FAMILY & CARGO
E-BIKES

Front-loader box cargo tricycles (such as the Cangoo Buzz, Vogue Avenger, and Cargobike of Sweden models) place children and cargo directly in front of the rider in a low-center-of-gravity wooden or composite tub. This allows direct eye contact with passengers, total stability at stops without balancing, and effortless roll-on parking. Longtail cargo e-bikes extend the rear frame behind the rider to handle 1–2 child seats or panniers with the nimble riding dynamics of a standard two-wheel bicycle.

Under Irish statutory Revenue regulations, cargo bicycles enjoy an elevated tax-free exemption cap of up to €3,000 (compared to €1,500 for standard e-bikes and €1,250 for non-electric bikes). Higher-rate PAYE employees in Ireland can save up to 52% across PAYE, PRSI, and USC on their cargo bike and safety accessories through salary sacrifice. Lifty Electric issues direct employer-compliant proforma invoices and works with TravelHub, HubEx, and Cyclescheme.ie.

Carrying children and heavy cargo up Dublin inclines requires substantial low-end torque. Mid-drive systems like the Ananda M100 deliver between 110 Nm and 120 Nm of torque, routing power directly through the rear internal Shimano gear hub. This ensures smooth, effortless starts from traffic lights even when hauling a full 150 kg–220 kg payload, fully complying with Irish RSA 250W pedal-assist regulations.

Safety is paramount for family cycling. Our front-loading cargo tricycles are equipped with integrated 3-point safety harnesses for 2 to 4 children, anti-tilt cornering geometry, central mechanical parking brakes, and included high-visibility all-weather rain canopies with clear roll-up windows to protect young passengers from Dublin wind and rain throughout the school year.

Every cargo bike undergoes complete Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI), brake calibration, steering torque alignment, and firmware diagnostics at our Lifty Labs workshop at 157 Capel Street, Dublin 1 (D01 F5P1). We offer showroom collection and nationwide Ireland freight delivery (2–3 weeks lead time). Our dedicated workshop team provides ongoing tune-ups, hydraulic brake bleeding, and authentic OEM spare parts.