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  1. Podbike’s FRIKAR is now available in Austria and Belgium

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    Norweigan micromobility brand and LEVA-EU member Podbike is increasing its accessibility to supply more European customers.

    Earlier this year Podbike announced proposed European expansion plans which have now been implemented for customers in the following countries:

    Austria

    Austrian customers can now order their FRIKAR here for an expected delivery date of July, or visit their partner Bentho eMobility GmbH for test-riding opportunities.

    Belgium

    Belgian customers can also receive their FRIKAR from July by ordering here or contact their Belgian partner Cyclogistic about test riding.

    Germany

    Customers in Germany can now get their FRIKAR delivered to their doorstep fully assembled before July if they place an order now, with the following order conditions:

    • Pay just 30% upfront
    • Pay the rest when your FRIKAR is ready to ship
    • Flat-rate home delivery for €500
    • Expected delivery: before July

    Stay tuned for more information on Podbike’s developments in 2025.

  2. Podbike extends its delivery service to more European countries

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    Norweigan micromobility brand responds to increasing demand for its sustainable, cutting-edge transport solutions.

    Norwegian micromobility company and LEVA-EU member Podbike has announced an expansion of its delivery services, making its innovative FRIKAR™ e-bike more accessible to customers across Europe. This move comes in response to increasing demand for more environmentally friendly transportation.

    Since its establishment in 2016, Podbike has been dedicated to developing and delivering cutting-edge mobility products with minimal environmental impact.

    The company’s distribution network now includes:

    • Enhanced accessibility for German customers, thanks to eight dealerships across Germany,
    • A direct ordering option for Norwegian customers via Podbike’s official website, along with opportunities for test rides.
    • The establishment of Podbike’s first dealership in Switzerland through a partnership with Elfar.
    • New agreements with distributors in France and Belgium, with deliveries expected to begin before summer 2025.

    Podbike is also actively seeking additional distribution partners to further expand its presence in Europe, and welcomes any distributor suggestions at hello@podbike.com. By increasing the availability of its FRIKAR™ e-bike, the company aims to enhance its sustainable mobility offerings, making its practical and eco-conscious transportation solution more accessible to consumers.

  3. Podbike announces new partnership with WUNDERFiX

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    Norweigan e-bike brand joins forces with WUNDERFiX to provide highly efficient warranty support to its German customers.

    This new collaboration means that Podbike FRIKAR owners in Germany can enjoy outstanding support for resolving warranty cases efficiently and quickly from the WUNDERFiX app, where its customer service team will take care of all processing, and if necessary, co-ordinate with local dealers on matters including reimbursement.

    WUNDERFiX originates from the Venture Studio JobRad Group, with a goal of advancing sustainable mobility with next level bicycle service to the bike industry.

    Podbike’s full announcement can be read here (in German).

  4. Podbike® FRIKAR™ Signature received by first customer in Germany

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    Advanced velomobile e-bike brand announces the initial shipment arrival of new fully enclosed street vehicle

    Podbike shipped its first batch of Podbike® FRIKAR™ Signature velomobiles in late February from Norway, and now the milestone of this model being picked up by its first customer has been reached in Bochum, Germany.

    This model has also recently made an appearance at the show E BIKE DAYS in Munich, Germany on April 26-28, with the next shipment being sent out soon.

    Podbike has additionally announced a new German service partner for its community, Radlalm, giving customers the convenient option to have their velomobile delivered to, and handled by a devoted team in Munich, as an alternative to existing partner Tri-Mobil in Bochum. Radlalm can also organise direct delivery to the homes of customers.

    These recent developments have added to an already exciting year for Podbike, its FRIKAR model won the award for “Most Innovative Sustainable Urban eMobility product – UK & Europe” at The Business Concept’s CSR Excellence Awards.

  5. First Podbike Frikar deliveries to Germany just around the corner

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    German purchasers of the advanced velomobile e-bike will soon receive their orders, as the brand begins strategic deliveries

    The wheels are in motion, and Podbike’s very first deliveries in Germany will take place in Bochum, Nordrhein Westfalen. This milestone represents a significant step in the brand’s journey. Podbike updates that, to ensure the smoothest experience for customers, deliveries will follow a meticulous, one-step-at-a-time approach, with thoughtful attention to detail.

    Podbike has also announced new service partner, Trimobile, to serve Nordrhein Westfalen and ensure that customers’ Podbike experience will be supported by a dedicated team.

    Along with this news, the brand share that they have opened new reservations for the Podbike FRIKAR in Europe once again, with delivery for new orders expected in 2025.

    The Podbike FRIKAR has recently been awarded with the Business Concept’s CSR Excellence Awards 2023 “Most Innovative Sustainable Urban eMobility Product – UK & Europe”. This achievement is a testament to the dedication, innovation, and sustainability that define the FRIKAR. The official announcement will take place in February 2024.

    About Podbike

    Podbike® reimagines the future of urban mobility as convenient, fun and sustainable. The company has invented an advanced e-bike to help bridge the transportation gap between cars and bicycles. Built on top of years of research and development, the T1 version of Frikar® ebike represents a new category of vehicle aimed at fighting climate change, lowering pollution and forming the transportation backbone of the smart cities of the future.

