This might look like just another velomobile, but it is not. The electric commuter is an e-bike with an elongated form for riders who desire a more comfortable riding experience, rather than hunching over on the handlebars, which can be tiring for multiple-hour drives. This Electrom LEV ebike, targeted towards an all-weather riding experience, especially in torrential rain and snow. In crowded cities, the two-wheeler can utilize bike lanes, and its 26-inch-wide footprint gives riders the freedom to ride with confidence.
The electric commuter makes sense in the current landscape, where on average, every day 105 million North American people prefer riding their personal vehicles. According to Electrom, they aim to address the issues of inefficient energy use, parking spaces, and highway lanes with their iteration. Electrom is targeted toward single commuters who want to venture on solo tours of more than 200 miles in a safe, comfortable, and sustainable manner. There is space for storing essentials in the 100-liter cargo compartment, which can be detached if you have a companion.
Designer: Electrom
This slim e-bike gives the rider confidence to go ahead on trips without the fear of the elements, thanks to the built-in cowling made out of polycarbonate material. If the conditions get really bad, a full-body tarpaulin can be wrapped around the bike to create a cozy cocoon. The body cover can lift up or down to protect the rider’s legs in bad weather conditions and also improve the aerodynamics to increase the overall range when deployed. To easily get inside and exit the bike, there is a swing-away front fairing. The road-legal bike doesn’t have any gear change mechanism, just a throttle and brakes for easy drivability. However, there is a generator chain drive system to give the bike a needed boost while pedaling. This attribute makes it lucrative for riders who don’t like the complication of driving inputs.
The makers have reinforced the tires, suspension, and wheels to take on rough surfaces. The standard range of 125 miles can be beefed up by adding extra battery packs. The design and manufacturing team have kept the parts of the e-bike as close to standard as possible for easy repair and replacement of parts. That design ethos spills over to the color schemes as well. The user can swap the vinyl wraps to get a fresh look anytime without having to go through a new paint job. The Frame of the bike, carbon fiber components, and polycarbonate panels are custom-made in their factory in Canada.
According to Electrom, the bike can travel thousands of miles without the need for any costly maintenance, making it affordable to own. In tandem with the easy availability of the components, the e-bike is highly practical compared to other designs that use proprietary motors and batteries that may not be supported by the manufacturer in the future. Priced at CAD 15,500 for the deluxe model, the e-bike can be stashed with a carbon tailbox for an additional CAD 1,000.
