Volt Videos

If you’ve ever watched “national treasure” Rustie Lee on television, you’ll know her infectious laugh, boundless energy and unmistakable warmth. But behind that famous smile is a story of resilience, determination and choosing joy, even on the difficult days.

E-biking and cycling can mean different things for different people, for Cally, it’s something much simpler and more powerful.

For Neil, the perfect e-bike needed to do more than just make hills easier, it had to fit seamlessly into everyday life.

For Douglas Fowlie, retirement has been about finding new ways to stay active — and rediscovering the freedom to explore.Since picking up his VOLT Connect in July, he’s already clocked nearly 1,000 miles.

For Chris Ward, co-owner of Crol & Co, life moves quickly. With three bustling sites across London — staying mobile isn’t just convenient, it’s essential.

There’s something special about the bond between a rider and their e-bike — and in our latest VOLT Customer Story, Dierdre captures that feeling perfectly.

Some people quietly enjoy their e-bike. Others can’t stop talking about it.Claire is very much in the second camp.

Some bikes quietly fit into your life. Others become part of who you are. For Bruce Martin, his VOLT e-bike is very much the latter.

Some stories aren’t about big life changes — they’re about something quietly becoming part of everyday life. For Anna, her VOLT Kensington electric bicycle has been exactly that.

For many people, switching to an electric bike starts with a question: Will it really work for me? For Bob, that question was all about hills. Living and working in High Wycombe, surrounded by terrain that’s anything but flat, Bob admits he wasn’t convinced an e-bike would be up to the job.

When Kaan & Nazli moved to London, one thing was clear: e-bikes were going to be part of their life. “Right after we moved to London, we knew that we were definitely getting bikes,” they say.  Keen to embrace the freedom of the city under their own power, it wasn’t long before they came across … Continue reading ““I Can’t Imagine Life Without My VOLT” | VOLT Stories (S2 E4): Kaan & Nazli”

When he was unexpectedly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes earlier this year, he knew he needed to make a change. Exercise and diet were going to be key, but finding a way to stay active that was realistic and enjoyable wasn’t easy. Running had once been part of his life — he and his wife … Continue reading “VOLT E-bike Stories: “It Has Changed My Life””

One of the things we love most about our electric bikes is hearing how they fit into real people’s lives.  In this latest VOLT Stories film, we meet a customer who discovered just how quickly an e-bike can turn from “I’ll give it a try” into “I can’t imagine being without it.” And after just … Continue reading “VOLT E-bike Stories Stuart: “It Makes Cycling a Pleasure Again””

We’re excited to launch a brand-new series — VOLT Customer Stories — celebrating the people who ride with us. These short films share real experiences from our community, giving a glimpse into the many ways VOLT e-bikes are transforming everyday travel, adventures, and lifestyles across the UK.

One of the best perks of working at VOLT is meeting our amazing customers and hearing their stories. Customers just like Sam Hayles, a passionate VOLT rider and talented graphic designer. We joined him on an exhilarating ride through the stunning landscapes of Aberfeldy, Scotland.

Mental Health Awareness Week (13th – 19th May 2024) marks the perfect time to announce our latest partnership with mental health and suicide prevention charity Beder.

VOLT Stories – Spring Equinox and the Make May Purple / Action On Stroke Month 2024 Self-labelled as “e-humans” Electric Cranks is an inspiring group of pre and post-op heart and lung outpatients. Using electric bikes the Wythenshawe-based group aims to encourage physical and mental recovery through cycling in the great outdoors with a shared … Continue reading “Electric Cranks, cycling together into brighter days”

In the fast-paced world of Michelin-star chefs, every moment counts. For Chef Asimakis Chaniotis, the journey from home to the prestigious Pied à Terre restaurant in Fitzrovia, London was not just a commute—it was a daily uphill battle! That’s until he discovered the game-changing world of electric bikes, specifically the low-step classic VOLT Burlington ebike.

Earlier this week we opened our factory doors to the BBC Newsnight team for an exclusive tour and look at our daily operations. 

Earlier this month members of the VOLT team joined leading thinkers and influencers for the launch of Impact A.M.

