# Efficient Smart Urbanite eBikes The Segway eMoped C80 Boasts Smart Seating Detection and More By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-10-02 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/segway-emoped-c80 References: [tuvie](https://www.tuvie.com/segway-c80-move-smarter-with-moped-style-electric-bike/) & [indiegogo](https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/segway-emoped-c80-the-first-smart-ebike-by-segway?utm_source=www.tuvie.com&utm_medium=kickbooster&utm_content=link&utm_campaign=c076d8fa#/) The Segway eMoped C80 comes as the first smart [eBike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xyber) from the brand that is focused on a range of advanced features to help keep riders supported when commuting or simply heading out on a leisure ride. The eBike boasts smart seating detection along with an antitheft system and even an auto lock mode to help prevent unauthorized riders from activating the vehicle. The [moped-style design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mustang-electric-bike) means its legal to ride the bike in most of the United States without the need for a license. The Segway eMoped C80 is capable of offering riders a top speed of 20mph and can deliver up to 52.8 miles of range per charge. This is thanks to the 1,152 Wh lithium-ion battery that can also be swapped out when low. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 88% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) > [Transportation](https://www.trendhunter.com/transportation) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Smart Ebikes:** The rise of smart eBikes presents opportunities for integrating advanced features like smart seating detection and antitheft systems. - **Automated Locking Systems:** The demand for auto lock modes in eBikes represents a disruptive innovation opportunity for companies specializing in bike security. - **Swappable Batteries:** The use of swappable batteries in eBikes opens up possibilities for extending the range and convenience of electric transportation. ### Who This Affects Most - **Ebike Manufacturing:** Companies in the eBike manufacturing industry can leverage innovations like smart seating detection and antitheft systems to attract a broader consumer base. - **Bike Security:** The rise of eBikes with auto lock modes creates opportunities for businesses specializing in bike security to develop advanced locking systems tailored for electric bikes. - **Battery Technology:** The emergence of swappable batteries in eBikes calls for advances in battery technology to enhance performance and convenience for riders. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Advanced Security Ebikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/segway-xafari.md) - [High-Performance Motorcycle-Like eBikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xyber.md) - [Speedily Sprinting Electric Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-escooter.md) - [Rugged Feature-Rich E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xafari.md) - [Affordable Step-Through E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cgo800s.md) - [Collaborative E-Bike Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urban-b200.md) - [Robust Electric Kick Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-stand-bike.md) - [Connected Urbanite Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pave-motors-bk-ebike.md) - [Folding Seated Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seated-scooter.md)