers an alternate, much more experimental solution – hydrogen fuel cells. Although still in its infancy, hydrogen fuel cells promise absolutely clean energy. Unlike gasoline-powered engines, the fuel cells have zero harmful emissions, and unlike traditional lithium-ion battery EVs, hydrogen fuel cells do away with toxic battery acids that can potentially wreak havoc on the environment if not disposed of properly. In fact, when fueled with pure hydrogen, the only by-products are heat and water (hence the name Hydra), making the technology a zero-emission, sustainable power source.

Designers: Anton Guzhov, Anton Brousseau & André Taylforth

Although the technology itself is rather fascinating, what’s more appealing here is the designers’ treatment of the motorcycle, giving it an entirely distinct new form factor to hat-tip the fact that this isn’t your average gas-powered vehicle. The Hydra is undeniably cyberpunk, with the clever use of straight lines to define forms and curves only to round off edges. The bike isn’t lithe or aerodynamic, but rather has an almost robotic appeal with its affinity for straight lines and simple geometric shapes. Hydra’s front is dominated by a large block which serves as the hydrogen fuel cell. The engine sits right below the cantilever seat, powering the rear wheel directly.

The Hydra sports a beautiful translucent fairing, which reveals the complexities inside and provides the perfect contrast against the other carbon fiber components used around the e-bike.

A look at the Hydra under its fairing gives a better idea of its underlying tech. Even for a motorcycle that’s entirely conceptual at the moment, the level of detail and planning gone into executing this design is just staggering.

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Pedal-assisted LAMBRO e-bikes are tailored for easy passenger and cargo hauling

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The three-wheeled cargo bikes are slowly inching their claws towards interesting variations. This makes complete sense for various applications – be it rural or urban scenarios. Italy-based e-mobility company Repower has got a duo of three-wheeled electric trikes that boast structural integrity as well as functional superiority for real-world usage.

These three-wheeled vehicles designed by industrial design firm Makio Hasuike come in two variants – the open-bed version and a closed one for cargo hauling and passenger commuting respectively. Dubbed the LAMBROGio and the LAMBROGino, these electric trikes are pedal-assisted as well, and have each go their set of merits.

Designer: Repower and Makio Hasuike

The LAMBROGino has more of an e-rikshaw-like design to scout the city for ferrying around passengers on the lookout for an economically and comfy ride to the nearest destination. The LAMBROGio has an enclosed space for safely transporting small-sized cargo without being too much of a burden on the environment. In fact, both these e-vehicles are crafted to be recyclable to produce less e-waste. According to Makio Hasuike, the bodywork is made up of recyclable polyethylene.

Contoured shapes dominate design on these for minimum airflow resistance. The weight has also been trimmed down to the minimum which further helps in economical battery conservation and stretching out the total mileage. The cargo version has a front door that doubles as a shade for the rider. While the passenger version of the electric bike could have benefited from a similar shade for those hot or rainy days, still customization is just that auto shop’s distance away.

The multiple uses of the two come into the picture in the form of a platform for the cargo version to increase the capacity and stability of the load. Place it vertically and it can be used as a vertical clothes hanger. It also gets a front compartment with removable pockets made out of recyclable material. They can be used to store small objects, packages, or documents. On the other hand, the LAMBROgino can also be used with increased load capacity by removing the bench. There are shockproof protectors on the side handrail which is another important feature.

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Layer Design reveals the ultimate Pendler e-bike with modular accessories and high practicality quotient

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Electric bike startups are popping up more frequently than ever – pitching economic means of transport without harming the environment. The London-based creative agency Layer Design has impressed us at Yanko Design with their creations, and their latest two-wheeler conceptual urban e-bike is no different.

The electric bicycle is built to be safer on the roads, ideal of modern lifestyle and better in performance than other options on the market. Christened the Pendler bike, it gets the name from Danish word pendling (meaning commuting), and is a nod to the country’s deep cycling culture.

Designer: Layer Design

The idea of this concept is centered on the U-shaped frame which is basically a thick structural element. This lends the two-wheeler an identifiable silhouette for on-off urban riding needs. Aesthetics and feasible performance of the Pendler are given much attention which is important for a design to materialize for mass production.

45Nm electric motor on the e-bike is concealed well within the frame and the detachable timber accessories add a dimension of practical usefulness to the e-bike. Layer Design has been mindful enough to bring built-in solutions to problems cyclists come across. Things such as bike storage or communication with surrounding traffic. According to Benjamin Hubert the creation solves a number of predicaments of daily city commute while keeping the tech driven positioning and aesthetics intact.

Pendler folds down flat for easy storage since handlebar rotates 90 degrees to align with the main frame and the pedals fold down flat. The wheels have been kept down to 20-inches to keep up the compact theme – good enough to carry on a public transport too. Modularity comes in the form of detachable and modular baskets on the front and rear. This gives rider the flexibility to add or remove these add-ons as per need.

