# Automotive Brand Electric Bikes The GM E-Bike Speaks to a Shift Away from Personal Vehicles By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-11-08 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gm-ebike References: [coolmaterial](https://coolmaterial.com/rides/gm-electric-bike/) & [ebikebrandchallenge](https://ebikebrandchallenge.com/call-for-entries) The increasing congestion that is present on nearly all urban streets in urban areas around the world is seeing some consumers ditch their personal vehicle, which is seeing automotive brands take notice with products like the [GM](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metaverse-boutique) [E-Bike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-bicycle-designs). The bike is positioned as an eco-friendly option for consumers that is [foldable, compact and perfect for commuting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aventon-level-3), last-mile hauls or leisure rides in urban areas. The bike features all the essential components for urban riders like a front headlight and USB port, but is kept simple to make it applicable for mainstream adoption. The GM E-Bike is being promoted with a crowdfunding campaign that calls on consumers to name the new eco-friendly product and will reward the lucky winner with a $10,000 prize. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 86% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Urban Mobility Solutions:** Develop eco-friendly, compact and foldable bikes with essential components for urban riders. - **Last-mile Transportation:** Build convenient and affordable options for commuters to get to their destination from public transportation or parking spots. - **Sustainable Transportation Alternatives:** Explore alternatives to personal vehicles that reduce congestion and environmental impact in urban areas. ### Who This Affects Most - **Automotive Industry:** Leverage the expertise in vehicle production to create innovative urban transportation solutions. - **Bicycle Industry:** Partner with automotive companies to incorporate technology and design solutions for urban commuters. - **Sharing Economy:** Use sharing platforms such as bike-sharing services to improve last-mile transportation and reduce congestion on urban roads. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Truck-Inspired Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hummer-ev-1.md) - [Automaker Brand E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/e-bike-1.md) - [Connected Urbanite Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pave-motors-bk-ebike.md) - [Automobile-Inspired E-Bike Launches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ford-1.md) - [Hyper-Compact Commuter eBikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/epopcycle.md) - [Folding Urban E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-urban-ebike.md) - [Stylized Foldable E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gocycle-g4i.md) - [Micro Mobility Sub-Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/momentum.md) - [Special-Edition Urban E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/specialedition-urban-ebikes.md)