Electric Cargo Bike Market Report 2024

This Electric Cargo Bike industry report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.

The electric cargo bike market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $1.69 billion in 2023 to $1.88 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.8%. Growth during the historic period can be attributed to several factors, including rising environmental consciousness, increased investments in fuel-efficient products, expanding infrastructure development, growing urban congestion, and heightened investment in the e-mobility sector.

The electric cargo bike market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.95 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.9%. The projected growth in the forecast period can be attributed to several factors such as an increasing focus on health and fitness, greater consumer awareness and adoption, shifts in consumer preferences, improvements in battery life and efficiency, and enhanced safety features. Key trends during this period include the exponential growth of e-commerce, the expansion of bike-sharing programs, a focus on infrastructure development, and heightened corporate sustainability initiatives.

The rise of e-commerce is expected to drive the growth of the electric cargo bike market in the coming years. The expansion of e-commerce is fueled by the convenience of online shopping, the widespread use of mobile devices, and the increased accessibility of the internet. Electric cargo bikes play a crucial role in e-commerce by providing efficient, eco-friendly last-mile delivery, which helps reduce congestion and emissions in urban areas. For example, according to the Census Bureau of the Department of Commerce, a U.S. government department, U.S. retail e-commerce sales reached $289.2 billion in the first quarter of 2024, marking a 2.1% increase (±0.7%) from the fourth quarter of 2023. Thus, the rise of e-commerce is contributing to the growth of the electric cargo bike market.

Leading companies in the electric cargo bike market are focusing on developing advanced products with extended rear ends and versatile racks to enhance cargo capacity and adaptability. Extended rear ends refer to longer rear sections designed to carry larger loads, while versatile racks are adjustable or multifunctional cargo platforms that improve cargo handling. For instance, in February 2024, Gocycle, a UK-based developer of electric bicycles, launched the CXi and CX+ long-tail electric cargo bikes, designed for urban mobility and family use. These bikes feature an electric pedal-assist system, a high-capacity battery, integrated cargo solutions, a durable build, an advanced braking system, enhanced safety features, and customizable options, providing a versatile and efficient riding experience.

In May 2024, Blurby, a U.S.-based electric bike brand, acquired Hagen Bikes for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Blurby aims to integrate Hagen Bikes' advanced design and manufacturing expertise to expand its product portfolio, drive innovation, and strengthen its position in the electric bike market. Hagen Bikes is an Estonia-based company that manufactures and designs bicycles, including electric cargo bikes.

Major companies operating in the electric cargo bike market are Pon Holdings B.V., Giant Manufacturing Co. Ltd., Rad Power Bikes Inc., Accell Group N.V., Derby Cycle Werke GmbH, Brompton Bicycle Ltd., Riese & Müller GmbH, Pedego Electric Bikes LLC, Tern Bicycles Pte. Ltd., Worksman Cycles Inc., Urban Arrow B.V., Hero Cycles Ltd., Triobike ApS, Royal Dutch Gazelle, Babboe B.V., Kleuster B.V., Winora Group GmbH, Amsterdam Bicycle Company B.V., Benno Bikes Inc., Bunch Bikes Inc., Butchers & Bicycles ApS, Christiania Bikes ApS, Surly Bikes, Xtracycle Inc., Yuba Bicycles LLC.

Europe was the largest region in the electric cargo bike market in 2023. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the electric cargo bike market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

The countries covered in the electric cargo bike market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

An electric cargo bike is a bicycle designed for carrying heavy loads or multiple passengers, equipped with an electric motor to assist with pedaling. These bikes have a robust frame, substantial cargo capacity, and often include additional storage features, making them ideal for urban deliveries and eco-friendly transportation of goods and people.

Electric cargo bikes come in various configurations, including two-wheeled, three-wheeled, and four-wheeled models. A two-wheeled electric cargo bike is specifically designed to assist with transporting heavy loads, typically featuring a large cargo area at the front or rear. These bikes are commonly used for efficient goods transportation in urban environments. They are powered by different types of batteries, such as lithium-ion (Li-ion), lead-based, and nickel-based, and offer ranges of less than 50 km or more than 50 km. The primary end users of these bikes include courier and parcel service providers, large retail suppliers, personal transportation, service delivery, and waste and municipal services.

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The electric cargo bike market consists of sales of front-loading cargo bikes, rear-loading cargo bikes, longtail bikes, box bikes, utility bikes, bike trailers, electric assist cargo bikes and custom electric cargo bikes. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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