Baloise crash test: when electric bikes are spotted too late
Basel, July 9, 2021. Bicycles fitted with an electric motor have become increasingly popular in recent years, and the coronavirus pandemic has boosted demand even more. Firstly, electric bikes offer a practical alternative to public transport. Secondly, Switzerland has seen a significant change in how people spend their leisure time and holidays: The Swiss have fallen back in love with spending time in the great outdoors. But how safe are electric bikes, and what might happen in the event of an accident? Baloise teamed up with Dynamic Test Center AG, the Basel traffic police, the Working Group on Accident Mechanics (AGU Zurich), Mercedes-Benz Trucks Schweiz AG and the Bike Factory to carry out a number of tests.