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12 Min.
The VanMoof S5 sounds like a spaceship when you unlock it and gets you from point A to point B just as fast when you press the boost button. With the latest model, VanMoof succeeded in delivering an important upgrade, where shortcomings of its predecessor have been corrected. Whether the purchase price of $3,498 is worth it for everyday urban use, find out in our NextPit review!
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8 Min.
E-scooters have long populated our streets in large numbers. Most of them are e-scooters that are available for hire. If you want to buy one for yourself, then there are plenty of things to consider. We would like to recommend a few great models to you and explain everything you need to bear in mind before making a purchase decision!
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3 Min.
While you can still make a rough estimate of the quality of used bicycles quite well, it is much more difficult with e-bikes! French start-up Upway offers used e-bikes that are equipped with new parts, a new warranty, and if required, new batteries. We were on location in Berlin’s Speckgürtel and took a look at how exactly this model works!
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12 Min.
With a peak power of up to 1,300 watts, the VMAX VX 2 ST is significantly more powerful than other e-scooters out there. And indeed, the riding pleasure is significantly higher than many other models. In everyday use, however, the electric scooter revealed technical weaknesses despite having a long battery life, an exciting app connection, and good ride comfort. Read about all the details in this NextPit review of the VMAX VX 2 ST!
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9 Min.
Even before its release, the Fiido X was a huge crowdfunding success! The manufacturer had to recall the first market-ready version due to critical processing flaws. The revised version is now available for purchase in Europe for just under $1,800. NextPit finds out in this review whether purchasing the e-folding bike from China is worth your money.
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11 Min.
Foldable e-bikes are the perfect solution for last mile problems. You can bring them with you on the bus or train without having to pay for an extra ticket, followed by cruising to work without getting sweaty. The Ado A20 XE is foldable e-bike, offers a 250-watt electric motor from Bosch, and costs under C$1,600 online. That’s exciting enough to strap the e-bike under your butt for a week. Here’s my review of the A20 XE from A Dece Oasis, or “Ado” for short!
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7 Min.
Keyless systems for cars are practical, but they are not without controversy. The existing security solutions, which make a classic car key obsolete, can be tricked. Numerous owners of high-priced automobiles who have fallen victim to theft can tell you a thing or two about the matter. With the so-called Ultrawideband technology (UWB), more and more car manufacturers now want to put an end to such criminal activities. Read this article to find out how this works, for instance, with a BMW 220i and the iPhone, and also why UWB has the potential to revolutionize the smart home market.
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10 Min.
Having your own EV home charger is the most convenient and comfortable method of charging an electric vehicle. But what are the things that you need to consider when purchasing and installing your own charging station? Are there any available government rebates? And what are the features that you shouldn’t do without? We will navigate these questions and explain them in this guide.
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16 Min.
The Brompton Electric is a folding e-bike that fits easily into your trunk and weighs less than 20 kg – battery included!. A real Formula 1 legend provided enough juice in the electric motor to get it going as well. In this NextPit review, I pulled away not only from bicycles, but also from cars and motorcycles at the traffic lights. Talk about an ego boost! You can find out just how long I was able to keep my nose in front of his detailed review.
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14 Min.
E-bikes are currently booming. From The Netherlands, the slick city cruiser from VanMoof is selling hot like hotcakes. Coming out of Belgium, the more sporty Cowboy Bike offers an electric mobility solution for those in more of a hurry. I’ve been riding the third generation of Cowboy Bike on the streets of Berlin to see what it’s all about. Here’s my full review.