Integrated weather effects on e-cycling in daily commuting

Summary

This longitudinal study examines how weather conditions influence electric bicycle commuting in Noord-Brabant, the Netherlands. Combining nine months of GPS-based travel data, hourly meteorological observations and participant questionnaires, the researchers assess how snow and ice, precipitation, wind and temperature affect the likelihood of commuting by e-bike. Snow and ice show the strongest negative association, followed by precipitation and high wind speeds. The findings also reveal that commuting intentions and household car availability influence responses to adverse weather. The study provides empirical evidence for understanding seasonal variations in e-bike commuting and identifying barriers to year-round active mobility.