The Cargo bike revolution
The Cargo bike revolution
CityQ is a new generation 4-wheel cargo ebike and electric delivery bike. It is a smart bike with technology for tracking, electronic lock, mobile app, fleet management, electronic gearing, no bicycle chain or belt and regenerative brakes.
Fast delivery with 220 nm power on 2 motors and net weight 100 kg. Enable higher average speed even fully loaded and going uphill.
Modular design with multiple storage compartments. Cargo capacity 1–1.5 m³, plus ability towards 2 m³. Also pick up model or passenger version.
Full weather protection, including window, floor, doors and wiper. Comfortable car-like seating and seat belt option for safety.
Up to 100 km range with 2 swappable batteries positioned under rider seat.
Made for durability and low maintenance. No chains and mechanical drive train, full suspensions, double brakes, and enforced chassis.
Offered for buy, rent or leasing. Including insurance and service & maintenance. Low total cost of ownership
Regeneration
Savings
Efficiency
Sustainability
Cargo bikes produce zero emissions, contributing to cleaner air and a smaller carbon footprint.
Cargo bikes have lower purchase and running costs compared to vans, including fuel, maintenance, and insurance (though insurance is recommended).
In congested urban areas, cargo bikes can navigate traffic and access locations more easily than vans, potentially leading to faster delivery times and increased productivity.
Cargo bikes take up less road space and can be parked more easily, alleviating congestion.
CityQ is a great bike for all seasons and all weather. And with the Kaia Mobility service centre we have easy access to assistance. This enables Wolt both to scale our operations and be more sustainable. We just launched Wolt Market delivering all types of products in Oslo centre – by bike.
CityQ bike is not only fun to ride, it has also become crucial to do my job. CityQ enables me to work all day, up to 10 hours and cycling 100km, in all kinds of bad weather.With CityQ I get riding with comfort, safety and delivering to multiple customers on each ride. I have used CityQ for more than one year and appreciate both the bike and the unique service at Kaia Mobility.
The CityQ has saved both costs and my legs. Before I needed two full-time employees transporting the food by feet – across the entire Nurnberg Messe campus. Now I can use only one, which can handle the work in just 5 hours. And even cycling inside through corridors and doors from stores to cafes
DHL has used CityQ for more than 2 years in London. The bikes are easy to ride and park in inner city – making it efficient as well as safe for the riders. And the bikes still get a lot of positive attention.
CityQ is an amazing alternative to a car in inner city. It makes it easy to ride and park exactly where we do our window cleaning. And we need is in the bike. And no need for driving license – which was the initial reason for buying one.
Allowed in car-free zones and bike lanes, with free parking and no license required. Perfect for efficient, flexible urban deliveries.
100km range on just 2.9kWh. No fuel costs, no EV charging hassle—just plug into any socket. Chainless and low maintenance.
Cheaper to buy and operate than cars or vans. Car-like cabin for comfort and safety, with swappable cargo boxes for flexible capacity.
CityQ cargo bikes are certified in Germany under CE, EN15194, and EN17800 standards, tested by the independent authority Velotech.
Six real operators — DHL in London, JCDecaux in Paris, Blech Kurier and Lehrieder and Sturm in Germany, Wolt in Oslo — switched from vans and measured what happened. The results are consistent: 50% faster routes, 11 hours of daily labour recovered, €0.28 saved per kilometre, 365-day year-round operations, and over one million kilometres with zero rider injuries. Every business arrived at the same vehicle for a different reason. Every business stayed.
DHL’s two-year operation of CityQ four-wheel cargo bikes in London has proven that the traditional van is no longer the default for urban logistics. By navigating 2026’s £30.50 daily “Van Penalty” and leveraging the cargo ebike for business in London savings, DHL has successfully bypassed the driver shortage and high operational costs that plague traditional fleets. With a documented 60% speed advantage in congested zones and a zero-injury safety record over one million kilometers, the transition to cargo bike last mile delivery London is no longer a pilot—it is a proven, scalable blueprint for the $13.3 billion UK last-mile market.
London’s 2026 transport landscape has made the traditional delivery van a financial liability. Our recent pop-up at Clerkenwell Green demonstrated that 4-wheel logic is the only way to bypass the growing “Van Penalty” of ULEZ, Congestion Charges, and parking fines. By switching to the CityQ 1200 or Pickup, businesses regain hours of lost productivity by using cycle lanes and parking directly at the doorstep. With a payload of up to 200kg and a modular 1.3m³ cargo box, you get van-grade capacity without the need for a driver’s license. Whether you are a BID, a local council, or a facility manager, CityQ offers a weather-proof, 365-day solution to keep your business moving while London stands still.
In the 2026 urban landscape, quick-commerce is facing a “Delivery Deadlock” as congestion and zero-emission regulations push traditional vans and mopeds out of city centers. This blog explores how Wolt is breaking through these barriers by adopting 4-Wheel Logic with the CityQ 1200. By bridging the gap between a van’s capacity and a bicycle’s agility, Wolt has unlocked 365-day weather resilience, optimized its delivery algorithms, and created a scalable, license-free workforce. The result is a blueprint for last-mile efficiency that proves the future of urban commerce is infrastructure-agnostic and built on four wheels.
The “Oslo Paradox” reveals that as e-commerce grows, urban space for traditional delivery vans is vanishing due to zero-emission mandates and parking removals. To solve this, national carriers are shifting to “4-Wheel Logic,” utilizing vehicles like the CityQ 1200 that legally bypass gridlock via bike lanes. This transition right-sizes the fleet, cutting energy consumption by 90% and removing the driving license bottleneck to expand the labor pool. Ultimately, the future of the city isn’t just electric it is agile, infrastructure-agnostic, and software-defined.
While CityQ may look and feel more like a car – CityQ is registered as a bike due to following:
The max speed is 25kmh, and you need to pedal to go beyond 6kmh. But pedal feeling is light and different from a traditional bike, due to our unique software-based drivetrain.
If you know what you need a cargo bike for – you should request for an offer for a cargo bike from a local reseller or via the web site of a cargo bike maker, like CityQ. Depending on your needs they can advise you not only about the bike, but also service and how to get the most out of such a bike.
CityQ has dedicated business developers who advise buyers on whether you will benefit from our bikes or not. Click “Get an offer” and ask for an offer – and they will get in touch
Safety is a key benefit. We have optimized our 4-wheel bikes for safety to both riders and pedestrians. There are protective floor, doors and front body. CityQ ebikes have transported users for 1 million kilometres with no reported injury to anyone.
Yes, as a cargo bike – CityQ can be cycled and parked anywhere cycles are allowed. It is a lot of time saved not being caught in congestion or having to look for available car parking. This can save you 50% in time-efficiency vs a car. Though always try to park with care towards pedestrians.
A cargo bike can improve your operation in the inner city or improve your offerings, sustainability, offering or even access to new drivers. It can replace a van and reduce cost and efficiency.
A few things to consider before buying a cargo bike. What is the current daily transportation need as of range (km), congestion, access to parking, and need for capacity as of space and weight. What is the potential benefits with a bicycle as of free parking anywhere, no congestion, and no need for a driving license.
