Stolen e-bike batteries could be made worthless if Bosch was less greedy

Removable Bosch batteries like the ones on this Gazelle Eclipse would be rendered useless if stolen. | Image: Gazelle

Electric bikes built around Bosch’s smart drive systems will be getting a new digital Battery Lock function this summer that would make stolen batteries worthless to thieves looking to make a quick buck. Great idea — if only Bosch wasn’t being so greedy with the rollout.

Battery theft is a major issue. I’ve personally had to replace two stolen e-bike batteries here in the Netherlands...