German electronics veteran Blaupunkt, perhaps best known for their car stereos, has entered the US e-mobility space. Riding three differently named folding e-bikes that offer up to 20 mph pedal assist and his 45-mile range.
“Since 1924, Blaupunkt has been synonymous with German innovation,” said the CEO of Blaupunkt Americas. “When it came time to apply that ethos to our cities, communities and even long-distance travel problems, Blaupunkt jumped with both feet, at a price that balanced accessibility with a premium experience. , convenient to move.”
The company already has a number of folding e-bikes available in Europe and also sells electric cargo tricycles. After hiring action sports athlete Greg Manning as VP of Marketing and Sales last year, followed by him strengthening key partnerships at IFA 2022, Blaupunkt is now bringing its latest offering to the United States. The Henri, Fiete and Fiene model names actually refer to the same e-bike, each with a specific color combination.
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Built around a die-cast magnesium alloy frame that folds to a 20 x 30 x 23 inch (50.8 x 76.2 x 58.4 cm) ratio and is magnetically secured during transport. The e-bike weighs 46 lbs (20.8 kg) and has a maximum payload of 265 lbs (120 kg). Blaupunkt says it has partnered with Fidlock to offer a range of magnetic accessories such as phone mounts and bottle cages.
Pedal power is aided by a 350 W rear hub motor delivering 50 Nm (36.8 lb.ft) of torque and a top speed of 20 mph (32 km/h) with 3 levels of pedal assist with cadence and speed sensors. increase. A Shimano 6-speed gearset is also included for added flexibility in your ride. This is especially appreciated when working on inclines.
The removable 36 V/10.5 Ah lithium-ion battery pack is recently certified to the UL 2849 safety standard and is reported to be capable of driving 45 miles (72 km) on a single charge. , for example, the Fiido X, which should satisfy most commutes.
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The folding e-bike rolls on 20-inch magnesium alloy rims wrapped in 2.125-inch tires and stops thanks to Tektro mechanical disc brakes rocking 160 mm rotors. Includes ebike status check, LED headlight and rear reflector combo, fenders and kickstand.
The Henri model comes in grey/black, the Fiete in blue/black and the Fiene Sport in orange/black. The folding e-bike was designed in Germany, manufactured in Paraguay, and is currently on sale in the United States on Bike Exchange for $1,999, though Blaupunkt is now scouting other retailers across the United States.Video below. There are more.
Blaupunkt Video Falt-E-Bikes FIENE®, FIETE® & HENRI®
Source: Blaupunkt
