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Changing the oil and filter, replacing spark plugs, checking the exhaust system - these costly maintenance tasks are not necessary with an electric vehicle. So the question arises: Does an e-car need to be inspected? And if so, who offers this service? Not all manufacturers have their own nationwide network of workshops. ATU now offers a manufacturer-independent all-round service for e-cars. What maintenance work is necessary for fully electric vehicles? Although the typical maintenance tasks of an internal combustion engine are not required, a few essential components of an e-car should not be neglected. Wear parts such as tyres, brakes and windscreen wipers, as well as operating fluids such as brake fluid and coolant, should also be checked regularly in vehicles with alternative drives. The 12V on-board battery is and remains the number one cause of breakdowns. To prevent defects, it is advisable to have the vehicle inspected and checked regularly. As a rule, maintenance is less frequent than for conventional combustion engines. The respective manufacturer gives recommendations here. With the Hyundai Kona Electric, for example, the vehicle is called into the workshop after the first 15,000 km. With other brands, this is much later; VW and Tesla want to see their customers again after 2 years. The Aiways U5 only needs to be inspected after 100,000 km or three years. Does the inspection of an e-car have to be done at an authorised workshop? No. Independent workshops such as ATU* are also allowed to carry out inspections and maintenance on your e-vehicle. There is no need to fear a loss of warranty. The prerequisite for this is that the motor vehicle mechatronics technicians are trained for high-voltage work. Only with this qualification may repairs be carried out on e-cars. In addition, it should be ensured that work is only carried out according to the manufacturer's specifications and that original-quality parts are used. We present the service offer for electric vehicles by ATU in more detail in our e-Services. In the case of car leasing or car subscription, however, the small print in the contract counts. Under certain circumstances, a workshop obligation may be stipulated. If the journey to the nearest specialist workshop is too far, some manufacturers, such as Tesla, offer the option of using a mobile workshop service. The desired appointment can be conveniently booked via the vehicle app and a service vehicle will then come to your home or office. After all, electric two-wheelers also require regular care and maintenance. Not all independent workshops offer service for e-vehicles Providers of services for e-cars and the like must be able to prove that they have certain qualifications. However, this effort is too high for some workshops. 20 % of the participants in a survey by the initiative "Quality is added value" are not yet planning to expand their service in terms of electro mobility. The reasons for this would be the limited working time or the below-average market share of e-vehicles. Some consider e-mobility to be only a temporary phenomenon because electric drives would not become established anyway – probably more of a fallacy, as it was 100 years ago on the part of the horse-drawn carriages. Inspections for e-cars are cheaper. Since there is less work involved in maintaining an e-vehicle, according to the Institute of the Automotive Industry (IFA), the overall costs are about 35% less than for a petrol or diesel car. Thus, one can expect costs of about €150 for the first inspection. The second service is somewhat more expensive due to the materials required. The brakes last a long time thanks to recuperation and are not broken even after three years and 55,000 kilometres driven, but rather rusting. How often does an electric car have to go to the main inspection? However, certain important dates should not be forgotten: The intervals of the statutory general inspection (HU) remain unchanged, but the exhaust emission test (AU) and its costs of around 40 € are of course omitted. Not only vehicles with combustion engines, but also electric cars, must be inspected by TÜV & Co. 36 months after initial registration. After that, the MOT for e-cars is due every 24 months. In principle, there are no differences between the inspection of an e-vehicle and an internal combustion vehicle Only the different components require a different inspection. While the engine management and exhaust gas purification systems of combustion engines are inspected, the high-voltage system of purely electric vehicles is inspected extensively. In addition, the inspectors check the condition of the insulation, cables, connections and plugs. The insertion and removal of the plug from the charging connection is also subjected to an inspection. Overall, the focus of the inspection is mainly on safety-relevant aspects. The lithium-ion battery in particular is examined intensively during the main inspection of an electric vehicle. Ultimately, it should be noted that the maintenance costs for an electric vehicle are also lower and the effort is considerably less than for a conventional combustion engine. Nevertheless, your garage will certainly be happy about regular visits – even if it's only for a seasonal tyre change. The links marked with an asterisk (*) are so-called commission links. If you click on such a link and place an order via this link, voylt will receive a commission from your purchase.

