Magicycle, makers of multi-function, high voltage electric bikes has ventured into new territory with the Magicycle’s Deer; a full suspension eBike SUV. With over 1 kilowatt-hour of energy, the Deer is capable of careening into adventure, and can handle most any commute with comfort and ease.
Magicycle itself came from roots of over 10 years in electric bicycle product design, production and research & development for a variety of worldwide brands. But now it’s on their terms, and the brand is off to a flash start, offering over 10 models to date.
The official name of today’s bike is the Magicycle Deer Full Suspension Ebike SUV, and Magicycle calls it the first dual suspension step-through on the market. With an intro like that, the bike boasts quite a bit of specs to back that up. First is a high-capacity 52V 20Ah battery that provides hefty power for long rides, enabling riders to tackle steep hills and rough terrain without worrying about running out of juice. The bike’s dual suspension system and fat tires deliver stability and comfort on any terrain, whether you’re exploring the great outdoors or cruising through the city.
Specs
Motor: 1100w Rear Hub (peak)
Battery: 52v 20Ah (1.01kwh)
Engagement: Cadence Pedal Assist, Throttle
Frame: Dual Suspension 18″ 6061 Aluminum
Fork: 80mm Suspension Fork
Tires: 26″ x 4″ Fat Tire
Gearing: 7 Speed Shimano Altus Derailleur
Brakes: 180mm Hydraulic Disc
Weight: 92lbs
Load Capacity: 400lbs
Extras: Extended Rear Rack, Full Coverage Fenders, Relaxed Riding Position, Front and Rear Integrated Lights
The Deer comes equipped with commuter accessories, that make it perfect for daily use. The rear rack offers 19” long rear rack is longer than the competition, providing extra storage space for gear. The maximum capacity of the bicycle is 400 lbs, which is easily above the industry standard of 300 lbs. The full coverage fenders keep everything clean and dry in wet weather, and the comfort grips and saddle reduce the rider’s fatigue by offering a comfortable riding position.
One of the sleeper features of the Deer is visibility. The Deer includes brake lights and integrated LED lights on the front and rear for seeing ahead, and being seen by motorists. Aside from the active safety features, the Deer comes in bright color options of Neon Green and Dawn Yellow (shown here). These eye-catching colors not only looks great but also enhances visibility for added safety. Of course, if you’d rather play it low-key, there is also Space Gray color.
The Deer’s 1100W peak rear hub motor provides ample power and speed, making it easy to navigate obstacles and climb steep hills with ease. The cadence based pedal assist will send out power depending on how much the rider pedals, and also the user established setting. Additionally, the Deer has a top speed of 28 mph on pedal assist, making it a great tool to beat the clock.
The bike’s LCD display shows a variety of information, including speed, battery life, clock, pedal assist level, max speed, average speed, timer, and distance traveled, so you can keep track of your ride easily. The display is also backlit, and in color making it easy to read in most any conditions.
The Deer’s custom frame is made from 6061 Aluminum, which provides amazing riding position for both comfort and commuting. There’s no way around it, the deer is heavy, coming in at 92lbs, with the battery. Although it would be tough to lug into the bed of an old truck, it will also very rarely loose traction on account of the weight, and the wide tires. These tires provide extra cushioning, making for a comfortable ride on rough terrain. Additionally, their width allows for better grip on loose surfaces like sand or snow, making the Deer a great option for exploring the great outdoors. They’re not just functional, but they also add to the bike’s overall style, making it stand out on the road or the trail. These tires truly are the cherry on top of an already impressive bike.
The bike’s Shimano Altus shifter and 7-speed gearing are easy to shift, and the 180mm hydraulic dosc brakes are powerful and reliable, allowing for smooth and safe stopping. Additionally, the Deer’s front suspension system is adjustable, with a lockout, and pre-load adjust so riders can customize the bike’s ride to their preferences. The rear coil suspension is set properly from the factory.
The Deer’s 52V 20Ah battery has a range of up to 80+ miles on a single charge, making it an excellent option for those who need a reliable electric bike for long rides. Despite the huge capacity, the battery charges relatively quickly, with a 3amp charger to go from 0-100% in about 6 and a half hours.
