Dutch bicycle brand Gazelle has unveiled the Gazelle Curb e-bike using Bosch\'s new Hub Line drive system, aiming for a look closer to a conventional bicycle. The model pairs a rear 45Nm hub motor with a 360Wh battery hidden inside the frame and targets urban commuting. It will be sold in two versions, includes integrated lighting and other standard equipment, and is priced at 2,399 euros.

Bosch has unveiled its first rear hub motor aimed at the urban electric bicycle market, expanding beyond its mid-drive focus for premium e-bikes. The new Hub Line drivetrain delivers up to 45 Nm of torque and weighs 2.3 kg, and is designed to adjust output based on riding style. It integrates with electronic shifting, automatic gearboxes and Bosch’s slim PowerTube 360 battery. Bosch also introduced an updated ConnectModule combining GPS, cellular and motion detection.