At the IFA trade show, Volkswagen and its partner n+ unveiled a new electric bike designed with advanced safety features borrowed from car technology. The e-bike is marketed as the "world's safest e-bike" and includes three main components: the bike itself, smart glasses, and a specialized helmet. This integration of automotive technology aims to enhance the rider's awareness of their surroundings and improve overall safety on the road. The e-bike is equipped with a rear-view camera and a dashboard display that provides real-time information such as speed and alerts the rider when a vehicle is in their blind spot. This is achieved through a radar sensor that detects approaching cars. The information is shown on the bike’s display and also on the glasses, which feature a transparent screen in front of the rider’s right eye. These glasses are lightweight and offer up to eight hours of battery life, making them suitable for daily commutes. The helmet includes front and rear lights to increase visibility to drivers and signal braking or turning. It is also dust- and waterproof, with a crash detection system. However, the helmet's battery life is only three hours, which may be limiting for frequent riders. Despite these limitations, the helmet's safety features are impressive, especially in urban environments where visibility is crucial. The e-bike’s design prioritizes safety, which could be particularly beneficial in busy cities like London. The system helps riders stay aware of their surroundings by providing alerts and visual information without requiring them to look away from the road. During a demonstration, the bike handled corners and short straightaways well. The heads-up display in the glasses is positioned in the corner of the rider's vision, requiring them to actively look at it for speed information, ensuring their eyes remain forward for safety. While the e-bike's safety features are notable, the helmet’s design and battery life left some testers wishing for a more conventional model. Further testing is needed to determine how Volkswagen’s design compares to other e-bike manufacturers. Overall, the e-bike represents a significant step in integrating automotive technology into personal transportation, aiming to make urban commuting safer and more efficient.