TWIKE 5 CO-PILOT PEDAL SYSTEM
The TWIKE 5 uses a pedal generator to convert muscle power into electrical energy. This not only additionally improves the vehicle's ... read more
TWIKE 5 financing – Exclusive extras for early adopters
The TWIKE vehicle concept and the spirit of the TWIKE community are great constants. For almost three decades, TWIKE has stood for the ... read more
TWIKE 5 INTERIOR
Parallel to the construction of the first series-production vehicle frame, all the visible surfaces in the interior of the TWIKE 5 are currently being defined. read more
TWIKE 5 – Everything under control
The two sidesticks and their electrical functions are the essential link in the HMI (Human Machine Interface) between the pilot and the TWIKE 5. read more
TWIKE 5 in the virtual wind tunnel
The procurement of the individual parts for the near-series vehicle frame is currently in full swing. read more
TWIKE 5 BODY IN BLACK
The first driver test vehicle (FET) drives. We could not have imagined that the test drives would fulfill all expectations. read more
TWIKE 5 – Convertible Feeling
Convertible or T-Top Targa? Fabric or hardtop? In principle, both were conceivable in order to close the interior of the TWIKE 5 over the head area. read more
Body in white – Update
The development loop for the vehicle frame (body in white) can be considered complete for the prototypes. read more
Milestones or butts in seats
In Q4 2023, we reached valuable milestones on the way to the next prototypes. read more
TWIKE 5 front and aerodynamics
The test drives with the driver test vehicle (FET) are currently helping to confirm the design of the vehicle frame, chassis and electrics & electronics. read more
A round thing even without a steering wheel – TWIKE 5 presents optimized steering system
As a Human Power Hybrid, the three-wheeled electric vehicle TWIKE 5 impresses with an innovative overall concept. read more
First test drives with rider test vehicle of the TWIKE 5
On the way to the prototype, the completion of the driver test vehicle is an important milestone for the market launch of the TWIKE 5. read more
Commissioning successful
Next milestone reached! read more
Long live the TWIKE … with the support of a comprehensive service network
TWIKE stands for sustainability. read more
TWIKE 5 Chassis – Using the rear left wheel carrier as an example
The first self-designed landing gear parts are in the pipeline. read more
Milestones to the start of production – Roadmap to SOP
Over 2,630 reservations have now been made for the TWIKE 5, and more than 380 customers have already paid a deposit on their pre-order. read more
Lean Production
Lower parts first, inside out, light parts to heavy parts. read more
TWIKE 5 – Prototype development continues under power
The TWIKE 5 makers start into the last round of development of the EE architecture for the time being. Electrics and electronics are the heart, brain and nervous system of the innovative electric vehicle. With professional support, the project is progressing rapidly. read more
Status Quo TWIKE Production Hall
In the meantime, the supporting structure of the upper floor has been installed in our new production hall... read more
Start of chassis parts ordering
With the order for the production of the first pre-series chassis components, the innovative TWIKE 5 three-wheeled electric vehicle is approaching another important step towards series production readiness. read more
FREE LIFETIME SERVICE
We thank the first 200 pre-orderers with a lifetime offer. read more
TWIKE GmbH, born on 20.02.1998 in Munich
Once upon a time, 25 years ago... read more
On the way to becoming a driver test vehicle
An update on the body (Body In White) read more
Grateful for your trust
It was a fantastic final spurt and on the morning of January 16 the result was clear: read more
The 3 most important reasons why you should invest in TWIKE now
On January 15, 2023, our financing round with FunderNation will end. read more
Vitesco Technologies supplies the drive for the TWIKE 5
We are regularly confronted with the question of how we manage to develop a completely new and highly innovative vehicle with our budget, while other manufacturers spend many times more on it. read more
Up to 500 kilometers range thanks to VDA-format battery
The power supply from the battery is still the technical Achilles' heel of electromobility. read more
TWIKE interview with Sebastian Henßler from Elektroauto-news.net
Sebastian Henßler has been publishing news and background reports on electric mobility at Elektroauto-News.net since June 2016. For the Open TWIKE Day Martin Möscheid was our guest in the interview. read more
How winterized is the TWIKE 5?
