Above: Courtesy of Ford; Below: Photo by Derek Price
Key Takeaways:
Ford is researching electric bicycles, such as its lightweight, foldable MoDe:Me prototype, as part of its shift towards becoming a "mobility company."
The MoDe:Me e-bike, weighing 33 pounds, is portable enough to fit in small aircraft cargo areas.
This e-bike offers a practical ground transportation solution for pilots needing to travel short distances from destination airports that may not offer crew cars.
The project is currently in the research phase with no definitive production timeline, but Ford aims for the bike to be an "accessible" device if it comes to market.
Pilots could have more options for ground transportation in the future if Ford Motor Company has its way.
As part of CEO Mark Fields’ plan to transform his firm from a century-old manufacturing giant into a new-age “mobility company,” Ford has been researching electric bicycles for its potential future product lineup.
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