    Podbike AS was founded in 2016 by Per Hassel Sørensen (CTO and Lead Product Developer) and Anne-Lise Heggland (CEO) to address the growing challenges of urban mobility. The Podbike team is a collection of dedicated, nature-loving entrepreneurs, engineers and creatives located in Stavanger, Norway.

    The brand’s core motivation is a belief that tackling climate change is the greatest cause of our time. With a focus on sustainable and ethical production, and a product portfolio that prioritises low-carbon over low-budget, Podbike hopes to provide individuals and companies around the world with compelling transportation solutions.

    In developing the Podbike Frikar ebike, the company’s primary focus has been on improving existing velomobile designs to create the world’s most desirable car and bike alternative. With its all-weather canopy, long electric-assisted range and suite of comfort and function-focused features, the Frikar ebike is well positioned to become a vital part of global transportation infrastructure.

    Learn more at www.podbike.com

  6. FRIKAR Signature Deliveries by Podbike are Expanding

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    The maker of the four-wheeled e-bike with weather protection has updated that all local buyers in the Stavanger area of Norway have now received their Podbike® FRIKAR™ Signatures and are enjoying their rides around town. Currently, Podbike is in the process of expanding its delivery reach.

    Customers residing in and around the coastal town of Bergen, which is approximately a four-and-a-half-hour drive from Stavanger, have also received their bikes.

    Sending FRIKARs to other cities in Norway marks an important milestone for Podbike, as it represents the company’s first deliveries beyond its home area. The Bergen deliveries have been successfully completed, and deliveries to Oslo have commenced. Looking ahead, Podbike has set October as the target month for deliveries to Trondheim, a city significantly distant from Stavanger (800 km). Following this, the company will proceed with deliveries to the rest of Norway.

    In a previous update shared in May, Podbike announced its decision to transition from traditional stick-building techniques to small-batch production. The company acknowledges that there may have been inquiries regarding the progress of this transformation. Rest assured, every moment of anticipation has been worthwhile. Starting from August 1st, Podbike’s workshop has reinvigorated its production capacity, with an impressive ten bikes manufactured this month alone. This substantial increase in production has been achieved through a dedicated commitment to streamlining processes.

    Many pre-order customers are located in Germany, and Podbike anticipates commencing deliveries to German buyers before the end of the year. Podbike has already contacted its earliest pre-order customers in Germany to confirm their interest in purchasing a Podbike FRIKAR Signature.

    Podbike is committed to addressing each area one at a time, with the first area for deliveries to be announced in the next update from the company.

  7. FRIKAR production picks up

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    LEVA-EU member FRIKAR has announced that it is shifting to small-batch production of its limited-edition Signature model, allowing them to enhance their construction model.

    Only 180 units of the model will be produced, and entirely hand-built to ensure tight quality control. Previously, each was stick-built piece by piece, but now FRIKAR has hired another assembler, allowing the shift to more efficient small-batch production. Instead of working on one bike from beginning to end, each will now be built in batches, with the team working on the same stage on every bike in each batch, saving preparation time for each stage.

    This shift is seen by FRIKAR as a way to modestly boost output and increase efficiency, without sacrificing quality.

    FRIKAR Awards

    FRIKAR sees their Podbike concept as the next step in the evolution of green mobility, and last year received a handful of awards: Innovators Award at the Eurobike trade fair in Frankfurt, and Most Innovative Urban Mobility Company and E-Bike of the Year at the Scandinavia Business Awards. They have teased that another prestigious award is coming their way, with details to be revealed in due course. 

  8. Podbike officially delivers the first FRIKAR

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    After battling engineering challenges, a global pandemic, and a shortage of computer chips, LEVA-EU member Podbike has triumphantly announced its first FRIKAR delivery.

    On February 1 2023, the very first of Podbike’s innovative FRIKAR was delivered. Podbike co-founder Per Hassel Sørensen embarked on his journey to build a better bike in 2015 after being hurt in a bike/car collision. After eight years of development, the first model is now complete.

    Despite facing many challenges throughout the production and development process, the vehicle is officially on the road. Instead of customers cancelling pre-orders over the last two years as Podbike wrestled with design and supply chain challenges, the vehicle actually received more purchase requests than could be handled. Podbike shared, “This enthusiasm sustained us because it showed there is a sizeable and committed market for green mobility. Here it is: the final product! And we are stoked!!!”

    Individuals who pre-ordered the FRIKAR will now be contacted with further details on their purchases.

  9. Podbike begins construction of final FRIKAR e-bike

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    The updated version of LEVA-EU member Podbike’s FRIKAR vehicle will incorporate all design and engineering changes from the last 12 months.

    Construction is underway at Podbike HQ in Stavanger, Norway, with the bike being slowly and deliberately built by hand. This precision allows the team to develop its compilation documentation during assembly; following this, the final model will be tested for a month. After a successful testing period, the pre-ordered models will be hand-assembled and the scalability of manufacturing will be analysed.

    When Podbike set out in 2016, it was predicted that their bikes would be commercially available some time ago. However, the COVID-19 pandemic, war in Ukraine, supply chain problems, funding shortfalls, and design challenges have continually set back the release date. For this reason, the team is not yet able to commit to a final release date. Despite this, the previously confirmed roll-out plan will be followed: FRIKAR will be delivered to pre-order customers in Norway first and then to customers in Germany in 2023. The model will launch in other European countries, one at a time.