You have to like sushi - or not. While tastes differ when it comes to the Asian speciality, the vote is clear when it comes to the attractively priced e-bikes from the Munich forge: Sushi bikes are a worthwhile investment for both the eye and the wallet. The Munich start-up has made a tremendous development and presents with the new Sushi Maki 3.0* an e-bike for the city as it should be: functional, modern, affordable and above all: with a lot of drive! Sushi Mobility GmbH was founded in Munich in 2019 by Andreas Weinzierl and Joko Winterscheid, who was the face of the brand in the early days. This has since been taken over by the founder with heart and soul Andy Weinzierl himself and embodies the Sushi brand like no other. The goal of the product development was to develop an e-bike that is good in quality but costs under 1,000 €. The founding team achieved this with the Maki 1.0 in 2019. In the meantime, a lot of tinkering has been done, improvements have been made, production has been moved from Asia to Portugal, all of which has made the entire production and functionality of the Sushi bikes more sustainable and comfortable overall. Electrically mobile in the city with the Sushi Maki 3.0 e-bike. The slim yet sporty look is convincing. There are no unnecessary bells and whistles. The latest version, the Sushi Maki 3.0, has been equipped with several features that make the Sushi e-bike even more attractive for the city. As an e-bike, the Sushi is a real lightweight with a total weight of just 17 kilograms. The aluminium frame construction has three different frame sizes (S, M and L) to suit almost all body sizes, there is a hydraulic disc brake system, tyres have puncture protection and the handlebar grips are ergonomically shaped. The lighting consists of high-quality LED lights. Mudguards are optionally available. On the handlebars there is an LC display as standard, which serves as a display and control unit for the e-drive. However, there are no connectivity features or app connections. A 200 W hub motor is installed in the rear wheel. The 230 Wh battery, weighing only 1.3 kg, is mounted on the frame and is removable. Visually, it is almost reminiscent of a rocket engine. In addition, it has a USB port as a charging option for the mobile phone. The pedelec's pedal assistance can be activated on a small display and individually adjusted to 5 different levels. If you select the strongest support, a range of up to 40 km in urban areas is realistic, and even up to 75 km if you ride economically. And it is precisely for urban use that the Sushi Maki 3.0 is ideal. The electric drive assistance makes the ride easier even on small inclines. Big hills and long rides, on the other hand, are a little less comfortable to manage, as there is only one fixed gear ratio - there is little room for adjustment. The e-bike is delivered directly to your home or, if you wish, to a partner workshop, which will then carry out the final assembly for a small flat-rate assembly fee. Optional accessories can also be purchased directly from the manufacturer. These include a luggage rack (front or rear), an Abus folding lock, helmet, bike care set, backpack or a removable mudguard. Conclusion: The Sushi Maki 3.0 is not a high-tech designer e-bike with pages of operating instructions. There are certainly a few drawbacks with regard to the components installed. However, with the Sushi bike you get a modern and functional city bike for little money - just get on and ride. You can find the Sushi Maki 3.0 and other stylish e-bikes in our e-shop. The links marked with an asterisk (*) are so-called commission links. If you click on such a link and place an order via this link, voylt will receive a commission from your purchase.

It's that time again: The Caravan Salon 2023 in Düsseldorf opens its doors once more. At the world's largest trade fair for mobile travel, 750 exhibitors in 16 halls will present trends and useful information about caravanning. We were on site and look for innovations in e-mobility: Are there further developments in electric drives? How do electric vehicles complement the overall "sustainable travel" package? What role does e-mobility play in caravans and the like? We took a look around. Electric drives are no longer a topic at the Caravan Salon Last year we still saw a few studies full of electric touring campers that were supposed to point the way to an electrified future of the motorhome landscape. This year, most manufacturers have left even these studies at home and are monotonously proclaiming that electrification of drives is not feasible. The reasons: 1. the increased weight of the vehicles due to the batteries to be installed lead to several problems that do not seem to be solvable even in the near future. due to the higher weight of the vehicles, the existing driving licence is often no longer sufficient for many users. Drivers who obtained their Class B driving licence after 1 January 1999 may only drive motor vehicles up to a maximum permissible mass of 3.5 tonnes. However, this limit is to be raised to 4.25 tonnes this autumn. 2. purely electric vehicles have too short a range for holiday trips. Batteries that would provide acceptable range performance would be far too large. 