BMW has repeatedly designed its own bikes and two-wheelers
in the past – including the X2City e-Scooter, which was presented in 2019. This
was intended to score points over other electric kick scooters with increased
comfort and relatively large wheels, and also featured unique pedal control of
the motor instead of handlebar control.
Under the name ‘Clever Commute’, BMW has now presented the
concept of an electric scooter that can be folded comfortably for taking along
on public transport and/or in a car without compromising on driving stability.
The vehicle is thus intended to convince private customers, not sharing
providers.
In total, there are three different modes: In public
transport mode, the running board is folded up to the side and the wheelbase is
shortened. This is intended to reduce the space required on buses and trains
and at bus stops. When fully folded, the ‘Clever Commute’ is supposed to have a
particularly compact pack size so that it will also fit into smaller car boots,
for example crosswise into the boot of a Mini and lengthwise into that of a BMW
3 Series. The driving mode is supposed to increase stability with its long
wheelbase.
The three-wheeled ‘Dynamic Cargo’ cargo bike is much more
unconventional than the folding electric kick scooter. The centrepiece here is
a variable-use loading area placed between the two rear wheels, which can be
equipped with attachments for transporting cargo and/or children as well as for
leisure activities.
“Our goal was to develop a concept that retains the agility
and driving feel of a normal bicycle while adding innovative, safe transport
options” says Jochen Karg, Head of Vehicle Concepts in the BMW Group’s New
Technologies and China division. “The “Concept DYNAMIC CARGO” is the first
dynamic ‘pick-up’ cargo bike that combines driving pleasure with flexible use
and increased year-round suitability.”
BMW aims to achieve dynamism in the three-wheeled concept by
allowing the front main frame to tilt when cornering, unlike other
three-wheeled cargo bikes. However, the rear frame, which is connected by a
swivel axle, is supposed to remain stable on the road. The electric drivetrain
is installed in the two rear wheels. BMW also wants to develop a modular
weather protection system.
The BMW Group will not produce either concept itself, but is
in talks with possible licensees. Possible prices for the two vehicles have not
yet been named by the Munich-based company, probably also for this reason.
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