Choosing an electric bike goes far beyond simply being a matter of mobility or hesitating between a cargo bike, a road bike, or a city bike. It's also essential to consider the quality, the origin of the product, and its environmental impact. If you're reading this, it's probably because you're interested in the advantages of choosing an electric bike made in France.
While the electric bike market is dominated by international brands, choosing a product made in France offers numerous advantages. In addition to reducing dependence on cars or public transport, you're opting for a gentler form of mobility with a reduced environmental impact. Some French-made electric bike models embody a more responsible and sustainable vision of mobility.
Supporting the Local Economy
Buying an electric bike made in France is first and foremost about supporting the local economy and national industry. Many French brands, including Anod, are committed to promoting French expertise to contribute to the country's reindustrialization.
By choosing a French-made electric bike, you contribute to job creation and local economic growth, particularly in the Vendée region, where our production site is located. Anod also collaborates with various organizations throughout France, such as a sheltered workshop (ESAT) for the production of our supercapacitors. But Anod is much more than that; it also partners with French companies like Repair and Run and Upway .
More Responsible and Sustainable Production
Choosing an electric bike made in France means opting for a product designed according to strict quality and environmental standards. Unlike imported bikes, which are often subject to less stringent regulations and have limited control over the origin of materials and working conditions, French electric bikes offer enhanced component traceability and a reduced carbon footprint thanks to local transport.
At Anod, we go beyond mere European and French requirements. We are committed to complete transparency in all aspects of Anod Hybrid production. Every component is carefully sourced, and our manufacturing process, carried out in collaboration with a sheltered workshop (ESAT) and our factory in the Vendée region, remains open and transparent.
Clean and recyclable technologies
As sustainability becomes a priority, more and more users are turning to electric bikes made from more responsible materials. You probably know that the extraction of components like rare earth elements or lithium has a significant environmental impact. To address these challenges, Anod has developed an innovative hybrid technology that significantly reduces lithium use while simplifying your daily life. This electric bike recharges using the kinetic energy of braking, stored in a supercapacitor pack integrated into the frame. This system redistributes energy faster than a conventional battery, and its carbon and aluminum composition makes it fully recyclable.
Some brands, like Pip-Pop, rely solely on supercapacitors, but this solution has limitations: it depends entirely on braking, which can be problematic on routes with hills or long flat sections, where you risk running out of power. Anod stands out by combining supercapacitors with a miniature battery weighing only 650g, which uses nearly six times less lithium than conventional batteries. In addition to being more environmentally friendly, this lightweight battery saves you from carrying a 2 to 4 kg load, as is often the case with other electric bikes on the market.
A product designed to meet the needs of French cyclists
Electric bikes made in France are not only eco-friendly; they are also designed to meet the specific needs of French users. You've probably already seen cyclists on café terraces, with a bulky 2-4 kg battery at their feet. These large batteries quickly become a burden when you have to carry them around after parking your bike.
With the Anod battery, all that is a thing of the past. Thanks to its 650g – the equivalent of the weight of an iPad – you can easily slip it into a back pocket or bag, without even noticing it.
Beyond the battery, Anod electric hybrid bikes come with practical features, such as a wheel locking system when parked, as well as GPS location, allowing you to always know where your Anod Hybrid is.
Finally, because a bicycle must adapt to different uses, Anod offers a range of customizable accessories, such as front and rear baskets, and child seats, perfectly adapted to the dimensions of your bike. Anod aims to be the mode of transport of choice, whether for commuting to work or for your daily journeys.
Choosing an electric bike made in France is much more than just a purchase. It's a decision that combines support for the local economy, respect for the environment, and the adoption of innovative technologies. With brands like Anod, which focus on 100% recyclable supercapacitors and more eco-friendly miniature batteries, you benefit from a high-end, practical electric bike that meets the specific needs of French cyclists while actively contributing to the ecological transition. Anod offers you a practical and durable bike, designed to improve your daily life while reducing your environmental impact.
