E-Bikes Are Transforming Urban Life

Did you know that electric bikes have been around since the late 1800s? There was even a patent for a mid-drive e-bike filed in1897. They’ve evolved significantly over the centuries, and it was only relatively recently that they’ve entered into their “modern phase.” The most recent major turning point—in 1995—was the drop in price of neodymium magnets, which gave the e-bikes a much-needed power boost.
Electric bikes as a mode of transportation in urban cores have just entered their primacy, and at SONDORS, we see how they provide much needed services and benefits to commuters and recreational e-bikers alike. Let’s take a look at a few of those perks.
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E-bikes have an ideal practical range for urban cores. Their “sweet spot” is for trips between six and 15 miles. Riders can go just about anywhere within downtown cores, with the power-assist helping on hills and longer stretches. E-bikes offer a very compelling cost-benefit argument vs. automobiles. Even taking into account the expense of replacing a battery, the cost difference is tremendous. Basically, electric bikes are about three times less expensive to operate than cars from a current fuel cost perspective.



At SONDORS, we’re dedicated to transforming life as we know it. Welcome to the Electric Bike Revolution!
Ride well. Live well.