The first snow has once again caught many drivers cold. read more
The brains behind the TWIKE 5: Driving dynamics expert Dr. Axel Pauly
In developing the TWIKE 5, we followed two maxims right from the start: read more
The roadmap to the start of series production of the TWIKE 5
Over 2,000 reservations have now been made for the TWIKE 5, and around 320 customers have already paid a deposit on their pre-order. read more
Open TWIKE Day full success
Rosenthal is a very tranquil little town in the north of Hesse, just over an hour's drive from the vibrant Rhine-Main area. read more
Lasting values – TWIKE stands for longevity
"If you want something to count, make yourself rare" is the rule of thumb for anyone who wants to sell something of lasting value to a woman or man. read more
The sitting generation – How the TWIKE promotes fitness
Sitting is the new smoking: This is because a lot of sitting and a lack of exercise cause many people to suffer from cardiovascular and metabolic diseases. read more
The TWIKE and the UN SDGs
On 25.09. the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals celebrated their 7th birthday. read more
TWIKE – How safe is a ride in a TWIKE?
At first glance, a ride on three wheels does not seem as stable as one on four. read more
TWIKE – A lean production facility for optimized processes
The new TWIKE 5 is manufactured in our production facility in Rosenthal. read more
TWIKE – Sustainability from head to toe
At the beginning of the development of the TWIKE was the vision of a vehicle that would enable mobility completely without fossil fuels. read more
Why TWIKE relies on three wheels instead of four
When the TWIKE was invented 36 years ago, it was a closed three-wheeled recumbent bike in delta design. Today, we still adhere to the original construction method. This is because, in addition to regulatory reasons, it also has a number of technical advantages. read more
TWIKE 5 – The mobility turnaround does not have to come at the expense of riding fun
When TWIKE began its success story more than 20 years ago, sustainability and e-mobility were still marginal topics. In the meantime, both have entered the mainstream. With the spirit of the times, the TWIKE has also changed and in its latest form combines sustainable riding fun with modern design. read more
TWIKE 5 – with bidirectional charging technology (V2G, V2H)
The TWIKE 5 will be equipped with bidirectional charging technology from Ambibox. With this, not only a DC fast charging function via a so-called CCS connection is possible. A direct AC output in the form of a CEE and a Schuko socket integrated in the vehicle is also available. Energy from the TWIKE's traction battery can thus be fed back into the owner's home or taken out for other consumers. read more
TWIKE Funding started!
We are now live on FunderNation! read more
TWIKE 5 achieves up to 500 kilometers range with new battery concept
Converting the energy supply of the TWIKE 5 three-wheeled electric vehicle from 18650 lithium-ion rechargeable batteries to batteries in VDA format forces the developers to make adjustments, but offers recognizable advantages in the process. read more
TWIKE GmbH builds new production hall – Sustainable real estate for sustainable mobility
With the provision of additional capacity, the TWIKE vehicle manufactory is equipping itself for the growing market for sustainable mobility. The new production hall also meets the high standards of sustainability and energy efficiency. read more
TWIKE 5 – frame
The first sample of a TWIKE 5 frame was built in the last days. read more
TWIKE 5 – Display
It was to be a timeless round display, positioned only a short distance from the viewing angle of the road. read more
Open Range – 500 km
The tension of the TWIKE battery has always been high - but the tension of the development has been nerve-wracking lately. It was worth it! read more
Efficient TWIKE 5 drive now official
High efficiency, low consumption, lightweight and robust. Our TWIKE 5 drive. read more
What if … TWIKE 5 on the Oschersleben Racetrack
Despite 10 times the power, the TWIKE 5 will be more efficient than the TWIKE 3. read more
3-in-1 Drive
The TWIKE 5 drive unit consisting of motor, gearbox and high-voltage inverter is specified. read more
There is no substitute for efficiency, except …
...except through even greater efficiency. So why get better again? read more
TWIKE 5 Pre-Order started
The pre-order of the 500 TWIKE 5 is now officially open. All reservers have already been informed, new pre-orders are still possible. read more
BODY IN WHITE or THE PARETO PRINCIPLE
The bodyshell (body-in-white) of the TWIKE 5 is undergoing its foreseeable final development loop in these weeks, but Vilfredo Pareto sends his regards. read more
TWIKE – from 0 to 100 in 3.8 seconds
With its drive system, the TWIKE 5 achieves an impressive acceleration sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in less than 3.8 seconds. read more
TWIKE – Ergo Check
One boarding please! A repeated "Ergo Check" is indispensable in the trial phase of a vehicle, and this is also the case with our new TWIKE 5. read more
TWIKE – at the center of energy
It is expected that the range of the TWIKE 5 will exceed the 613 km of the TWIKE 3 already experienced in practice. read more
TWIKE – Invest in the future!
