Exploring Cargo E-Bikes for Last-Mile Deliveries

October 2025

Electric cargo bikes, also known as cargo e-bikes, are emerging as a promising sustainable alternative to traditional delivery vehicles for last-mile deliveries, particularly in dense urban areas. In this study, Boston Region MPO staff conducted a literature review, analyzed case studies from Europe and South America, and interviewed cargo e-bike experts from public agencies, operators, vendors, and researchers to understand the opportunities and barriers to cargo e-bike adoption. The authors developed recommendations based on the findings, in addition to a checklist for municipalities to support cargo e-bike exploration through pilot programs and to integrate them into broader regional freight planning.

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Exploring Cargo E-Bikes for Last-Mile Deliveries (Full report PDF) (HTML version)

Checklist for cargo bike adoption and implementation (Coming soon)