The communication aspect is taken care of by the phone dock for navigation, height adjustable saddle and indicator lights on the handlebar. This way the rider doesn’t have to put his/her hand out to alarm other motorists. Pendler is powered by a swappable 25Wh battery that churns out 70 km range on single charge and top speed of 25 km/h.

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Top 10 e-bicycle designs of 2021

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In 2021, living more sustainably and consciously should be a priority for all of us, – whether it’s making changes in our daily lives, consumption, or even our means of transportation. Our typical fossil-fuel-consuming means of transportation need to be replaced by greener and more environment-friendly alternatives, and Electric Bicycles are an appealing option! Not only do they curb fuel consumption and reduce automotive emissions, but they’re also a healthy source of exercise for us! I mean, not only do we get to save the Earth from air pollution, but we can also get some intense cardio done. And they’re becoming an increasingly popular option day by day. It’s estimated that by 2023, the total number of electric bicycles in circulation around the world, will be 300 million, which is an exponential increase, from the 200 million back in 2019. It looks like everyone is slowly and steadily hopping onto the e-bicycle bandwagon! And, we’ve curated a whole range of innovative designs for you. From a sleek portable e-bike with a unique three-fold mechanism to a transforming and self-balancing unicycle – we have a whole collection of sleek, modern, and super cool e-bikes for you!

1. BaoPham Design’s e-bike concept

This e-bike concept from BaoPham Design features centerless wheels that reduce the rotating inertia found in heavier wheels. Equipped with slim road bike tires, BaoPham’s concept e-bike boasts an aerodynamic build that cuts out the extra drag from air pressure and skin friction to give the bike a speedy ride. Conceptualized with a swift, Z-frame, the e-bike concept from BaoPham Design would host an electric motor located in the bike’s rear-wheel rotor that would be activated once the pedals are moved. The Z-frame of BaoPham Design’s e-bike would be constructed entirely from metal or aluminum for a sleek look and swift ride. Additionally, the hubless wheels of BaoPham Design’s e-bike reduce the rotating inertia found in wheels with spokes and a hub.

2. The ONEBOT-S7

E-bikes are a household name now, they are a common mode of transportation in many cities – with safety norms – for cyclists. Add to that the convenience of being able to fold the bike instantly, and it becomes a versatile option to get from point A to B efficiently, effectively, and quickly. To ensure this portability and convenience, the ONEBOT-S7 uses a unique three-fold structure – as opposed to the two-step folding design that we all are familiar with – which makes the e-bike ultra-compact when folded so it can fit in the boot of the car or slide under your workstation (however and wherever you please to use it). Compressed into the smallest single unit possible, this e-bike when folded measure only 60cm in height and length and just 35cm in width. ONEBOT-S7 is fitted with a removable battery pack in the frame, tucked neatly under the seat post. It sits there unobstructed and blends with the uniform frame design and colorway eliminating any distraction from the chrome-like finish of the e-bike.

3. Titaa

While riding manual unicycles might be too much of a learning curve for most, self-balancing, electric unicycles sound more like something we could all get behind. Titaa, a unicycle with just those sorts of mechanics, conceptualized by Husky Design is a dual-purpose, modular vehicle that can transform from a bicycle into a self-balancing unicycle. In its full form, Titaa is an electric two-wheeler in the shape of a cargo bike. When riding Titaa as a two-wheeler, users sit upright on a curved, elevated seat rest that slopes down toward the bicycle’s set of foot pedals. There, users can rest their feet while the motor charges the e-bike ahead. Built into the rear-wheel component, Titaa runs on a battery-operated system that can be replaced and recharged near the vehicle’s foot pedals.

4. The PXID – A1

Dubbed the PXID – A1, this compact electric bicycle folds to the size of a small suitcase for easy transportation in the boot or even be carried to the office floor, that’s if the boss permits. The folding bicycle rides on 14-inch tires and the rear tires get power from the onboard electric battery for assistive riding on ascends. The seat is height adjustable and the revamped design as compared to the earlier S1 model adapts an angular frame design. This gives the A1 a far better foldable aesthetic that’s practical in use. In fact, it is so compact in the foldable position, you can even store more luggage in the boot of your car with the A1 foldable electric bicycle sitting on one corner!

5. The Pilot Bicycle

This final design is centered on a lightweight 7005 series aluminum frame and striking hubless wheel characteristics. To finalize the hubless wheel design that is functional to the last detail, Franz took help from his mechanical engineering colleagues. In the end, the off-center axle design had the additional gear to spin the wheels at a proper rate with pedaling motion. This is assisted by the onboard motor for that extra boost on inclines when the throttle is pressed. The Pilot bicycle finally came to life after countless edits and alterations to the design. The next step was to finalize the colors, materials, and finishes.