3. and lastly: The vehicles would be too expensive. They would no longer be attractive in terms of price as a motorhome for the holiday season. This means that the topic of purely electric drives is over for the manufacturers. And no VW ID. Buzz in which you put a mattress. Even the presentation of a plug-in study of the popular VW T7 California Concept does not convince the true e-mobilist. Knaus did bring its test vehicle, but parked it far away in the back corner of the exhibition hall. The project of purely electric drives will not be pursued further. But at least Knaus is presenting a world first: the Yaseo is the caravan of e-mobility. The YASEO offers gas-free electrical appliances as standard, such as an induction hob, air conditioning and refrigerator. Thanks to standard E.POWER technology, all appliances can be powered by shore power or from an electric towing vehicle with V2L technology. Simply plug in the charging cable in the towing vehicle and in the YASEO, and you have the perfect connection for energy exchange. In addition, the newly designed, narrow body reduces the frontal area by 14 % compared to conventional caravans. This ensures significantly reduced air resistance. This and the remarkable lightness of the trailer offer decisive range advantages with e-vehicles. The trend is towards urban campers and microcamping Campers love freedom, nature and the opportunity to move around as freely as possible even with their vehicle. And now they have the opportunity to upgrade their individual dream vehicle to a purely electric version for their own travel needs. There are numerous design options here and so the e-mobilist can configure his vehicle individually. At the Caravan Salon 2023, Nissan will present the all-electric Nissan Townstar EV station wagon with camping extension for the first time. In addition to a practical kitchen module, the family electric vehicle also comes with a practical roof tent. In addition to a two-burner gas hob and a sink with water connection, a cool box with a capacity of fourteen litres is also installed. Drawers for kitchen accessories and a drawer with knives and work surface are also included. The Maggiolina Airlander Plus Black roof tent has a lying area of 130 x 210 cm and can be raised with a crank. A height-adjustable aluminium ladder provides access to the inside of the roof tent via one of the two entrances. Two adults can fit comfortably inside. Among other things, it is equipped with mosquito nets at all openings, a sound-absorbing interior canopy and a practical ceiling lamp. The electric motor has an output of 90 kW (122 hp). The 45 kWh battery can accept AC charging up to 22 kW or DC via the CCS connection. The latter allows charging from 15 to 80 percent in just 37 minutes. In addition, the e-car is equipped with a heat pump that efficiently heats the vehicle interior. But also a battery cooling system that optimises the life of the drive battery is on board. In addition, there were numerous exhibitors who also offer individual vehicle conversions. Here, interested campers see all the possibilities: from purist variants to original vehicle concepts. A lot of emphasis is also placed on optimal transport options for light vehicles, which may then also be electric. For the safe transport of the e-moped in the rear garage, Camp&Bike now offers a scooter holder system including a drive-on rail called Moto. With the modular construction principle of BOBs Garage, fixing is now easy and flexible to implement in the motorhome garage. e-mobility as complementary vehicles On the open-air site, micromobility suppliers present their e-vehicles. Although there were fewer exhibitors overall than in previous years, I met our tried and tested partners here who made their e-scooters and e-bikes available for test drives. In addition to the tried and tested scuddy Premium, Scuddy is also showing the new scuddy Quad, a four-wheeled variant with a rigid rear axle. The configuration possibilities of the saddle, battery, handlebar and other vehicle parts are manifold. Almost anything is possible! The vehicle can be pre-ordered now. Steereon presents part of the colour variety of its vehicles, as the Steereon is available in up to 25 colours. New: The permissible total weight of the hybrid vehicle consisting of e-bike and e-scooter could be increased from 135 to 150 kg. And there is now the option of ordering a luggage rack. Additional baskets for the luggage carrier and handlebars expand the carry options for shopping trips and larger tours. Moovi has a patented load carrier system, which allows a high payload. New here is the offer of a large cool box. This makes the Moovi e-Scoooter particularly interesting for delivery services and parcel delivery companies. The manufacturer announces that it will soon be possible to attach additional batteries to the back of the transport plate. Then one can briefly change the battery connections and continue the journey. A sensible extension for even more range. Egret has arrived with the entire product range. Among them are the Egret One Limited Edition, which won the Eurobike Awards 2023, the Egret Pro and the Egret X. In just a few days there will be a new addition to the latter model: Colour will come into play. The Hamburg-based manufacturer will tell us more shortly. My personal highlight: the SpaceCamper Bike Finally, I enjoyed a private presentation of the SpaceCamper Bike by the co-founder and CEO of Spacecamper, Ben Wawra. Together with his colleague, he travelled from Darmstadt with the self-developed conversion of the electric "Load" cargo bike from Riese&Müller, which he also uses as an overnight accommodation in Düsseldorf. Five years ago, together with Markus Riese, the idea was born to turn a "normal e-cargo bike" into a multifunctional electric cargo bike on two wheels that can be used universally in everyday life, but is also suitable for leisure and holidays. The SpaceCamper Bike offers a bed, a table, numerous storage options and a roof over your head. It is made for digital nomads, leisure-hungry city dwellers, bicycle travellers and all other people in search of the right work-life balance. Home office in the middle of nature? No problem with the SpaceCamper Bike! "This bike is a real alternative that meets the essential needs of people. It allows you to be closer to nature and yourself, to just get down," Ben enthuses. And then I get to see it live and even try it out, because it's right behind the Spacecamper stand. And yes, it is very relaxing to lie on the variable lying surface. Tickets for the CARAVAN SALON 2023: The CARAVAN SALON in Düsseldorf is open to trade visitors and interested parties until 03 September from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day. A day ticket costs €17 during the week, €19 at the weekend, reduced tickets (now also for ADAC members) cost €14 on weekdays, €16 on Saturdays and Sundays. Afternoon tickets (Mon. - Fri., 2-6pm) are charged at just €10. A children's ticket (6-12 years) is available for €6 to €8. Tickets can only be ordered online via the ticket shop.