The TWIKE project can now be supported by the TWIKE community even without purchasing your own vehicle. read more
10,000 steps you shall take
The electronically controllable pedal generator in the TWIKE 5 mutates from a range extender to a life extender. read more
TWIKE Calendar 2021
Every year before the end of the year we present you our popular and traditional TWIKE calendar with themed postcard motifs. read more
TWIKE 5 – Mirror Mirror
The TWIKE 5 mirrors are now legally secured and are modified especially for us. No folding necessary in parking spaces. read more
TWIKE 5 – Lightweight construction with flax
Flax fibers have ecological advantages. In the TWIKE 5, we use the raw material in the outer skin and the sporty seat shells. read more
TWIKE 5 – Efficiency and performance
The first simulations confirm - performance on the race track and yet highly efficient in everyday life! read more
TWIKE 5 – Start of series development
The result of the concept phase is impressive. With momentum, the start of series development is now underway. read more
TWIKE 5 – Delta or Tadpole Trike?
Why are the two wheels on a tricycle better off on the rear axle than on the front axle? If you're going around the corner braking, then two wheels in the front make more sense than just one, right? That is the spontaneous thought. Why the constellation with one wheel in front is better for the TWIKE, however, is shown in the following article. read more
TWIKE 5 – Design Update
Shortly before the concept phase is completed, we would like to show the effects on the design of the exterior surfaces that we are already aware of. However, the surfaces have not yet been finalized in all details. This may still result in requirements from production or from further aerodynamic tests. However, the appearance will no longer change seriously. read more
TWIKE 5 Schedule – Concept phase reloaded
And already we are in the middle of it. In the concept phase of the TWIKE 5. read more
TWIKE is now called TWIKE – And nothing else changes
We have been thinking about the overdue renaming to TWIKE GmbH for quite some time. Of course, all our obligations and contracts with customers and suppliers remain valid after the renaming. With the worldwide protected brand, which has now also been integrated into the company name, TWIKE GmbH receives a further sustainable basis for all upcoming developments. read more
TWIKE 5 schedule – Butter by the fishes / Time to talk turkey
Butter by the fishes / Time to talk turkey read more
TWIKE Calendar 2020
We remain true to our tradition and are pleased to present you the popular TWIKE annual calendar with postcard motifs for 2020 under the motto "Change - towards Lifestyle of Health and Sustainability". read more
The inconspicuous little w in the cw value stands for resistance!
TWIKE 5 UPDATE: cw - value already optimized to 0.27. read more
A hot tricycle – The vehicle that does not fit into any drawer
The hot tricycle is called TWIKE and is a vehicle that combines technology and sustainability into something completely new. read more
TWIKE 5 РErlk̦nig
Who drives there so late through rain and wind? Is it the 5 Series? TWIKE's youngest child? read more
MISSION ACCOMPLISHED – TWIKE 5 Minimum funding goal reached!
The TWIKE was a COMMUNITY PROJECT from the very beginning and TWIKE pioneers have now managed for the second time in the history of the TWIKE to financially support the development of a new generation of vehicles. read more
OPEN RANGE – TWIKE 5 WLTP range of 405 km
405 kilometers will be the expected range of the TWIKE 5 according to the WLTP cycle prescribed for normal passenger cars. read more
Human Machine Interface
HMI stands for human-machine interface. In short, it refers to the user's interface with the vehicle and offers unique opportunities. read more
TWIKE with solar energy
How large is a solar system, what energy for 15,000 km annual mileage is generated with the TWIKE 5? This is the question of TWIKE prospective customers, who would like to generate their mobility not only sporty active, but also with clean driving current. read more
Steering via side-stick steering
In contrast to the TWIKE 3, the TWIKE 5 will also have its two steering levers and still allow at times to steer the vehicle with only one hand, whether with the left or the right. read more
2019 GENEVA International Motorshow
The time has come. The TWIKE 5 is shown to the public for the first time and is available to the trade press. read more
SOP or THE SQUARE OF THREE
For us, too, the wait for the start of the series is taking far too long. read more
TWIKE 5 Dune
Two 225-17" All-Terrain on the rear axle and a little more ground clearance are enough to make the TWIKE 5 suitable for dunes. read more
20 years TWIKE North Cape Challenge
Twenty years ago, in the spring of 1998, under the leadership of François Loeb, then a member of the Swiss National Council, seven TWIKEs set out on a 70-day, 12,000-km electric journey through 14 countries. read more
TWIKE in Berlin at the Formula E
Formula E electrifies Berlin - and we are there. The TWIKE 3 presents itself in the E-Village on site as well as the course for test drives. read more
TWIKE Service
No oil change, no filter change, no spark plugs, and then some. Electric vehicles never have to go in for service again! read more
First impressions – test drive in the TWIKE 5
How does it get driven, how does the hood open, how do you get in? But just see for yourself. read more
Let’s talk business!
