Is An E Cargo Bike Better Than A Car? | Head-To-Head Challenge!

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Cars are one of the biggest polluters on the planet and, due to high levels of traffic in urban areas, often quite slow. So, can they be replaced? Cargo bikes are greener, better for your health, can carry a surprising amount of stuff and are becoming an increasingly popular option. But are they faster? E cargo bike vs car: which will come out on top?

00:00 Intro
01:25 Bike vs Car
02:43 Supermarket
05:48 Garden Centre
07:29 Café
10:09 Summary

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