Electric-Assist Bicycles

Building on our vision to help electrify two-wheel mobility in the U.S., we’ve teamed up with Kent International Inc. to bring new entries to the eBike market. Panasonic is partnering with the leading bicycle manufacturer to launch three electric-assist bicycle models under two brands with three models, providing batteries and more compact, powerful and versatile motors.

Panasonic is powering the Van Dessel Gravel PASSEPARTOUT eBike and CAPTAIN SHRED Mountain eBike with our new GX0 motor system, boasting an innovative casting design that makes its 2.95kg weight and 90Nm of torque an industry leading weight-to-power advantage. This motor is also engineered to be compatible with status and fitness applications, capable of providing helpful data like battery life, distance, pace, and more. The Univega UVG-1 USA Touring eBike is the first lifestyle offering for the bike brand, and will feature Panasonic’s X0 motor system, weighing in at 3.7kg and delivering 80Nm of torque.

These new eBike offerings align with the two-wheel mobility craze that has caught on globally and meet America’s accelerating demands for electric-assist bicycles for recreation, fitness and commuting.

Panasonic is a leader in smart, environmentally-responsible transportation, providing next generation energy solutions and new connectivity for vehicles from four wheels to two, in categories including industrial and autonomous. And now we’re at the forefront of future mobility, powering electric-assist bicycles with inspired engineering that bring this emerging transportation alternative to a broader population. Our compact, high-performance motors and intelligent tech enable new design opportunities for top bike brands, including Kent International, anticipating the needs of a growing cycling culture that is ready to be electrified and connected.