What should the subsequent TWIKE 6 look like? We were asked this question a few weeks ago by a prospective partner from overseas. read more
TWIKE 5 practices the spotlight
Not all the "clothes", i.e. the outer skin of the TWIKE 5, have been finalized yet. But we are already practicing the effect of the performance. read more
TWIKE 5 has a big mouth … and also something behind it
The trunk of the TWIKE 5 will not only be suitable for the daily shopping and the sports bag. read more
With safety
One of the complex but equally ingenious components of the new TWIKE 5 will be its roll bar. read more
International COP 23 TWIKE Pilots & Friends Meeting
The World Climate Conference COP23 will take place this year from 06-17 November in Bonn. While Fiji will chair the conference as presidency, Germany will take on the role of technical host. read more
Open the door …
Our TWIKE engineers are currently in the process of inventing a new type of component. read more
E-Silvretta 2017
As part of the Silvretta Classic Rally, the classic cars meet the newcomers with the E-Silvretta running parallel, or the modern pioneers of automotive engineering meet their ancestors. For the first time in history read more
Getting started with the TWIKE 5 – made easy
The frame concept was actually considered complete and was only to be confirmed with the driver test vehicle. read more
Sir Isaac sends his regards
In between, a little basic knowledge - Isaac Newton on the lightness of being - and why mass does not equal class. read more
TWIKE Calendar 2017
In 2017, our pilots & friends are again accompanied by the popular TWIKE desk calendar, this time with motifs mainly of the TWIKE 5. read more
Quo Vadis?
A steering wheel is a steering wheel is a steering wheel? Not at all! In our view, innovation does not stop at the drive. read more
Rally to the climate summit
At 11. and November 12, an international meeting of committed electromobilists will take place in Marrakech, Morocco on the occasion of the climate summit COP 22. read more
In the beginning was the drive
The construction of the driver test carrier has begun. In addition to other initial purchases, we have now commissioned the engine designed specifically for the TWIKE 5. read more
Al principio fue el impulso
Ha comenzado la construcción del vehÃculo de pruebas del conductor. Entre otras compras iniciales, ya hemos encargado el motor diseñado especÃficamente para el TWIKE 5. read more
TWIKE 5 – Accelerate!
Are you like us - can't wait to see the TWIKE 5 on the road? Then you start now too! read more
New data interface
After the vehicle assemblies such as the TWIKE 5's powertrain and chassis have already been presented, here is an insight into the development of the on-board electrics and electronics. read more
TWIKE 5 & TWIKE 3 in comparison
20 years of TWIKE, two models. Enclosed we present you the differences of the two vehicles. The TWIKE 3 will continue to be produced on demand alongside the TWIKE 5. read more
Meet TWIKE at the IAA
This year TWIKE will again be represented with a booth at the IAA, which will take place in Frankfurt/Main from September 17 to 27. read more
More efficiency – less consumption
Compared with the TWIKE 3, the TWIKE 5 will have a lot to learn in terms of driving safety, comfort and dynamics. read more
20 years in series
The anniversary gives the TWIKE Club Switzerland on August 15, 2015 the opportunity to trace the history and share memories of the last 20 years. read more
Driving dynamics
"To meet future requirements for sustainable individual mobility, efficient alternatives to the resource- and energy-intensive passenger car are needed." read more
The XTRA Charger
Freshly arrived: The XTRA Charger. This not only halves the charging time due to an additional connection. read more
Range record: 613 km
In the first year of the TWIKE 3, 1995, we covered the distance from Rosenthal to Putbus (Stralsund) by TWIKE. read more
How it began
Martin Möscheid on the goals and motivation at TWIKE. read more
Feel your heartbeat!
The limited TWIKE (heartbeat) edition has recently become available from us. Until now always flirted with a TWIKE? read more
Let’s TWIKE Europe!
Since 1.1.2015, new vehicles have been delivered with a COC (Certificate of Conformity). This enables uniform approval in all European countries for the first time. read more