The McKinsey Center for Future Mobility has predicted the future of two-wheeled e-mobility in an article published in August entitled "The true global EV buzz comes on two wheels". The authors of the article conclude that by 2030, over 30 % of two-wheelers worldwide will be pure electric. Are we witnessing a real trend reversal or is the wishful thinking of e-mobilists playing too big a role here? Electrification of two-wheelers on the rise The share of purely electric vehicles in road traffic is rising, that is obvious. But the trend of e-mobility does not only include the now well-known and much observed e-cars. Two-wheeled BEVs are also gaining in importance. Electrification could also revolutionise the two-wheeled market - mopeds, scooters, motorbikes and motorbikes, which account for about 30% of global mobility. These vehicles are a vital link in the transport network, especially in China, South Asia and Southeast Asia, with about 45 million units sold in 2021. Currently, the share of e-two-wheelers is still small, but more and more new brands have recently entered the international market. The trend of new suppliers for electric vehicles is therefore not limited to passenger cars. For the two-wheeler market, an annual growth rate of 8.7 % is forecast until 2029, and by 2030, one third of all two-wheelers worldwide are expected to be electrically powered. Unfortunately, the ban on the sale of vehicles with internal combustion engines from 2035 as decided in the EU does not (yet) apply to two-wheelers - politicians have probably not thought far enough here. While China and developing countries focus on smaller, typically commercial or transport-oriented vehicles, interest in North America and Europe is higher in premium brands with more than 500 cubic capacity. Use for recreational and sporting purposes is the main focus here. China, for example, is leading the world in electric vehicle penetration because the government has strongly supported electrification. Europe still has some catching up to do. Why are electric two-wheelers not moving forward? There are several reasons why electric e-mopeds or e-motorcycles still attract little attention in this country. Higher purchase costs Currently, the purchase prices of electric two-wheelers are still in the upper price segments. This initially deters potential buyers, even if the follow-up costs are significantly lower and an e-vehicle is cheaper to drive overall. Subsidies also available for light electric vehicles Legislators and municipalities offer financial incentives for the purchase of e-cargo bikes or e-cars - the vehicle categories in between are left empty-handed. This is why the Federal Association for eMobility appeals to the government to improve the conditions for purchasing an e-two-wheeler. Short ranges The distances that electric two-wheelers can cover without recharging are usually relatively short. While they are sufficient for daily errands and trips into the surrounding area, many electric alternatives still reach their limits on long journeys. Lack of charging infrastructure Charging is usually done via normal household sockets. Public charging stations, however, offer the usual AC or DC charging options for e-cars. However, not every electric two-wheeler has the possibility to charge with a Type2 charging plug. Here, an expansion of the charging infrastructure is needed. A look into the future Battery technology for electric two-wheelers will continue to develop rapidly and significantly. Thanks to considerable progress in the development of batteries, electric two-wheelers will soon no longer be limited by their range. The current energy density of lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) and nickel-manganese-cobalt (NMC) batteries is already 180 and 250 Wh/kg, respectively, allowing a range of 80 to 120 km per charge. Sodium-ion batteries will expand the range in the future. To this end, battery manufacturers will make production more efficient and cheaper in the long run, which will have an impact on the price. Subsidies for other energy sources will be reduced in the future, oil prices will rise and thus the consumption figures will become even more attractive compared to a combustion engine vehicle. Manufacturers can benefit from the upswing in electric two-wheelers if they consider the following factors. Know the market: Manufacturers must know the needs of their customers and offer appropriate solutions. Only products that generate high customer satisfaction will succeed. Cost control: Procurement costs must be in relation to manufacturing costs and the subsequent RRP, so that cost-covering production is guaranteed in the long term. This is especially true for batteries. On the one hand, in-house developments are popular, but it may be more interesting, especially for new brands, to fall back on well-known standard batteries. Establish presence: A brand needs to be known in order to be found and to build trust. A product should inspire the prospective buyer. This starts with the research, through the buying process, to the