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Although commuter electric bikes were seen as a new-fangled technological invention of the modern world, the first electric bicycle for transportation was invented over 120 years ago. A Quick Look Back at Commuter E-Bikes While commuter electric bikes might seem like a modern invention, the first electric bicycle actually dates back over 120 years! In 1895, Ogden Bolton Jr. was granted the first U.S. patent for a battery-powered bike. Since then, the concept has evolved massively. Today, commuter e-bikes are becoming one of the most popular and efficient ways to get around, blending modern tech with eco-friendly transportation. What is…
