Simson-Mopeds are electrically: The Berlin start-up shows how!

Simson-Mopeds are electrically: The Berlin start-up shows how!

Imagine the iconic Simson-Mopeds that once conquered the streets of the GDR are now coming in a new, environmentally friendly robe! The Berlin start-up SECOND RIDE specializes in the conversion of these classics to electrical operation. Since 2020, the team has been pursuing the goal of saving these nostalgic vehicles and enabling them with a second career in the sign of sustainability.

Thanks to innovative redesign-also known as a retrofit-not only history is preserved, but also an active contribution to reducing CO₂ emissions. The conversion saves over 50 % carbon dioxide compared to the production of new e-two-two bikes. With a range of up to 70 kilometers and a top speed of 60 km/h, the converted mopeds now offer sustainable mobility, without any local emissions.

trust is good, control is better

If you want to tackle the conversion, you will find support in the Second ride community . The exchange with like -minded people ensures a lively dialogue about all aspects of the conversion. Bodo Jendreizik, who ordered a conversion kit over a year ago, emphasizes that the first -class instruction has made it easier to install. Thanks to the optimizations-including an adaptation of the battery look and the use of robust castings-it is completely satisfied with the result and plans to convert another Simson.

Another user, Harald Schmitt, is pleased about the uncomplicated completion of the registration certificates for his vehicles and the smooth decrease by the DEKRA. For him it is clear: the project was worth it and the quality of the conversions fits.

for a sustainable future

Not only the conversion of Simson-Mopeds makes a contribution to the environment. The Federal Government is promoting a comprehensive circular economy in the vehicle sector, as described in detail on Kreislaufwirtschaft-deutschland.de . Manufacturers should be obliged to develop recovery concepts and to promote durability and repair of their products.

These initiatives aim to extend the lifespan of vehicles and components. Especially with regard to electric vehicles, concepts for reuse and recycling of batteries must be further improved. The focus is on the fact that the materials obtained remain in the European economy and illegal export is counteracted.

Overall, it can be seen that the trend towards electrical mobility goes hand in hand with the idea of sustainability. The courageous initiatives such as those of Second Ride are a ray of hope in the redesign of our traffic in an eco-friendly and efficient way.