customer service after the purchase of a vehicle, which includes comprehensive customer support. Make EV ownership easy: OEMs should actively promote the development of charging or exchange infrastructures and ensure that users can recharge their batteries on the go as easily as combustion engine users fill up their tanks. This should be complemented by offering attractive financing options to purchase the vehicle, such as leasing offers or job vehicles. Take the leading role: Manufacturers should take their customers' feedback seriously and learn from it to make product and service improvements. This enables them to develop innovative and modern vehicles that stand out from the comparable combustion variants. Scaling sustainability: CO₂-reducing aspects of product manufacturing should be taken into account right from the start-up phase of the company. Sustainable procurement strategies with short supply chains, environmentally friendly materials, well-recyclable batteries and the use of renewable energies are just a few features. Precaution: Government support for electrification can be a temporarily helpful measure to push electric two-wheelers in the market. However, they may be reduced again at a later stage and then manufacturers should be prepared for higher manufacturing costs. Are you looking for an electric two-wheeler? You'll find what you're looking for in our e-shop! e-mopeds up to 45 km/h e-motorcycles faster than 45 km/h

With the increase in electric cars on European roads, the question arises whether the number of charging stations in summer is sufficient to handle holiday traffic without disruption. Anyone who follows the problems at European airports will avoid traveling by plane this year if possible. International travel by train remains, but that's not for everyone. 55 percent of all fast European charging stations are located in three countries: Germany, the Netherlands and France. These fast chargers are publicly accessible charging stations with at least 150 kW of charging capacity. Here, the electric vehicle usually charges enough electricity in 10-20 minutes to ensure continued travel for several hundred kilometers. The expansion of fast chargers in Europe is growing Anyone who knows the situation on Germany's motorways knows that things can get tight here too. As of April 2023, according to statistics from the Federal Network Agency, the provider Tesla is one of the top 5 operators among the almost 16,000 fast chargers in Germany with almost 2,000 fast chargers, but their access is by no means open to drivers of all electric car brands everywhere. With EnBW, Pulse (Aral / BP) and Ionity, other providers are expanding quite aggressively, especially on the highways. They are struggling with the sometimes absurd complexities of expanding the charging infrastructure in Germany. The quasi-monopoly of refueling and resting on German motorways has so far proven to be more of a brake than a driver when it comes to expanding the charging infrastructure on German motorways. In Europe, Ionity (more than 2,500 fast chargers) and Fastned are setting the pace, but here too it is primarily the existing network of stations that is being expanded. What makes matters worse is that the map systems in the vehicles do not always clearly show the route to the nearest fast charger. An example: when I wanted to drive my Tesla to an Ionity fast charger in the south of France at night, my navigation system led me down a side street to the charging station, which was located in a motorway rest area. The gate to the rest area was locked, no chance of getting to the charging stations. The reason for this was the lack of access to the French motorways from outside, as there was a fear that people would want to avoid paying the fee (Péage). My Tesla showed me the way to most of the Ionity stations via external roads, the whole thing was quite laborious. European charging during the summer holidays: good to sufficient In Spain, on the other hand, there are no charging stations at motorway service stations and so the smallest villages suddenly become a charging hotspot for EV drivers. Unfortunately, in Spain, fast chargers are systems with a charging power of 50 kW or more - unfortunately, rapid charging is not really possible with this. Most charging stations in the country are operated by Endesa and Iberdrola, which work quite well in roaming with well-known apps and charging cards such as EnBW and Shell (Recharge). In Italy, the economic disparity is also reflected in the availability of fast chargers. And while the supply along the Brenner motorway down to Milan is really first-class, things get downright adventurous with the charging stations south of Rome. This turns loading into a scavenger hunt during the summer holidays. But a remedy is in sight: The large Italian energy supplier Enel X announced that it would continue to build up the fast-charging network on Italy's highways. In the neighboring country of Croatia, users of the Ionity app/maps in particular are well served, and it is easy to recharge along the motorways here. And if you're traveling towards Northern Europe, you won't have any problems finding a fast charger anyway. There are plenty of fast-charging stations in Denmark, Sweden and Norway, the model country for electric vehicles. Only the now very high proportion of electric cars makes it necessary to wait for a space at a station in some places. But here too, thanks to good waiting places and regulated queues, this time flies. No question - there is still a lot to do when it comes to the Europe-wide, comprehensive supply of fast chargers. But progress has been noticeable since last year. Unfortunately, the number of charging points is currently not increasing at the same rate as new registrations of electric vehicles.

