Radio Flyer launches small cargo electric bike that folds in half and carries kids on back
More than just little red wagons, Radio Flyer has spent the last couple years upping its electric bike game. The company puts an emphasis on quality production while retaining an affordable price, and the new Flyer Folding Cargo Electric Bike certainly tracks with that design ethos.
In the past we’ve reviewed Radio Flyer’s mid-tail cargo bike with larger wheels and a bulkier frame.
But with the new Flyer Folding Cargo Electric Bike (which doesn’t exactly have the most creative name), the company is focusing on shrinking the bike’s size while still retaining proper cargo qualities.
The 53 pound (24 kg) bike uses an integrated rear rack that is part of the actual frame, increasing strength and rigidity.
It’s a similar move to one we saw yesterday on the new Lectric XP 3.0 e-bike, which added the rear rack directly into the bike’s frame to offer up to 150 pounds (68 kg) of cargo capacity in back.
The Flyer Folding Cargo Electric Bike doesn’t come with quite the same heavy duty weight rating, but it still lets you carry kids on back with its 80 pound (36 kg) rack weight limit. The bike has a maximum rider weight capacity of 220 pounds (100 kg), resulting in a total payload capacity of 300 pounds (136 kg).
The bike features a 350W continuous rated rear hub motor and a removable 48V 10Ah lithium-ion battery with 480Wh of capacity.
The battery dock behind the seat post also has a small, discrete compartment designed for hiding an Apple AirTag or other similarly-sized tracking device.
That’s a move we’ve seen other companies like Juiced and Wing Bikes employing as well, making it easier to track your bike if it gets stolen.
Radio Flyer says its battery can power the bike for up to 40 miles (64 km) of range on a single charge, though that’s when using the lower few of the five pedal assist power levels. If you’re rocking that thumb throttle hard then you’ll find the range will be lower.
Stopping is accomplished with a pair of mechanical disc brakes using 180 mm rotors.
LED lights, an LED handlebar display with USB charging port, a dual leg kickstand and a fender set are included as standard equipment, though Radio Flyer’s range of cargo baskets are add-ons that will require you to fork over some extra cash on top of the bike’s $1,699 purchase price.
Radio Flyer is focusing on differentiating itself through quality manufacturing. The company highlights its quality control and safety standards as key aspects of its design and production.
The Flyer Folding Cargo Electric Bike conforms to UL2849 for its electrical systems, UL2271 for its li-ion battery, UL1310 for its battery charging, and ISO4210 for its frame and fork testing.
The e-bikes also undergo rigorous inspection and testing before leaving the factory. As the company explained:
“All components of Flyer™ eBikes undergo robust quality control inspections, and a multi-point inspection process throughout the bike assembly process ensures the highest standard of quality. In fact, every Flyer™ electric bike passes 50 quality checks on the assembly line. 100% of bikes are ride tested after assembly to ensure safe and proper function. Packaging is designed to meet the ISTA 3A standard to ensure no damage to the bike or components during the shipping process.”
Radio Flyer is offering its folding cargo e-bikes in four different color options of black, red, white, and green.
There’s only one frame size, but the company says it can fit riders from 4’11” to 6’4″ (150 to 193 cm).
What do you think of Radio Flyer’s newest electric bike? Let’s hear your thoughts in the comment section below!
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On today’s battle-ready episode of Quick Charge, it’s Elon Musk vs. the world as big players position themselves for control of enough lithium to build 600 million electric cars and the rest of the industry squares up to Tesla in the battle for market leadership.
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EV charging company ezVOLTz has partnered with Driivz, the EV software arm of Vontier, to make its “Charging as a Service” platform even smarter and more reliable for fleets, businesses, and state and local governments across the US.
If you’re not familiar with ezVOLTz, it’s a full-service EV charging provider. It handles everything, from installing hardware-agnostic chargers to managing the backend with its software platform, ezCONNECT. Now, ezVOLTz is plugging into Driivz’s charging and energy management tech to help run things even more smoothly.
With Driivz’s help, ezVOLTz plans to keep its network humming with 24/7 monitoring and real-time issue detection. Driivz’s Alert Management System can auto-fix up to 80% of charger hiccups remotely without sending a tech on-site. That means more uptime and fewer headaches for drivers and site owners.
“EV adoption is surging, and drivers and the companies and entities that serve them need smart, connected, and reliable charging options,” said ezVOLTz CEO Sam Malhotra. “The Driivz team and their smart charging and energy management solutions are a natural fit in bolstering our services.”
The partnership also gives ezVOLTz new tools to grow its network. Driivz’s software tracks usage patterns and charger performance, helping pinpoint the best spots for new installations. Driivz will also support the ezVOLTz app, letting users plan road trips and find chargers nationwide.
“Reliability and ease-of-use are two of the most important considerations for EV drivers,” said Andrew Bennett, CEO of Driivz. “We’re proud to partner with ezVOLTz in delivering seamless and reliable charging to their customers.”
As more businesses, fleets, and municipalities plug into EVs, partnerships like this one aim to make sure the charging experience keeps up.
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The Subaru BRZ may live on as an EV after all. Subaru wants its share of the sports car market, and an electric BRZ could hit the sweet spot.
Is Subaru launching an electric BRZ?
Subaru discontinued the BRZ in Europe in 2020 after the first generation. Although its twin, the Toyota GR86, was sold until the 2024 model year, the BRZ was released as a US-only model.
In its third generation, it could return as an EV. Speaking with Autocar, Subaru’s European head, David Dello Stritto, said, “Our options are open,” hinting that the BRZ could make a comeback in electric form.
Subaru’s global EV product boss, Inoue Masahiko, confirmed an electric version of the sports car “was under consideration.” He added that Subaru has extensively looked into an EV version of the BRZ with its partner, Toyota.
Masahiko explained that “We did consider electrifying the BRZ and GR86, but the win-win relationship is more important.” So far, “We can’t get the kind of benefits from both sides,” he added.
Subaru is already launching several new electric vehicles in Europe, including the new Uncharted, E-Outback (known as Trailseeker in the US), and an updated Solterra SUV.
Stritto said that an electric sports car will depend on the success of these models first, especially the Uncharted. According to Subaru’s European boss, the Japanese automaker feels “very positively about Subaru enthusiasts, but we need to see how Uncharted does first.”
As for an “electrified” powertrain, or hybrid, Masahiko said the vehicle’s packaging “would make it difficult,” adding an EV version would be “easier” to create.
The comments come after Stritto told Autocar last week that a new entry-level EV could also be in the works. However, that will also depend on how well the Uncharted sells.
For those in the US, don’t worry – Subaru is not planning to discontinue the BRZ. If it did launch as an EV, would you consider one? It would go up against the new Hyundai IONIQ 6 N and Tesla Model 3 Performance.
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