Finally, the Deer comes with a two-year warranty, giving riders peace of mind knowing that they’re covered in the event of any defects or issues.
Overall the Magicycle Deer is an impressive dual suspension fat tire electric bike that’s packed with features that make it an excellent option for both off-road adventures and daily commutes. Its got it all: high-capacity battery, dual suspension system, fat tires, commuter accessories, bright color, integrated lights, powerful rear hub motor, and adjustable suspension system make it a top choice for riders who want a versatile and dependable ride.
Magicycle operates an active facebook community (found here), where they interact with customers and shoppers directly. Check out these promo codes to save $300 off the purchase of 1 Deer (FH300), or $700 off the purchase of 2 (NA700).
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With dual electric motors pumping out 776 hp, over 400 miles of all-electric range, and a relatively low MSRP, the new AUDI E5 Flagship Quattro electric wagon is electrifying the Chinese wagon market – scoring over 10,000 orders in its first thirty minutes on sale!
First launched last fall, the new Audi-backed AUDI sub-brand kept the sexy wagon aesthetic but ditched the Germans’ interlocking rings and Auto Union heritage in favor of a simple, all-caps AUDI logo on the E concept wagon. Now seen in production trim, the production AUDI E5 Sportback is surprisingly true to the original concept – except in the horsepower department, that is.
But, while a production car having lower horsepower figures than the concept car that preceded it is pretty typical, the production AUDI E5 is different: it actually offers more peak power than the 765 hp concept!
That’s right, kids! the range-topping Flagship Quattro version of the new AUDI E5 Sportback offers buyers 776 horsepower (that’s 11 more than the concept), and gets 402 miles (CLTC) of range from its 100 kWh battery. And, while that version is a monster, even the base-level Pioneer version at just 235,900 yuan ($33,000, as I type this) offers a 76 kWh battery pack sending power to a 295 hp rear-mounted electric motor and over 600 km of range (~385 miles).
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It’s a solid achievement in value and tech, and the Audi people seem pretty proud of themselves. “The AUDI E5 Sportback is our first model based on the Advanced Digitized Platform, and it delivers on our brand promise: the best of both worlds,” says Fermín Soneira, CEO of the Audi and SAIC Cooperation Project. “Audi’s DNA and engineering excellence is blended with China’s digital ecosystem and innovations, specifically tailored for our tech-savvy customers.”
And it’s pretty.
AUDI E5 Sportback
The wagon’s exterior, while not necessarily shouting “Audi” in the conventional, Western sense, is still proportioned well enough to carry the four rings (or, looked at another way, a VW logo). But, while it’s a great-looking wagon on the outside, it’s on the inside that the all-new E5 AUDI Sportback really sets itself apart.
The interior of the AUDI E5 Sportback is noticeably different from any Audi model, being much more inline with similar entry-luxe EVs sold in China. The E5 dash also sports a 59″-inch” wide screen that stretches across the entire dash, digital side mirrors, Alcantara seating surfaces, and wireless phone chargers.
All that tech is powered by the QUALCOMM Snapdragon 8295 automotive chipset with 5-nanometer precision and the ability to perform 30 billion operations per second, and the Chinese-market AUDI OS offers what its makers call, “an intuitive experience designed to make the vehicle occupants’ lives easier.”
You can take a look at the new E5 Sportback’s interior, below, then let us know whether or not you think an Audi AUDI like this (and its purple mood lighting) would be a hot seller Stateside in the comments.
E5 Sportback interior
SOURCE | IMAGES: AUDI.
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The Einride Level 4 autonomous HDEV is being operated under a relatively new Belgian regulatory framework, and showcases how Einride (and Europe) might hope to take the lead in advancing autonomous freight technology. Now in service at the Port of Antwerp-Bruges, one of the most complex logistics centers in the world, Einride believes its autonomous trucks can move goods with more efficiency and lower emissions than human-driven, diesel-powered rivals.
