In 2023, nearly one in every ten bicycles sold in the UK were electric bikes - a staggering rise from fewer than one in every hundred back in 2015. Over the course of just eight years, e-bike use skyrocketed to new heights.
And as demand for electric bikes in the UK continues to grow, users are increasingly seeking out more convenient, economical, and stylish options.
What new E-bike Technology can we Expect to see Soon?
We’re expecting to see some great leaps in the following areas in the near future. In fact, many of these modernisations can already be found in select models.
Longer lasting batteries that pack more of a punch.
Lack of battery life is a key concern for many e-bike users, and can restrict the freedom a rider has when using their bike. But every year, battery manufacturers are pushing the limits further. We’re beginning to see e-bike batteries with impressively long ranges, quicker charging speeds, and longer lifespans, opening the door to more convenience and exploration for e-bike riders. The prospect of longer lasting batteries is particularly great news for cyclists who experience ‘range anxiety’ when using their current e-bike.
Sleek, smooth, and lightweight motors.
It’s not just e-bike batteries that are in line for an upgrade. The motors of the future will be lighter, more efficient, and sleeker than ever before. This new focus on lightweight motors comes with several benefits. Most importantly, e-bikes will be easier to move for a smoother and more responsive ride. We’re already seeing great results on this front. For example, the E-Movement Aries Mountain Bike combines a powerful battery with an efficient and lightweight motor. This allows for much longer rides, even in tough off-road conditions.
Integrated systems for a more enjoyable and convenient ride.
Integration is a key feature in up-and-coming e-bike designs. Many new electric bikes come with smartphone integration, which introduces convenient new features like optimal route planning, fitness tracking, and even theft protection with real-time GPS tracking. Models like the cutting-edge Cruzaa City Electric Bike even come with Bluetooth connectivity, allowing riders to enjoy their favourite music or podcasts during the daily commute.
Smart functionality and easy e-bike health monitoring.
With advanced smart functionality, your future e-bike will be able to keep track of its own health, alerting you to mechanical issues that need attending to before they cause a significant problem. Automatically monitoring things like tyre conditions and brake performance in real time, this feature is a convenient way to both protect your safety and avoid pesky emergency trips to the mechanic.
A sharper focus on sustainability.
Electric bike developers are finding innovative ways to build increasingly eco-friendly e-bike models. Solar charging may be more readily integrated into e-bike frames in the future, which could not only make e-biking more energy efficient, but also open the door to longer rides with ‘on the go’ charging. The use of more sustainable materials (particularly in e-bike battery production) should also greatly reduce the CO2 emissions of the e-bikes of the future.
More compact, easily transportable designs.
Carbon fibre frames are becoming more mainstream, paving the way for increasingly lightweight and manoeuvrable e-bikes without sacrificing sturdiness. Carbon fibre particularly lends itself to folding e-bikes; its light and flexible properties could give rise to even easier bike transportation and storage (perfect for commuting on public transport!)
Targeted functionality for specific purposes.
The ideal electric bike is perfectly tailored to the rider’s needs. After all, an avid mountain biker and someone on the daily commute have little in common when considering what they want from their e-bike. Already, e-bikes are no longer just e-bikes. But in years to come, the range of specialized electric bikes (e.g., cargo, step through, mountain, and fat tyre models) available is likely to continue expanding until there’s a perfect model for every rider.
Enhanced safety features.
New technology will likely also give rise to an even safer e-biking experience for both riders and other road users. Automatic emergency braking (AEB), an anti-collision technology widely installed in cars, is likely to be seen in the e-bike industry soon. And a brand-new innovation on the scene is self-balancing technology, where gyroscopic sensors and specialist programming work in tandem to keep an e-bike upright. This will be an excellent feature for less confident cyclists, potentially making the hobby more accessible to novice riders. Widespread installation of features like blind spot detection and integrated LED lights could be introduced very soon, too.
Browse our E-bike Collection to Find out More
An even smarter, safer and more environmentally friendly future is undoubtedly on the cards for the quickly evolving e-bike industry. Going forward, the prospect of finding an e-bike that can meet your every need at a reasonable price is not only possible, but likely.
At E-Bikes Express, we’re always on the lookout for the most recent advancements in electric bike technology. In 2024, we already stock a range of the latest models boasting innovative features like Bluetooth connectivity, foldability, multi-functionality, and powerful batteries and motors. Browse our collection online and speak to an expert to find the perfect, cutting-edge model for you.
