Electric bicycles do not yet have great load capacity or greater protection for passengers. CityQ, a new four-wheeled e-bike, can now change that. The vehicle should be driven just like a bicycle, relying on a 250 watt engine that increases the pedaling force of the passenger.
The bike also has a windshield, roof and side doors that help protect passengers from wind and rain. The cabin can be configured to accommodate a cabin with extra load space.
The pedals, however, are not directly connected to the traction mechanism, replaced by a traction system managed by software similar to that found in some electric cars. The pedals generate energy and CityQ uses this energy to move. The batteries take about 5 hours to fully recharge and guarantee an autonomy of up to 100 kilometres. In case the battery runs out, the bike will move with pedals, like any other.
With roof, windscreen and side doors, cyclists protect themselves from rain and wind and the cabin can take up to 2 adults, one behind the other. The back space of the cabin can also carry two small children or be used as a luggage rack. CityQ is qualified as an electric bicycle, which means it can be driven on bicycle paths and in other areas that are not intended for cars. It also does not require a driving licence to be driven.