A brand new Volt Electric Bike video just landed and its message couldn’t be more timely…

What happened when six families in Aberdeenshire swapped four wheels for two…  As part of a pilot programme to revolutionise travel behaviours, participating families in rural Scotland were given e-bikes as an alternative means of transport for a year. 

Cruising across town on the Metro Electric Bike We’re delighted to premiere our latest video featuring the Volt Metro. Follow this popular foldable ebike through the streets of London as it cuts across town with ease. 

Enjoy the ride as the Volt Pulse E-bike glides across London Our latest video is out! Check out our Pulse hybrid ebike as it’s put through its paces on the streets of London.

Meeting a friend for coffee but your favourite coffee shop is on the other side of town? Trust the new Volt London Urban E-bike to get you there without a hitch. 

  Can big organisations really achieve net zero emissions? Well, BBC Look East are giving it their best shot and Volt e-bikes are helping businesses and individuals edge closer to a decarbonised world. 

  Volt Co-Founder James Metcalfe has been appearing onscreen again. This time James features on BBC’s Look East news programme. In a special report on recruitment, the broadcast sheds light on some of the unique challenges facing local employers at this time. With special footage from our new Milton Keynes e-bike factory and with Director … Continue reading “More E-bike Factory Footage Shared on BBC Look East”

  E-Bikes are certainly taking the world by storm right now, and the UK’s story is no different. We’ve seen a number of press appearances featuring our e-bikes in recent weeks (with a few more we’ve yet to share here). Last week saw a change from print features though as Volt Co-Founder James Metcalfe took … Continue reading “Volt’s New UK Factory on BBC Three Counties Radio”

  Since our last factory announcement post, the news has continued to spread across the country. You’ve seen the pictures, now get a tantalising sneak peek through the rolling cameras of ITV news…

Watch Sheila Ferguson leave John Sergeant “in the dust” while riding a Volt Kensington in this week’s episode of Hard to Please OAPs

Watch Our E-bikes Transform Lives & Businesses At Volt, when we sell an ebike, we like to keep in touch with our customers. This is not only to find out how their electric bike is performing and if they are happy with it, but also to learn how they use it. Many have impressive stories … Continue reading “Introducing Volt Stories”

    When we say that VOLT™ ebikes can climb any hill in the UK some people are skeptical about this claim and think we are exaggerating. Well, we thought it was about time we got some video proof…

  Stylish, comfortable and ergonomic: Meet the bestselling Metro LS…

Yesterday, BBC News asked: Are electric bikes the future in London? If you caught the segment, you may have seen a familiar face (and a familiar e-bike!).

  Do you wish you didn’t have to wear your helmet? Find them a little cumbersome and awkward? Maybe even storing your helmet and working out where to leave it between journeys is a conundrum too far?

This week the Pulse got put through its paces on Channel 5’s Gadget Show. Checkout how it faired in this little snippet as Brad tries to improve his commute

Introducing the latest VOLT™ Pulse Hybrid e-bike, featuring the smart, easy to use and incredibly powerful SpinTech™ drive system.  

The Unleashed information management system has helped VOLT Bikes distribute e-bikes smoothly, quickly and efficiently.

  Introducing our latest Shimano STEPS e-bike. Equipped with technology miles ahead of the competition this is one of the most advanced electric bikes on the market! The VOLT™ Infinity is fitted with only the highest quality components from the Shimano STEPS crank drive, Shimano Alfine 11 speed DI-2 fully automatic gears through to the … Continue reading “The VOLT™ Infinity 2018”

The 2017 London Awards Show was a great opportunity to catch up with partners in the UK Cycling industry, get inspired and as you’ll see in the video, try some new protein bars!

VOLT™ Pulse Electric Bike review and video by The Test Pit. A hybrid ebike that works in the streets and on rougher country roads

Using the popular Volt Pulse, this Cult of Mac video details the brilliant health benefits that come with riding an electric bike

      We were thrilled to see one of our newest e-bikes feature in CNET’s latest video. CNET is one of the world’s biggest and most widely respected tech review sites. So it was brilliant to see the Infinity Shimano STEPS get a rave review from Senior Editor Andrew Hoyle…