Peugeot Unveils The eF01, Its First Electric Folding Bicycle

Beyond the new 5008, Peugeot will also be introducing an electrically-assisted folding bicycle, dubbed the eF01, at the Paris Motor Show.

The introduction of the eF01 comes after the launch of the brand’s range of electrically-assisted bikes in 2009. The brainchild of the Peugeot Design Lab, the eF01 aims to make inner-city commuting that little bit easier and can be folded and unfolded in as little as 10 seconds.

Power for the eF01 comes courtesy of a small lithium-ion battery with a 30 km (19 miles) range that is capable of sending the bike to a 20 km/h (12 mph) top speed. The battery can be recharged in the boot of any vehicle with a 12-volt power outlet or via a normal household plug. It takes approximately 2 hours to give the bike a full charge.

According to lead designer from Peugeot Design Lab, Neil Simpson, “The eF01 benefits from optimized ergonomics. When folded, the bikes two wheels are perfectly aligned allowing the user to effortlessly walk with the bike using the handle built into the frame. The eF01 possesses a patented memory system for the saddle which means the perfect saddle height can be quickly achieved every time.”

Following the model’s unveiling in Paris, sales will commence in the first half of 2017 at Peugeot and CycleEurope stores.