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  1. Silence has announced the renewal of its e-motorcycle

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    Source: Acciona

    After highly successful sales results in Europe, the LEVA-EU member’s best-selling S02 model will now be available as a lighter, upgraded version offering more stability, with additional storage space under its seat.

    Acciona’s electric mobility brand, Silence, has proceeded with offering a new upgraded version of its S02 e-moped. By improving the model’s stability, design and riding usability, Silence aspires to strengthen its leadership in urban mobility.

    The Spanish company has stated that S02’s most prominent new feature is the instalment of a front wheel that offers a larger diameter to optimise stability and safety. Furthermore, the new S02 is offering for the first time, under seat storage that has enough space for a full-face helmet.

    The S02’s weight has also been reduced to 132 kg to improve its speed for a range of urban riding scenarios, including delivery driving and professional fleets. The revamped moped offers a range of 138 kilometres, which the company says is “leading its segment in this parameter”.

    Removable battery and smart connectivity features

    Similarly to its predecessor, the model offers charging convenience for customers with a removable 5.6 kWh battery, which can be charged from a household power outlet, or swapped with a fully charged battery at 180 Acciona battery swap stations in Spain or 20 Acciona stations in France, in less than 30 seconds.

    The battery is also compatible with other Silence vehicles S01 and S04.

    The S02 offers smart connectivity, with the My Silence app, enabling features including vehicle location, keyless access, battery status checks, temporary transfer to other users, as well as three driving modes: Eco, City, and Sport.

    Its battery and connectivity features make the S02 ideal for private usage, or for delivery fleets or urban vehicle sharing services, thanks to Silence’s convenient battery recharging service and its connectivity for improving efficiency and usability.

    Availability and price

    The new version of Silence’s popular model will be available in two variants: the L1e, which has been approved as a moped with a speed limited to 45 km/h, available at the cost of €2,990, and L3e, which has a maximum speed of 85 km/h, currently available in Spain with the purchase price of €3,490.

  2. Silence launches battery exchange stations in France

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    Source: Moto Magazine

    LEVA-EU member Acciona’s e-motorcycle brand Silence has opened its first battery swapping stations in France, marking a major step in expanding its European e-mobility network. This coincides with the introduction of a new battery subscription and rental service, providing a wider range of convenient options for its customers.

    Moto Magazine has stated that Silence has made a big impression in the urban two-wheeler market, with its Silence SO1 electric motorcycle model believed it be the “best-selling electric scooter in Europe, and one of the best selling models in its segment in France.”

    New battery swapping stations in France

    The latest instalment in France will build on its successful network of 160 stations in Spain. Silence’s French stations will be mostly located within Esso service stations, at some parking lots, and at dealerships.

    The Spanish manufacturer is opening 14 battery swapping stations in the Paris metropolitan area, with the network expected to reach French Riviera locations such as Nice and Cannes by the end of 2025.

    Image credit: Moto Magazine

    Silence’s battery replacement method

    The battery replacement method that’s already being used for electric mobility in Japan, Taiwan and China involves the swapping of a depleted battery for a fully charged replacement in under 30 seconds.

    New monthly subscription and rental service

    Coinciding with the launch of its new stations in France, Silence is now offering a battery subscription and rental service, giving users the option to buy a Silence e-motorcycle without a battery, receiving a 30% discount off the total price (from €3,995).

    From this pricing option, users would subscribe to a monthly plan that consists of 12 battery exchange cycles, making electric motorcycle ownership more affordable and convenient by eliminating upfront battery costs and enabling quick swaps rather than charging.

  3. Acciona announces new charging infrastructure in Madrid, Spain

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    Source: Acciona

    The LEVA-EU member’s latest infrastructure implementation marks a milestone in making electric mobility more accessible in the Spanish capital, with the inclusion of a station for exchanging removable batteries in trolley format for its vehicles, which include microcars and electric motorcycles operating under the brand name Silence.

    A new municipal electric vehicle charging station powered entirely by certified renewable energy has been inaugurated in the Madrid district of Vicálvaro. The project, developed under a municipal concession by ACCIONA Energía in collaboration with the Madrid City Council, was formally presented at an event attended by Borja Carabante, the City Council’s delegate for Urban Planning, Environment and Mobility.

    The facility offers 32 charging points available to the public 24 hours a day, year-round. It is designed to accommodate a wide range of vehicle types including electric motorcycles. It also offers a dedicated battery-exchange station for Acciona’s Silence electric vehicles equipped with swappable batteries, from electric motorcycles to four-wheeled vehicles, categorised as L6 (45 km/h) or as L7 (micro-car) vehicles.

    With 3,000 kW of installed capacity, the hub operates exclusively on renewable energy. ACCIONA Energía has also installed solar canopies totaling 150.42 kWp, capable of generating nearly 200,000 kWh annually and avoiding more than 54 metric tons of CO₂ emissions each year. The photovoltaic system contributes directly to vehicle charging and ensures the energy self-sufficiency of the on-site service building, which includes a rest area with vending machines and restrooms for users.

    The complex features a modular architectural design that incorporates a pergola made from recyclable wood for shade and weather protection, as well as urban furniture produced through 3D printing.

    A future expansion of the station is planned for 2028. The upgrade will add 24 additional charging points, bringing the total to 56 and positioning Vicálvaro as one of Madrid’s largest and most adaptable public electric vehicle charging hubs. The initiative supports the city’s Sustainable Urban Mobility Plan and the Madrid 360 environmental strategy.