Posted on 03/12/2023 3:51:39 AM PDT by Libloather
Are you ready to say goodbye to all the high costs of owning a car and hello to a new electric cargo bike as a cost-effective alternative?
When first I saw this invention, I thought it seemed crazy.
While an electric cargo bike may not be suitable for everyone, particularly those who need to transport large or heavy items, it is a viable option for many seeking a more sustainable and cost-effective mode of transportation.
**SNIP**
And hey, I could use the exercise and the help of a battery-powered ride when things get heavy.
That's the idea behind the Mate SUV cargo bike. It is environmentally friendly, promotes physical activity, and can be more maneuverable in urban areas. Also, research shows that using an electric bike for transportation can save thousands of dollars per year compared to car ownership.
The new electric cargo bike is called the Mate SUV, and it originally came about back in 2016 as an inexpensive folding e-bike. Now it's been redesigned, and it promises the convenience of a car and the agility of a bike. It was originally made in Copenhagen, which is known to be a bike-friendly city, in the hopes of having more families opt to use these bikes over cars.
The Mate SUV's 250W motor can go 16 miles per hour at top speed and range up to 62 miles with a single battery charge. It comes with integrated front and back lights and an LED lightbar that frames the front box. It also has features like location tracking, unspecified "anti-theft protection," and a USB jack to keep your phone powered. You can add accessories to this bike as well, including a child seat, off-road tires, and an all-weather roof.
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Who embraced EV’s?
Are you a negative thinker?
Are you still in GA? I'm a Dawg though I spent most of my career in NYC.
I am a mountain biker and the only thing I like about EVs is ebikes.
At least so far, ebikes are permitted on mountain biking trails, so I am hoping some of my lard ass friends might take up the sport on ebikes and get in shape (slowly). Ebikes aren't great exercise but they are better than nothing.
The author of the article
Did you take the article seriously?
I think the author took the article seriously and if you want to see EV fanaticism on FR ping TexasGator. So although the article is drivel, there is a segment of the population that thinks EVs are the answer to modern transportation rather than an inferior technology being rammed down our throats by government with the obvious goal of limiting our mobility. EVs and their proponents should be ridiculed and demeaned at every opportunity.
Like that dainty thing could haul even one hay bale. Or a month of supplies. Or one kid.
Let's not even get into weather.
In other words, "kids, back away from the crazy man slowly and when I throw the biscuit to him run for the truck."
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