Introduction: Towards an Understanding of E-bike Mobility in China

Abstract

The chapter explains why looking at the development of Chinese urban transport is important and why e-bikes are essential in understanding low-carbon mobility transition in China? E-bikes are positioned vis-à-vis electric vehicles and electric vehicle (EV) development in China. The chapter discusses challenges and prospect of low-carbon innovation in China and low-carbon mobility transition in Chinese cities. While EVs have been largely in the media spotlight, e-bikes, which are being graded as ‘low-tech’, have been devoid of government support and media attention. The chapter also discusses the data collection and challenges of fieldwork in China on sensitive issues.

Keywords

Electric two-wheeler (E2W) Shenzhen Shanghai Mobility transitions