GENERAL INFORMATION

We invite you to dream of a new clean, green, pollution free city.

Introducing a radically new way of transport

For a hundred years, scientists and engineers have tried to build electric bicycles. Most attempts produced heavy (35 to 60 Kgs) systems that almost turn the bike into a moped. The ‘ecoLove’ kit adds only 12 kg to the bicycle.

It is also very easy to use and maintain.

Is there an Electric Bike in YOUR future?

Ask someone about electric vehicles, and he says "it's a good idea, but, you know, the battery technology is still a problem !"

Well, the good news is that now the affordable electric vehicle is here today, as an electric bicycle.

There is a story that Thomas Edison promised Henry Ford a battery and a motor that would be practical for an auto, back in the 1930s. "70 years later," said Lee Iacocca, "we still don't have it." Iacocca is right. Electric cars are temptingly near, but still in the future.

The most popular vehicle in the world today is the bicycle. There are almost 145 crore bicycles in use today, and only about 33 crore cars. Far more people use a bicycle than a car. (one Crore= 10 Million)

Electric bicycles can go farther than conventional bicycles. It is easier to pedal ! They can be quickly recharged almost anywhere, or batteries can be exchanged instantly with charged batteries. Any bicycle repair shop can attend them to.

In western countries, the bicycle is mainly for customers who want to exercise. While in developing countries, this is a real mode of transport and business. Look at paper wallahs, couriers and hawkers, meter readers, park rangers, postman, industrial users, indoor plant messengers and countless other categories of workers. Delivery in traffic congested areas is already a major use of the bicycle. Electric Bike will make these workers more productive.

They will all like this idea of sweating less and working longer hours.

The market for Electric Bike could be many times more than that for engine driven two wheelers. Remember that every time the bicycle has become easier to pedal, its sales has gone up. Just think of the balloon tire in the 30's, the racer bikes in the 50's, the 10-speed in the 70's, and the mountain bike in the 80's.

The Electric Bike will be preferred by many millions of people. It is silent, does not stink or vibrate, is affordable and reliable.

Seniors want to go outdoors, but are not always able to pedal easily. They will like this very much. Especially the three wheeled version.

Commuters, thwarted with traffic conditions, and spiralling cost of car ownership, will find Electric Bike a very sensible choice.

One of the most important markets can be police and other law enforcement agencies. A police officer on an Electric Bike can be the first on the scene, beating both jeeps and normal bicycles.

When is this acceptance going to happen?

Yesterday! Look around. Not just here -look at the world.

In 1997, Japanese companies built more than twice as many Electric Bikes as mountain bikes. And, the value of the Electric Bike brought to them a big 18% of the sales of bicycles. That was up 240% over 1996.

China's production numbers are unknown, but it is believed that 15% of Chinese bicycles will be electric by 2002, a number which could mean that 5 million Electric Bikes would be on the streets of China!

If 1996 to 1997 can run a 240% increase in Japan ... If Iacocca is predicting a 50,000 unit first year (that would represent a 500% plus increase for sales in the USA.) ... If Bob Steeple (former chairman of GM), Malcolm Currie (former CEO of Hughes) and other noted authorities on transportation technology are talking big about the Electric Bike ...........

Who will gain?

Everyone will benefit due to efficient and clean transportation. Immense social, economic and environmental benefits can be gained by reducing petroleum dependency, air pollution, and greenhouse effects.

Transport planners and metro designers will have a great tool that will decrease air pollution, increase the capacity of roadways by reducing auto trips, and reduce congestion and parking demands.

Electric Bike: Economic Benefits

Electric bicycles offer an alternative to the high costs of driving. Maintenance & fuelling costs are minimal. So every time you ride an Electric Bike you save money.

The electricity for charging is the fuel and costs about 0.06 Rupee per km. (The charger works on 230 VAC and charges in six hours or less. Charging for 5 hours consumes 15 amp-hours, more than enough to fully charge a 15 amp-hour battery for One Rupee.)

In addition to personal benefits, society at large also realises economic benefits from increased Electric Bike use. Cleaner air reduces the incidence of respiratory diseases and their associated health care costs. Widespread use could also reduce pressure for more roads and road maintenance.

Do you want to do more for our environment?

Riding an Electric Bike reduces fossil fuels use and global warming, perhaps the biggest issue facing us today. It also reduces air and noise pollution.

 Do you want a simpler lifestyle?

An Electric Bike is simple to use, fix, and pay for. It's the kind of clean, quiet, and people-friendly transportation we really need.

Is saving money important to you?

Electricity to power an Electric Bike costs 4% of fuel costs for a car. Maintenance and repair costs are also much less. So every kilometer you ride saves money. When combined with public transport, you can go almost anywhere.

Do you set an example for others?

Do you invest in sustainable products?

Are you concerned about rising fuel prices?

Electric bicycles are the first affordable electric vehicles.

Riding one demonstrates their practicality.

In addition to helping ease traffic congestion, riding an Electric Bike enables you to glide past traffic jams.