LEVA-EU member Ellio has developed its robust carrying case to be compatible with its Ellio Original speed pedelec, providing capacity for an additional battery, providing the option of increased range for riders.
Ellio states that after its AccuPak became extremely popular with Ellio Max riders, its development team began configuring a solution to make it compatible with the Ellio Original, enabling more of its riders to enjoy its practicality.
The AccuPak that can now be mounted to both Ellio Max and the Ellio Original includes a battery-carrying bag, a MIK luggage carrier plate and pannier tubes. Although it can carry an additional battery, this will need to be purchased separately from the carrier.
LEVA-EU members Levit, Opmaet Fietsen, Vyber and Ellio come out on top with Fietstest, a reputable panel of independent reviewers in the Netherlands and Belgium.
Since 2018, Fietstest reviewers have been testing bicycles and offering an impartial verdict on product performance, value and quality to help customers make purchasing decisions. As of May 2025, Fietstest has reported that 1,900 of its members have tested 882 electric bicycles.
Levit
The Czech e-bike manufacturer won the respected Best Buy award for a consecutive year, this time with its recent model Beleco 7 Lowstep in the category of electric city bikes priced between €2,000 and €2,500. This bike has proved popular thanks to its fresh design, smooth support, discreet motor and neat finish.
Opmaet Fietsen
It has also been another award winning year for the Dutch e-bike manufacturer. After its touring model won in 2024, for 2025 its Opmaet Compact has won the Best Buy and Best Tested awards for the Netherlands and Belgium respectively.
In the best buy category, reviewers highlighted its user-friendly display system, discreet motor, powerful support, and also rated it as being comfortable with suspension. Meanwhile, in the Best Tested award, the Opmaet Compact was praised for its easy entry, powerful support, silent motor, clear display, smooth support, as well as being light and manoeuvrable.
Vyber
Fellow Dutch brand Vyber’s SUPR365 e-bike has come up top in AD’s Bike Test 2025, with it being selected as Best Tested and leading as the ultimate winner in the category of electric city bikes from €2.000 to €2.500, with notable features being ranked highly from testers including its clear display, smooth support, silent motor, mount-friendly and neat cable design.
Ellio
And finally, Ellio won Best Tested for its Ellio Max in the HLN speed pedelec group, impressing testers with its good suspension, great riding experience, braking and powerful support.
LEVA-EU members Stromer and Ellio were announced in first and second place respectively in the speed pedelec category of VAB’s Bike of the Year 2025 list, an annual round-up that assists in electric bike, speed pedelec or cargo bike purchasing decisions.
This is the eleventh edition of the popular “Bike of the Year” selection by VAB, a Belgian roadside assistance organisation that repairs bicycles, cars and motorcycles.
VAB’s Bike of the Year selection process
VAB winners are partly chosen by consumers as well as a professional jury of bicycle industry experts, with each of the bikes being judged on technical specifications such as manoeuvrability, steering behaviour, comfort, ergonomics, safety, pedal assistance and price-quality ratio. This year, there were 45 bicycles competing for Bike of the Year recognition in the categories of e-bike economy (a maximum support of 25 km/h, with a maximum price of €3,250), e-bike premium, speed pedelec, and new for this year, a cargo bike category for both longtail and box-type cargo bikes.
Stromer’s ST5 Smart.Shift crowned best speed pedelec
The VAB jury selected this model as their winner, with the panel of everyday riders and e-bike experts being impressed by the ST5 Smart.Shift’s powerful motor, dynamic riding feel, intuitive support as well as its high safety performance, “Especially the motor, support, ride feel and safety gave the ST5 Smart.Shift the edge,” says Jan Creten from VAB.
This model is a powerful crowd-pleaser with its quiet 850-watt rear-wheel motor, premium components, and electronic Pinion Smart.Shift system that delivers high performance with speed and precision, with a range of up to 180 km.
Its innovative design also comes with the groundbreaking Stromer Sound System and a new recyclable carbon-reinforced mudguard, which in comparison to aluminium mudguards, reduces CO2 footprint by 50%.
Stromer acknowledges the importance of winning the best speed pedelec award in empowering cleaner and more conscious commuting, “We want to inspire people to choose mobility that makes them — and society — healthier, happier, and more sustainable,” says Bram Ariese, Marketing Manager BeNeLux at myStromer Europe.
The Ellio Original takes the second podium place
VAB described the Ellio Original as being a credible runner-up with its sharp price of €6,995.
Ellio itself describes it as a speed pedelec that’s built for urban riders of varied ages and sizes, with highlights including its powerful double motor, automatic switching system, large removable battery and regenerative back-pedal brake. Its stealthy design has a 1150 WH battery which brings a range of 50-200 km, and is equipped to carry loads of up to 160 kg. More information about the Ellio Original can be found on the Ellio website.
