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Technology · Consumer gadgets · published 2026-08-26 · via Ars Technica

Cargo e-bike review: Swoop ASM's auto-shift is smart but not smooth

The Swoop ASM is a steel-framed long-tail cargo e-bike with a Shimano automatic transmission that selects gears based on rider input. In testing, the system made sensible gear choices but executed shifts with noticeable roughness, though riders can disable it. Beyond the auto-shift feature, the bike offers a comfortable ride with front suspension and a low rear wheel for stable cargo handling.

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This summary is AI-generated and original to Mobble; the linked article is the authoritative source. Original headline: “Xtracycle's Swoop ASM e-bike brings an automatic transmission to cargo bikes.” Browse more stories.