Volkswagen unveils safety‑first e‑bike and eyes power‑train redesign for ID. Buzz

Volkswagen introduced a new electric bicycle that prioritises rider safety. The e‑bike includes a rear‑view camera that streams to a handlebar display, radar‑based blind‑spot warning, high‑visibility LED lighting, a smart helmet that syncs signals and can alert emergency contacts, and HUD‑style smart glasses showing speed, range and navigation. The Sport version starts at $4,349, with accessories such as the helmet ($399) and glasses ($499) sold separately.

Separately, the company’s commercial‑vehicle chief said the ID. Buzz van may receive a major power‑train overhaul, exploring an extended‑range electric‑recharge hybrid (EREV) version to address its 376 km range limit. Practical constraints of the MEB platform make adding an internal‑combustion engine difficult, prompting Volkswagen to focus on EREV models in other brands and markets, with performance in China seen as a key indicator.