“Antwerp is more than a logistical hub,” explains Johan Klaps, an alderman at the port of Antwerp. “(Antwerp) is also a place where the mobility of tomorrow is tested and concretized. Autonomous and sustainable applications such as Einride’s proves that innovation is a driver for competitiveness and economic growth.”
Einride autonomous HDEV
The Einride truck itself is an impressive piece of engineering, fitted with a robust 320 kWh li-ion battery pack that promises more than 650 km (405 miles) of all-electric range, thanks to a combination of slippery aerodynamics, energy-efficient electric drive motors, and (of course) the energy-smart driving tactics employed by its impressive self-driving software.
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Einride says its autonomous driving system (backed by a remote operator, Waymo-style, to help deal with edge cases) processes over 5 million data points per second, using radar and LiDAR to feed AI that generates real-time driving instructions for seamless navigation and freight delivery. And, thanks to its purpose-built, cab-less design and 82,000 lb. GVWR, each electric truck can operate with fewer than one remote operator per vehicle, paving the way for far more cost-efficient and expansive logistics operations without the need for many more operators.
“What we are seeing today in Antwerp perfectly aligns with European ambitions,” says Andrea De Candido, Connected, Cooperative and Automated Mobility (CCAM) DG RTD – European Commission. “(We’re) developing innovative technologies that are efficient, safe, sustainable and scalable. Through pioneering projects like this, we strengthen Europe’s position in future-oriented automated mobility solutions.”
With driver shortages still hitting the industry and electric semi fleets already running across Europe, the Middle East, and even here in the US, it’s only a matter of time before Einride rolls out its autonomous trucks in more markets.
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Due to Tesla still referring to them as “new, more affordable models”, many people believed that Tesla would still bring to market new, cheaper models.
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In fact, the automaker initially stated that it would arrive in the “first half of 2025.”
The new stripped-down Model Y is codenamed E41 and is expected to feature cheaper materials and fewer features than the normal Model Y, which starts at $45,000 in the US.
It is expected to be similar to what Tesla did with the new base Model 3 in Mexico, which features cloth materials instead of vegan leather, lacks a rear display, has no ambient lighting, and features a less advanced audio system.
However, we now learn that the new affordable Model Y will go further than a cheaper interior.
Green, a well-known Tesla hacker who often reveals new features in vehicles through looking deep in firmware updates, claims to have uncovered new details about the upcoming Model Y E41 through the latest Tesla firmware update.
Simplified model Y “E41” that was sighted live now appears in the firmware too. They will have two audio options: “essential” and “essential with commodity” Backup camera would lose a heater no “airwave” in console E41 fascia (performance will also get a fascia update)
The details are somewhat limited as he has to decode them from the firmware, but here’s the full list of what he has found out about the new cheaper Model Y:
“Essential” and “essential with commodity” audio packages
Backup camera without heater
No “air wave” in the center console, which likely means no air flow control for the second row
A new front fascia
Simplified fiberglass headliner
Simplified cabin lighting (footwell only)
Simplified seat controls (single axis)
No power mirror folding
No puddle lamps
No glass roof
No second row display
No Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Simplified 18″ wheels
Downgraded suspension
Tesla has yet to confirm when the new Model Y version will launch, but we previously reported that Tesla is likely waiting for Q4 as it is enjoying strong demand in Q3 from the end of the federal tax credit in the US.
Electrek’s Take
I like “simplified”. I don’t know if the term comes from Green or Tesla, but it certainly works better than “stripped-down,” even though it is also accurate based on what we are learning about the new version.
This didn’t work with the Cybertruck. Tesla quickly discontinued the “simplified” version, but the Cybertruck was already much less popular than Model Y.
I don’t know. This could work. It depends entirely on pricing. If it brings the base price down to $35,000, I can see some people going for it.
However, it will likely devalue Tesla’s “premium” brand and the Model Y significantly.
Also, most of the demand is likely going to come from Model Y buyers in the first place – cannibalizing Tesla’s own sales.
In short, it’s more of a placeholder to slow down the degradation of Tesla’s EV business amid its shift to autonomous driving and robotics, rather than a solution to return to EV growth. That’s a bummer.
Tesla needs brand-new EV models. It’s plain and simple.
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