Also, a Silicon Valley mobility startup, unveiled prototypes of an electric bicycle that physically decouples pedals from wheels—a radical departure from 200 years of bicycle engineering. Instead of mechanical linkages, proprietary software controls power delivery based on cadence, terrain, and rider input. Early testers describe the sensation as “like riding a magic carpet with perfect resistance,” according to company insiders.
Traditional e-bikes use torque sensors or cadence sensors to assist pedaling, but Also’s system reportedly analyzes over 100 data points per second. “This isn’t just removing the chain—it’s rethinking fundamental biomechanics,” said a transportation analyst familiar with the project who requested anonymity due to confidentiality agreements. Patent filings reviewed by SourceRated reveal algorithms that can simulate everything from fixed-gear resistance to downhill coasting.
The design raises questions about reliability and regulatory compliance. European bicycle associations already require physical drive systems for e-bike classification. Also executives told investors they’re targeting Q3 2026 deliveries, though supply chain sources indicate motor component shortages may delay production.