Mobility
Bosch unveils hub motor for urban e-bikes, boosting connectivity and anti-theft features
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.