The electric bike, already adopted by city dwellers
The electric bike is emerging as one of the best alternatives to the car in the city. Fast, economical, and environmentally friendly, it makes daily commutes easier. But a new trend is making it even more popular: the connected electric bike .
Definition: What is a connected bike?
A connected electric bike is a bike equipped with an IoT (Internet of Things) module that allows it to communicate with its user via a mobile application.
It is no longer limited to a motor and a battery:
- it transmits its GPS position in real time ,
- it alerts in case of theft or suspicious movement ,
- it updates remotely (OTA) ,
- It shares battery and engine status for added reliability.
👉 In summary: a connected electric bike is a safer, more practical and smarter bike .
Pioneering brands in connected cycling
Several manufacturers have already popularized the concept:
- Cowboy : Built-in anti-theft GPS tracking and minimalist design.
- Vanmoof : smart locking and tracking in case of theft.
- Angell : digital cockpit and advanced user experience.
These brands show how connectivity can transform a bicycle into a smart and secure vehicle .
Why choose a connected electric bike?
The benefits are numerous, both for individuals and professionals:
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Enhanced security
An electric bike is an investment. Thanks to the integrated GPS tracker , you always know where your bike is and receive an alert in case of theft.
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Ease of use
Automatic locking, location via the app, simplified starting: the connected bike makes the user experience smooth and pleasant.
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Reliability and monitoring
A connected bike allows for remote diagnostics , preventive maintenance and software updates to extend its lifespan.
Connected bicycles and fleets (public and private)
For a company, a community or a mobility operator , the connected bicycle brings decisive advantages:
- real-time geolocation of bicycles,
- simplified maintenance management,
- reduction of thefts,
- optimization of fleet usage.
👉 A real asset for developing efficient and profitable shared bicycle services .
The Trackap vision: democratizing the connected electric bike
At Trackap , we want connectivity to be accessible to everyone : manufacturers, fleet managers and users.
We offer a turnkey solution that combines:
- an IoT module integrated into the bike and powered by the main battery ,
- a complete management back office ,
- an open API to interface with existing applications.
Our objective: to remove the main obstacles to the adoption of electric bicycles :
- the fear of theft,
- the lack of comfort compared to a car,
- the difficulty of managing or maintaining a fleet.
With Trackap, every bike can become a smart connected bike , serving safer, more practical and more sustainable mobility.
FAQ: Connected electric bike
🔹 What is a connected bike?
A connected bike is an electric bike equipped with an IoT module and a GPS tracker that allows it to be tracked in real time, made secure and easier to use.
🔹 What is the point of a GPS tracker for an electric bike?
The GPS tracker protects against theft, simplifies fleet management and improves user peace of mind.
🔹 What is the difference between a classic GPS tracker and an integrated solution?
An external GPS tracker runs on batteries and needs to be recharged regularly. An integrated solution, like Trackap's, is connected directly to the bike's main battery → unlimited autonomy and invisible integration .