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A very nice (but very expensive) automatic commuter bicycle option

Not too long ago we showed you a new automatic transmission that has been developed with bicycles in mind, but may very well be suitable for larger-scale machines such as motorcycles or even automobiles in the future. The transmission is now available on the Ellsworth Ride city bike. We have also shown you how you could potentially save time by commuting on a bicycle, depending on the traffic patterns in the area in which you live. Granted, this is a very expensive bicycle ($3,000-$4,000), but think of the bright side: not only will you have ... Read more →

Video of the NuVinci continuously variable planetary transmission

Now this is something that is totally cool. You are probably familiar with the CVT, or continuously variable transmissions, that are becoming more commonplace on modern cars and scooters these ...

A very nice (but very expensive) automatic commuter bicycle option 2 years ago on Autoblog Green

Not too long ago we showed you a new automatic transmission that has been developed with bicycles in mind, but may very well be suitable for larger-scale machines such as motorcycles or even automobiles in the future. The transmission is now available on the Ellsworth Ride city bike. We have also ...

Video of the NuVinci continuously variable planetary transmission 2 years ago on Autoblog Green

Now this is something that is totally cool. You are probably familiar with the CVT, or continuously variable transmissions, that are becoming more commonplace on modern cars and scooters these days. The systems generally use a couple of pulleys and a belt or chain to connect the two pulleys. As ...



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