Vattenfall and CAKE join forces to develop the first fossil-free motorcycle

Vattenfall and the Swedish manufacturer of electric motorcycles CAKE have signed a letter of intent to share expertise and know-how in their respective fields of competence with the aim to develop the first fossil-free electric motorcycle.

The collaboration combines cross-scientific competences between Vattenfall and CAKE, as well as specialists from outside, on the journey towards the fossil-free motorcycle that should be ready for series production in 2025.

“This collaboration is an excellent example of how we can contribute with fossil-free know-how and supply chain expertise in a specific product that drives towards zero emissions“, says Annika Ramsköld, Head of Corporate Sustainability at Vattenfall.

Vattenfall and CAKE are both committed to lead the transition towards a fossil-free society where Vattenfall’s goal is to enable fossil-free living within one generation with the purpose to power climate smarter living for all customers. CAKE´s purpose is to inspire people, contributing to speeding up the journey towards zero emissions through a combination of excitement and responsibility in its consumer products.

"This truly empowers our ability to further inspire towards clean transportation, together with the amazing force of Vattenfall, their initiatives, know-how and clear targets", says Stefan Ytterborn, CEO and Founder at CAKE.

 

To learn more about Vattenfall's sustainability work click here.

To learn more about CAKE click here.

 

For further information, please contact:

Henrik Svensson, Press Officer Vattenfall, tel.: +46 (0)70-271 11 32

Stefan Ytterborn, CEO and Founder at CAKE, +46 (0)73 525 63 28

Vattenfall's Press Office, tel.: +46 (0)87 39 50 10, press@vattenfall.com

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