Twheel

Twheel is a technology platform and brand that develops dual-drive wheel systems for light electric vehicles, especially bicycles and cargo bikes. The core idea is to provide two independently controlled hub motors in a single wheel pair, enabling enhanced traction, stability, and maneuverability in urban and mixed-terrain conditions.

Each wheel houses an integrated hub motor and sensors, with a central control unit coordinating torque vectoring, traction control, and regenerative braking. The system uses wheel-speed and inertial sensors to adjust torque on each wheel in real time, improving grip on wet surfaces and during cornering. A software stack supports ride modes, fault reporting, and over-the-air updates, and the hardware is designed to be retrofit-compatible with many existing frames and wheel sizes.

Twheel is used primarily on electric bicycles, delivery and cargo bikes, and other light urban vehicles. Proponents cite safer handling in rain, easier ascent on steep grades, and intuitive steering feel when used with stable-assistance modes. Critics note added weight, higher cost, and potential maintenance challenges due to dual motors and sensors.

Twheel originated as a collaboration between engineers in academia and industry partners, with pilots conducted in urban mobility programs and maker communities. It is presented as a platform rather than a single product, with an emphasis on modularity, open interfaces, and compatibility with third-party components.