Belgian speed pedelec brand and LEVA-EU member Ellio has launched an updated version of its Jaws software, bringing riders enhanced braking control, a more natural riding feel, and greater energy management efficiency.
Braking power doubled
The update has doubled the strength of the regenerative back-pedal brake. As well as providing a more intuitive braking feel and greater control, the energy recovery function is enhanced, and the lifespan of brake components is extended.
New features introduced
When stationary, the pedal stays in its position, rather than sinking down, even with a foot placed on it. This is designed to simplify restarting in scenarios such as at traffic lights. Riders may experience a light ‘tapping’ feedback, which Ellio says is part of the design and not a cause for concern.
The battery charge indicator is now at the top left of the display screen, with a five-bar icon clearly indicating the charge level.
Maximum power can be maintained until the battery charge level drops to 20%, meaning that riders can ride on full power for longer than previously. (Ellio points out that this will of course affect achievable range.)
The cadence now automatically adjusts to the speed, meaning a smoother riding experience at lower speeds. In maximum support mode, the maximum force on the pedals has also been increased, which limits the need to ‘pedal through’.
The previously reported small power loss in certain scenarios has been resolved, enabling riders to enjoy stable and sufficient power assistance.
A full list of all changes in the software update can be found here.
LEVA-EU member Ellio’s IntuEdrive drive system achieved great recognition at a major Dutch bicycle industry event, obtaining a podium place.
Ellio’s IntuEdrive drive system went up against various entries from bicycle manufacturers and importers to be shortlisted for the prestigious Bicycle Innovation Award in the RAI Fiets Awards 2025, with its independent jury judging entries on design, user-friendliness and cycling characteristics.
Its podium place finish marks a great 2025 milestone for the brand in providing outstanding technology for e-bike commuting.
LEVA-EU member Ellio, developer and manufacturer of speed pedelecs, has had its IntuEdrive Drivetrain nominated for the 2025 Bicycle Innovation Award
The Netherlands’ industry body, RAI association, has announced the shortlist for the Fiets Awards 2025, with the IntuEdrive Drivetrain developed by Ellio included in the Bicycle Innovation category.
The drive system is fully developed in-house and manufactured in Belgium. It features dual motors (good for 1500W) which provide direct drive to both wheels, offering unprecedented power combined with extra stability and control, even in wet weather or on slippery surfaces, helping to enhance safety.
With its automatic transmission, there is no need to shift gears, enabling easy acceleration and efficient energy consumption, and ensures that you can keep your eyes on the road. The regenerative braking system feeds energy back into the battery with every brake action, helping to extend battery life and reduce brake wear. The innovative inclusion of this sustainable technology makes Ellio not only comfortable and reliable, but also perfect for a healthy, active lifestyle – ideal for any commuter who wants to hit the road with peace of mind.
The Fiets Awards 2025 take place online on 4th March; find out more here.
The speed pedelec manufacturer and LEVA-EU member presents new accessory that brings additional range within reach
The AccuPak is a sturdy carrying bag equipped to hold an additional battery, bringing extra range for riders. Currently only available for the Ellio Max model, it includes a battery carrier, MIK luggage carrier plate and pannier tubes for the price of €240.
AccuPak highlights
Highlights include its robust and durable ergonomic design as well as a quick and easy mounting/dismounting function that allows riders to double their range in just a few clicks.
Its versatile design is built to cope with unpredictable weather thanks to its waterproof material, rolltop closure and sturdy mounting plate.
Built for efficiency, it enables batteries to be simply quickly swapped over for enhanced convenience.
Ellio’s AccuPak has been designed with expert craftsmanship, making it a trusty sidekick for both daily commuters and long-distance riders.
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Speed pedelec brand announces flexible ways for riders to test its products
To help customers make the right purchasing decisions, Ellio is offering increased versatility with its test-riding service. Customers can test its products at Ellio test locations for timings of 1 hour, 24 hours and 48 hours. The Belgian brand also invites customers to contact them directly if they would prefer testing in the comfort of their own home, or for a longer period of up to a month.
Ellio will also shortly be attending the Benelux cycling fair Velofollies from 17-19 January at Hall 1, Booth 143, and looks forward to discussing its offering with cycling enthusiasts.
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Belgian bike brand shares comprehensive video about its automatic switching function
A key feature of LEVA-EU member Ellio’s speed pedelecs is that riders don’t have to use gears thanks to its automatic shifting system. Ellio bikes house a gear box in the rear wheel, where belts for its pedal and mid-motor come together to power it up. This system allows riders to choose their own cadence and pedal at their preferred pace; once the cadence is reached, the mid-motor automatically takes over to speed up the ride.
The video of an Ellio developer explaining its process can be found here (in Dutch).
