VELLO: Redefining Urban Mobility Through Innovation, Design, and Sustainability
VELLO: Redefining Urban Mobility Through Innovation, Design, and Sustainability
With cities on every continent becoming more and more congested and urban planners shutting down more and more individual car traffic to mitigate both traffic and emissions, the urban mobility of the future requires a complete overhaul. At the forefront of this is VELLO, a firm out of Austria that combines the latest technology, lightweight materials, and eco-friendly design to produce bikes specifically designed for the multimodal future.
A Multimodality Vision: From Folding Bikes to E-Cargo Solutions
Central to VELLO’s purpose is the conviction that bicycles ought not to be in competition with other means of transport but should be complementary. This ethos is encapsulated by the VELLO folding bicycle, which exists in pedal and electric forms. Designed for effortless integration with public transport, it can be folded into the dimensions of hand luggage so that commuters can easily carry it on subways, buses, and even long-distance trains—unreserved. This ease of use does create a genuine multimodal chain of mobility, enabling users to integrate cycling with transit for easier, more efficient transport across the urban network.
VELLO doesn’t stop at personal commuting. The company addresses another crucial urban challenge—last-mile cargo and child transport—with the VELLO SUB, a compact yet powerful e-cargo bike. Weighing just 24.9 kg, the SUB is one of the lightest in its class, maintaining portability even in cities with stairs, narrow entrances, or limited elevator access. Despite its lightweight design, the SUB boasts an impressive payload capacity of up to 210 kg and a total length of only 180 cm—short enough to be recognized as a standard bicycle for train travel. It’s a game-changer for families, couriers, and city dwellers who need flexibility without compromising strength or space.
Technology That Elevates Performance and Durability
VELLO’s commitment to state-of-the-art technology can be seen in every aspect of their bikes. At the heart of this is the 3X3 NINE internal gear hub, which is available on the folding bike as well as the VELLO SUB. Engineered together with 3X3, this hub provides an impressive 554% gear range for silky-smooth, maintenance-free pedaling in varying conditions—whether tackling sharp hills, hauling heavy loads, or suffering the daily wear-and-tear of folding, unfolding, and public transport treatment. The 3X3 NINE’s high-performance durability under changing stress conditions demonstrate VELLO’s dedication to long-term durability and smart design.
Safety, Visibility, and Style: The 360° Reflective Line
Along with mechanical and mobility innovations, VELLO also focuses highly on usability and safety. With an awareness that visibility is key in city centers, the company has created the 360° Reflective accessory line—a considerate series that enhances cyclist safety, particularly at early morning or late evening hours.
The line includes reflective rain ponchos for kids, luggage bags specifically designed for the VELLO SUB, and sporty frame bags that fit all folding models. All of the items from the line are made from OEKO-TEX approved materials, recognized as environmentally friendly and long-lasting. The reflective parts offer visibility of up to 140 meters, providing essential reaction time for the traffic around and lowering the risk of accidents considerably. This line of products supports VELLO’s comprehensive design philosophy—one that upholds not only performance, but also the comfort and safety of the rider.
Sustainability Meets State-of-the-Art Manufacturing
VELLO’s focus on sustainability goes beyond user experience—it’s even built into materials and manufacturing processes. The company’s bikes are engineered with circular economy in mind. Quality, repairable materials like titanium and chromoly steel are chosen to maximize durability and lifespan. Additionally, VELLO’s modular bike architecture provides for easy customization, repairs, and upgradability, prolonging product life and reducing environmental footprint.
In order to take this ethos even further, VELLO uses 3D printing (additive manufacturing) for the manufacturing of intricate structural parts. These range from components like the motor mount on the VELLO SUB to the novel folding mechanism on the folding bike fork. In contrast to traditional CNC milling, which tends to waste a lot of raw material, 3D printing builds up the components in layers—saving material and allowing for precision-made, lightweight structures. For instance, shell parts that are challenging to hollow out by CNC methods can be produced effectively in one print by additive processes. Even form-sensitive parts such as curved titanium tube fittings are eased by this process so that they can be constructed as robust single pieces without sacrificing form or function.
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