E-Biking in Switzerland

E-bikes are becoming increasingly popular in Switzerland. Sales figures have been growing rapidly since 2015, especially since the onset of the Corona pandemic. The EBIS (E-Biking in Switzerland) project serves to investigate the impact of this trend on CO₂ emissions in the transport sector. For this purpose, the transport behavior of a representative sample of cyclists in Switzerland is made using a combination of GPS tracking and surveys. The project assesses the current situation and improves the current knowledge about the modal shift enabled by e-biking. It examines which trips are made with which modes of transportation, with a particular focus on bicycles, cars, and public transportation. In addition, a route choice analysis is performed to provide information for future measures to promote cycling. Finally, different scenarios for the potential for CO₂ emission reductions by e-biking in Switzerland are calculated.