Transport Online - Semi-trailer e-cargo bike ePack is ready

The British start-up CityShuttle wants to revolutionize cargo bike logistics and has presented the ePack 4, a semi-trailer concept that is due to hit the market this year. The cargo pedelec has a four cubic meter bike trailer that can hold up to 350 kilograms of payload. Two sunlight-readable 43-inch QLED screens are mounted on the side, which can be used for advertising purposes and six-second spots. The entire train measures an impressive five meters in length, but with a width of 90 centimeters it is suitable for cycle paths and with a height of 1.96 meters it is also suitable for underground car park access. In addition, the recumbent bike concept enables a relatively compact turning circle. The side door has a height of 1.63 meters and a width of 68 centimeters. 

The basis of the concept is a powder-coated steel frame chassis. The chassis uses a double wishbone suspension on all 6 wheels, the brakes are designed specifically for cargo bikes, with 2 mm discs, braided hoses, reinforced pistons as well as discs and pads. The wheels use forged 20-inch aluminum rims with 2.6 mm wide tires. Two 250-watt motors provide chain-free and low-maintenance pedal support up to 25 km/h. The lighting is provided by LED lights at the front and rear, and there are also daytime running lights, indicators, brake lights and a driving sound to warn pedestrians. The company was founded in 2018 and has set itself the goal of sustainable, emission-free logistics for the last mile. The scalable solution should also be worthwhile for the user.

"My vision has always been for Cityshuttle to design and develop a range of sustainable, environmentally friendly urban transport solutions. By working with innovative designers, my ambition to make these products a reality is about to become a reality," explains Founder and CEO Keith Jones.

Source: Transport-Online.De