Disbelief on the beach accompanies the silent carving of an e-tron foil as it floats over the water. This is the ultimate coolest kind of water sport. Little by little, more and more fans are taking a liking to this form of locomotion. e-foils are on the rise and there are now already several providers of these extraordinary electric watercraft. The Audi e-tron foil is currently the most popular and safest e-foil on the market, which we now also offer in our e-shop. The e-tron Foil from Audi in a fact check he Audi e-tron foil whizzes across the water at speeds of up to 50 km/h with zero emissions. Beginners cruise at a leisurely 15 to 30 km/h. Experienced water sports enthusiasts steer the e-Foil over the smooth surface of the water at an average speed of 40 km/h. The speed is controlled by remote control. The speed is controlled by remote control, which is held loosely in the hand. This shows the current battery charge status. Thanks to the finely adjustable drive lever, the controller with smart functions allows you to optimally adjust 10 power levels. With a moderate riding style, 1.5 hours of riding fun are guaranteed. With a gentle riding style, even longer. The maximum range and driving time depend on the weight of the driver, the weather conditions, the altitude and the setting of the wing. The Audi e-tron foil, which is made of carbon, weighs about 32 kg including the battery. The aerodynamics are reminiscent of an aeroplane wing, except that the e-foil glides through the water instead of the air. The faster you go, the more water flows over the drive foil and gives it lift. So eventually the board goes so high that it appears to be floating in the air. How difficult is it to learn to foil? If you already have surfing experience, foiling is quickly learned. It is even likely that you will be able to glide longer distances over the water on your first day. There are certainly e-foil courses offered in your area, for example in Berlin by our partner e-Surfer. In addition to technical instruction, you will also learn the most important rules of conduct and the basics of nautical law. It's always helpful to get tips and tricks from professionals. Can I glide everywhere with the e-Foil That depends. Unfortunately, there are no standardised solutions and therefore you have to get individual information on the spot. Basically, the use of electric surfboards is allowed on many waters as a small vehicle. If you use more than 2.21 kW (3 hp), you must have a licence. You only need a sports licence for watercraft with more than 11.03 kW (15 hp). However, there is one exception: on the Rhine, you need this licence for boats with more than 3.68 kW (5 hp). The safest e-foil in the world The Audi e-tron foil sets new standards with its closed and gearless drive system. It is particularly robust and noise-optimised. Carbon fibre mast and wings guarantee long durability and low weight. This means the board reacts extremely reliably and you can steer precisely around the turns. The installed technology is state-of-the-art. The individual components are also available as spare parts afterwards. The manufacturer also promises a matching app soon that offers additional features for your board. There is currently no better e-foil on the market. The Audi e-tron foil is now available in our e-Shop in the Adventure and Performance versions.

