Smart bike that’s built for appy riding

GPS if stolen. All of these features are powered by a battery recharged by a front dynamo as the rider pedals to turn a belt drive. Speaking from California, Mr Salvioli said: “We wanted to make it easier and effortless riding a bic ycle every day so we created a dream commuter bike with low-maintenance components. The bike has a solid electronic platform that is in-built into the bicycle. Volata feels awesome to ride, very fast, comfortable and t ot a l ly smooth thanks to t he bel t drive.

“The horn is very useful for pedestrians jumping off the pavement or cars doing something weird — it really makes you feel much safer.

“If you see places where riders honk their horn more often you can analyse that information and find out if they are the most dangerous parts of London to ride in.

“Once you start collecting data on how long it takes a rider to get from A to B you can help them find a better, safer route.”

Volata has internal gearing and comes in four sizes. It can be reserved now for shipping to the UK next July.