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Nissan has announced the European market launch of a fully-electric version of its Townstar city van, which could be a good fit for small businesses or package deliver companies looking to haul goods around emissions-restricted city streets.

Following in the tire tracks of its City Slicker electric moto, CSC Motorcycles has announced the RX1E commuter, which has a top speed of 80 mph and a maximum range of 112 miles, plus neat touches like a belt drive, ABS and included top box.

The Flit-16 folding ebike launched on Kickstarter back in 2019 is now on general sale as the upgraded Commuter Edition, which we got to ride and fold, roll along and then unfold and ride for a few days earlier in the month.

While some electric moto makers focus on high performance and long range, others are aiming at the commuter market. California startup Ryvid has launched an around-town electric moto called the Anthem that also has enough pep for highway riding.

Following the launch of the stealthy Fuel EXe e-MTB, Trek has returned to the city for the second generation of its Dual Sport+ urban explorer ebike, which is designed to be flexible enough for work-day commutes and weekend trail adventuring.

UK-based Gin has launched a capable-looking commuter ebike that's versatile enough to handle weekend trail adventures too. The flagship X packs in a Bafang hub motor, 75+ mile battery, adjustable suspension and all-terrain tires for under £1,000.

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Denmark's Strøm Bikes has returned to crowdfunding platform Indiegogo for an update to its City ebike, which can be optioned with an extended-range battery, color display and a cargo system with click-to-lock baskets.

Harley-Davidson officially entered the ebike space back in October 2020 via a new spin-out company called Serial 1. The first three premium models followed in November, and now Serial 1 has announced its second generation ebikes are ready to ride.

Blix has added a versatile fat-tire all-terrain ebike called the Ultra to its product lineup, which can be switched between Class 2 and 3 modes, offers pedal assist up to 28 mph and can be had with dual batteries for up to 80 miles of range.

Propella has just unveiled its latest and most versatile ebike. Designed for daily commutes and moderate off-roading, the 9S Pro features a 350-W hub motor and offers up to 45 miles of per-charge assisted riding on city streets and beyond.

Back in January, Aventon took aim at commutes by car with the Solterra ebike, and then hit the trails with the Sinch fat-tire folder. Now the company has announced its final ebike launch for 2022 in the shape of the Pace 500 and Pace 350 cruisers.