7. Lyft’s redesigned e-bike

For the past three years, Lyft has been developing an e-bike that embodies the best in safety technology and low carbon footprint. Now, finally, it sees fruition in the form of this upbeat e-bike. According to Lyft‘s President and Co-Founder John Zimmer Lyft is all about “creating affordable, reliable and joyful transportation experiences – and few things create joy like riding this new e-bike“. The single gear transmission e-bike is built for every kind of rider with improved ergonomics and is pure joy to ride in cities – thanks to the transmission tuning for any kind of speed or road grade. It bears a very sleek form factor perfectly matched to the smooth and adaptive motor integrated into the frame. Keeping in mind the young riders, Lyft’s e-bike comes with personalized features including a built-in speaker system, hydraulic brakes for consistent stopping power, onboard sensors for safety, retroreflective paint to shine in the dark, and lighting effects keeping in mind urban riders demand.

8. The One Line

South Korea-based mobility designer Jung Soo Lee has mustered up the niche idea of a two-wheeled commuter for the whole family inspired by the simple line, and that’s the reason she likes to call it the One Line. The idea is darn simple – a line is the mainframe of the commute, and depending on who’s going to use it, One Line can adapt to that form. It can be a classic Korean bicycle with a basket (having integrated light) to keep the groceries you just bought from the supermarket or fresh flowers for your lover. Then in another avatar, it can take the shape of an electric scooter for faster commuting from one place to the other. One scenario for usage is the e-kickboard, wherein the line frame design now functions as the platform for standing. For the first two iterations, the battery is placed under the seat with LED indicators displaying the remaining battery levels.

9. Prototype 0

Called Prototype 0, this velodrome track racing bicycle imagined for speed heads shines out with its unibody design that’s centered on drag reduction and aerodynamic optimization for maximum acceleration with minimum effort. The ultra-slim profile of the Prototype helps in achieving the least possible aerodynamic drag which is great for effortless commuting. The bike is a fixie – a single-speed gear bicycle that is tailored for urban riding for extra degree control. Don’t expect it to be as good for steep ascends or rugged terrain, as it’s purely designed to be a racing demon for smooth tarmac surfaces. The presence of a bigger gear shaft means that the control is going to be the ride’s forte.

10. OOH Bike

Victor Tabares, a designer based in bustling Barcelona, felt inspired to design and produce OOH BIKE. Since this e-bike retains its pedaling capabilities, most of the standout features from OOH BIKE are integrated into the bicycle itself. Just within the cyclist’s periphery vision, the battery levels are displayed along the top of the bicycle’s frame. Lit-up, neon lights signify the bicycle’s battery levels by the quarter. The front wheel on the OOH BIKE is entirely hubless, producing a metropolitan finished look that gives an otherwise integrated and functional bike some style. Additionally, the spokeless front helps rotate the wheel quickly and with little effort. While centerless wheels are primarily, it seems, an aesthetic decision, they do work well in city environments.

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This micro-mobility charging station features universal power adapters to minimize the hardware used in going electric!

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Duckt is a micro-mobility charging station that features a universal power adapter so every type of micro-mobility vehicle – from bikes to scooters can charge with ease!





By now, we’re all familiar with micro-mobility vehicles, like e-bikes and e-scooters. They fill our city sidewalks and their charging stations are found on avenues every couple of blocks. While micro-mobility concepts are typically designed for convenience first and foremost, all of the different micro-mobility vehicles take different charges which complicate the entire transportation process.

Offering a solution, Duckt is a modern micro-mobility concept that weaves a universal charger into its design to streamline charging periods and bridge all of the different micro-mobility vehicles already out there.

Inspired by the numerous configurations that can be created from perfect geometry, the team of designers, Alimşan Kablan, Emre Özsöz, and Pelin Özbalcı, positioned Duckt on power bases that form basic shapes. Chosen for their familiarity and clean design, the basic shape of the power station allows room for more than one type of vehicle to park.

The universal aspect of the charging station comes through Duckt’s adapter that can attach to any micro-mobility vehicle to then connect to the power station for charging. Conceptualized in three different layouts, each power station comes with ports for micro-mobility vehicles to slide into.

The first layout is Duckt’s simplest form, featuring a single dock for charging and a locking mechanism to ensure the vehicle receives all of the intended charges. The next layout, called B2, features a dual docking station for two vehicles in addition to the locking mechanism that’s built into every port.

The master connector, P1 “is a bridge that enables these stations to open up to the internet.” The tall, rectangular power port comes with a QR code that users can scan to access the internet while charging their e-bike or e-scooter. Recognized by A’Design Awards and Red Dot, Duckt is a modern solution for a modern inconvenience.

Designers: Alimşan Kablan, Emre Özsöz, and Pelin Özbalcı

Duckt’s P1 station comes with embedded QR codes that access the internet. 

When put together, Duckt accommodates every type of micro-mobility vehicle.

Each dock comes with a secure locking mechanism to ensure constant charging.

The “master connector,” P1 brings every component together.

The basic geometry of Duckt’s configuration allows room for more than one type of vehicle to park.

Integrated lighting makes Duckt visible even at night.

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