TechXtracycle's Swoop ASM e-bike brings automatic shifting to cargo bikes

Xtracycle’s $4,500 Swoop ASM cargo e-bike uses an automatic transmission developed by Shimano. Drawing on cadence, torque, and speed data, the system selects an appropriate gear and lets electronic controls take over shifting.

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AArs Technica★★☆☆☆2026-08-26 11:00Original