General Motors ARῙV eBikes

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GM’s Product-Design team combined its automotive and cycling expertise to create two innovative, integrated and connected eBikes that address the needs of urban commuters. The ARĪV Meld eBike and ARĪV Merge folding eBike combine simplicity and intuition to become exceptionally compact designs, allowing for easier transit and more convenient storage.


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  • GM’s Vision is a future of Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion, committing to deliver safe, better and more sustainable ways for people to get around. We are committed to safety in everything we do; we create sustainable solutions that improve the communities in which we live and work, and we build brands that inspire passion and loyalty. ARĪV eBikes are focused to empower people to rediscover the joy of moving through their city more freely, by creating solutions that reduce emissions and congestion, and giving people who live and work in cities a cure for the common commute.

  • Modern, Integrated Design Architecture & surface language, enhanced by lightweight hydroformed aluminium tubing and integrated cable management, combined with the fit, finish and refinement of materials and textures, allows for a holistic, easy-to-use customer-centric design. Functional Simplicity ARĪV Merge folds in three simple steps. Main latch releases three folding hinges on the bike, making it more intuitive, easier and quicker, than any other folding bike on the market. Engineering Innovation GM’s Propriety Motor, highlighted in its unique colour, is as powerful as it is compact. With best-in-class torque it has the power to accelerate faster and climb most hills effortlessly.

  • ARĪV ebikes, backed by GM, are focused on helping people move more freely in cities by creating solutions that reduce emissions and congestion. They’re a fast, fun and healthy way to reach a destination. ARĪV MERGE is built for urban commuters who demand speed, connectivity and visionary design. With its 3-step folding process, it folds up to the size of a carry-on bag. Its handle lets you trolley the eBike aboard trains, subways, buses and its compactness makes it easy to store when you reach your destination. ARĪV MELD, a single-speed eBike, gives everything you need to conquer your commute.

  • Visionary Design & Integrated Safety marries a modern form with a suite of patented, functional innovations that keeps the rider safe, secure, ultra-connected. • Integrated headlamp & handle • Fully integrated, rechargeable front/rear LED lights • Ergonomic grips with flashing turn signals • Kickstand cleverly integrated with seatpost • Integrated motor cutoff switches • Three sophisticated colours: Raven, Crème-Weiss & Tin-Roof Rusted Red • Weight: 18kg • Wheels: 16in + hydraulic disc brakes Ultra-connected & Smart • ARĪV eBike APP pairs with eBike to provide navigation, riding metrics (speed, distance, weather-tracking, power-assist level and remaining battery power) all in one interface. • Battery-charge level monitoring • Integrated USB-Port for phone charging • GPS-enabled security Engineering Excellence & Durability • GM motor, built specifically for ARĪV eBikes, delivers top-of-segment power and torque for its size, enabling speeds up to 32 km/h, 75Nm torque with four levels of pedal-assisted power. • Frame integrated Lithium-Ion battery keeps the weight low for impressive ride and handling. Fully charged in under four hours, allowing a 32km range on a single charge. • Distinct trolleying ability when folded, rolling on its own wheels … eBike needs no disassembly. Ready to ride on arrival: delivered directly to your doorstep, ready to ride. Simply charge the battery; unfold eBike and hit the road.