e-mobility is not only scooters and SUVs, but above all e-CargoBikes, e-load mopeds and e-utility vehicles! For flower shops, bakers or chimney sweeps: the quiet and emission-free all-rounders are the alternatives for the fast and sustainable transport of goods of all kinds! We provide information about the vehicle categories, performance options and the right vehicle. There are different types of electric utility vehicles: More and more business people are opting for electrically powered vehicles in order to be sustainably and at the same time cost-effectively mobile in their activities. In the meantime, numerous manufacturers offer a wide variety of solutions that can be individually adapted to the needs of the company. In this way, the loading areas can not only be individually configured, but also function as an advertising space on wheels at the same time. We present the different vehicle categories: Not only popular with young families: e-CargoBikes Shops also like to use e-CargoBikes to deliver their goods. The home shopping delivery service is not only popular in times of pandemic. Courier services also benefit from the light e-bikes with loading space, as they are manoeuvrable and the couriers often reach their destination faster on the cycle paths. Meanwhile, craftsmen also like to use the mobile workshops, with which they can ride directly to their customers. In this environmentally friendly way, they can easily transport the equipment from A to B and at the same time do something for their own health. In the meantime, there are also roofed cabins that protect the driver from wind and weather. However, the drive is still provided by pedals. As with a conventional pedelec, the power is assisted by an electric motor up to 25 km/h. The pedelec's speed is limited to 25 km/h. Therefore, these e-vehicles are also considered bicycles and require neither a driving licence nor an insurance licence plate. Incidentally, some cities and municipalities give subsidies for the purchase of e-CargoBikes. This makes the purchase attractive in addition to the often lower prices compared to a car. Parking problems adé: electric cargomopeds If you want to do without muscle power altogether and still be able to travel quickly in urban traffic, an electric cargo scooter is a good choice. The advantage of these vehicles is that they take up very little space, which makes it much easier to find a parking space. Parking in the second row, which annoys other road users, is no longer necessary. In addition, mopeds can be driven by young people from the age of 15 with an AM driving licence. This is practical if you employ schoolchildren as temporary workers. And if there is another traffic jam in the city, the e-moped has a clear advantage. It gets the pizza to the customer faster. We have the following e-mopeds on offer: ARI 145 Lastenmoped, Horwin EK1 with special setup, Cake Ösa Flex: Work, Cake Makka Flex: Work Would you like a little more? e-Cargi vehicles with 3 and 4 wheels Speaking of pizza: if it should rain, a microcar such as the ARI 902 would certainly be an alternative. This belongs to the L7e vehicle class and, with a net price of only 13,999 €, is an inexpensive alternative. If somewhat larger goods are to be transported, electric commercial vehicles with box bodies come into question. The transport cab can be customised, even a refrigeration function can be integrated, such as in the ARI 458 refrigerated vehicle. ARI Motors offers a wide range of configurations for its vehicles, so that the vehicle can be built precisely for the desired application. Whether as a three-wheeled ARI 345 flatbed or with the ARI 458 Food Truck - with the right equipment, you are well prepared for any eventuality. Electric commercial vehicles offer a number of advantages to business owners With their quiet drive, e-CargoBikes and cargo vehicles help reduce noise in urban areas. The lower operating costs and maintenance requirements make them economically attractive. The environmentally friendly nature of electric vehicles enables business operators to achieve their sustainability goals and build a green image. They also offer improved performance and range thanks to their fast acceleration and high efficiency. So by using electric commercial vehicles, tradespeople can not only cut costs but also reduce their environmental footprint. ​ More information in our e-Wiki.

voylt, together with the market research company UScale and the BEM | Bundesverband eMobilität e.V. presented the 2023 micromobility study. It examines the attitudes of owners, interested parties and non-owners of electric light vehicles towards micromobility in Germany and provides insight into the social behavior of the buyer groups. Sustainable alternative to cars: electric light vehicles (LEV) Electric light vehicles (LEV) are considered the new vehicle alternative to cars and are technical vehicles for the drive transition. Many people think of e-scooters from sharing providers that get in the way on sidewalks. But micromobility is much more multifaceted. In addition to the vehicles covered by the Electric Small Vehicles Ordinance (eKFV) up to 20 km/h, this also includes two-wheeled, three-wheeled or four-wheeled motor vehicles from 25 km/h that are intended for driving on public roads and which include both passenger and logistics vehicles. In order to cover the entire spectrum, the study also included small electric vehicles without handlebars that are not (yet) registered in Germany. Since electric light vehicles are significantly smaller and lighter than a classic automobile, they make an important contribution to climate & Resource conservation. Due to their size advantage, they take up less space in stationary and moving traffic, reduce noise and consume less CO2 and primary energy over their life cycle. 1,890 participants in the representative survey shared their attitude to micromobility. The results reflect the usage behavior, the purchasing process and the image of electric light vehicles. And that is better than what is often reported in the media. “We don’t see a culture clash between the vehicles among those surveyed, but rather a search for the optimal, personal use,” says Dr. Axel Sprenger, Founder & Managing Director of Uscale, which specializes in customer insights studies in the field of eMobility. “Because the market is very young and there is a lack of information in many places, people are feeling their way forward. As market analysts, we are finally getting closer to this field, which is so important for the mobility transition, and we are pleased that we can now present a major study on this important topic for the first time.” Micromobility study proves the increasing popularity of LEVs in all age groups The central results confirm that micromobility has a positive image. The following points particularly emerged: - Micromobility is not a big city phenomenon. LEVs are even used more frequently in the countryside than in the city. - All age groups drive light vehicles equally. Older people in particular are discovering the vehicles for themselves, for example in order to remain mobile if they have health restrictions. - LEVs are currently used by people who tend to earn better. - The majority of property owners are well connected to public transport. LEVs do not represent competition to local public transport. - 53% of those who own a car say they use their car less, 6% even reportedreported to have got rid of their own car. Information is sought online, purchases are made in the local store. The purchasing process is now more complex. Buyers have a great need for information on technical and regulatory topics. They predominantly inquire online about offers, prices and technical details. Range and features are the most important factors in the purchase decision. The majority then buy from a local specialist retailer (46%). 20% of owners had experience sharing LEVs before purchasing. Half of them say that these experiences have encouraged them to buy an electric light vehicle. 31% of non-owners are basically interested in buying, and another 10% see LEVs as having a great future. Only 5% of those who do not own light vehicles fundamentally reject them. Those who are not interested know that e-micromobility is more than just a fashion. However, they would like to see stronger regulation to make LEVs' participation in traffic safer. Johannes Haas, Founder & Managing Director of voylt, confirms the growing interest in purchased vehicles: “For us, the results show that the tiresome discussion about sharing e-scooters in poorly regulated large cities obscures the opportunities offered by micromobility. In reality, the increase in personal comfort through electric light vehicles is confirmed in highly individualized mobility.” There are numerous users who benefit from the diverse range of electric light vehicles: - Employees who use the every day e-moped commute to work in the neighboring town - Families who want an electric cargo bike Use for shopping trips or transporting children - Entrepreneurs who are increasingly using electric small vans Insert or - Singles in the big city with the electric MicroCar in every Fit parking space. - Especially the market for e-mobility aids for people with restricted mobility grows. The vehicles are becoming transportable and the manufacturers are offering their customers suitable e-vehicles for all cases. Scuddy, for example, will launch a four-wheeled vehicle this year, the Scuddy Premium Quad. The comprehensive eMobility micromobility study 2023 provides detailed insights into usage behavior, the wishes of prospective buyers and comments on how municipalities and politicians could support the change to sustainable mobility. An excerpt from the study is here viewable. If you are interested in the complete study, please feel free to send us an enquiry.

During the Micromobility Expo in Hannover the other week, we were able to test-ride varous models of CAKE’s electric two-wheelers. CAKE is a Swedish electric motorbike company that was founded in the year 2016 and is headquartered in Stockholm. Their mission is to develop high-quality, sustainable electric motorcycles that will inspire towards a zero-emission society. CAKE bikes: e-mobility with awards Just a few weeks ago the Swedish mobility company announced that it had received three awards at this year’s German Innovation Awards. Here products and solutions are honoured that distinguish themselves primarily by their user centricity and added value. And the Swedish company won three prizes for the electric vehicles. The electric anti-poaching motorcycle CAKE Kalk AP received a prestigious Gold, with the electric urban commuter CAKE Makka and the innovative food delivery solution Ösa x Dometic Delibox receiving additional praise from the German Design Council. But these German Innovations Awards weren’t the only awards, as in recent years accolades included the 2019 and 2020 Red Dot Design Award, IF Design Award, Automotive Brand Contest Award and several “Best in Show” designations awarded by numerous outdoor industry publications. In May CAKE made the cover of MOTION Magazine with an inspiring project of anti-poaching with its silent motorbikes in Africa. Light, quiet and clean to a zero-emission society CAKE’s CEO and Founder Stefan Ytterborn told me in a recent talk about his mission for his mobility startup: “From the very start the goal was to create electric motorcycles that would combine excitement with responsibility, while inspiring the shift to a zero-emission society.” Light, quiet and clean are the main trademarks for CAKE’s bikes today and our test rides showed exactly that. Very easy to handle and with an excellent acceleration – these bikes clearly represent the future of bike riding with a new look and a sustainable solution under the seat. This is how electric driving wins over the hearts of global bike riders.