The magic of AutomatiQ shifting

The magic of AutomatiQ shifting

Date

02 April 2026

Bike

FamilyNext

Imagine this: you’re cycling through the city, the kids are laughing in the box, and you approach a red light. You brake, come to a stop, and as soon as the light turns green, you pedal away effortlessly. No grinding gears, no heavy pedaling, and most importantly: you didn't have to think about your gears for a single second. This is the power of Enviolo AutomatiQ shifting on our FamilyNext bikes.

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Always in the right gear

Shifting is something we usually do constantly while cycling. But on an Urban Arrow equipped with Enviolo AutomatiQ technology, all you really have to do is steer and pedal. The system handles the rest for you.

Using the display, you set your preferred cadence once (how fast you like your legs to go). After that, the bike continuously and seamlessly adjusts the gear based on your speed. Heading up a bridge? The bike shifts to a lighter gear instantly. Accelerating at a green light? You’ll always pedal with exactly the resistance you find comfortable.

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Why this is the ultimate upgrade for your daily ride

It might sound like a luxury, but in practice, AutomatiQ shifting makes your ride smoother and safer:

  • Focus on the road: since you no longer need to look at your hands to shift, you can keep your eyes fully on the traffic and your kids.

  • Never a heavy start: the system automatically shifts back to a light gear when you stop. This ensures you always pull away smoothly, even with a fully loaded box.

  • Longer lasting performance: because the motor and the hub always work together optimally, there is less strain on the components. This means less wear and tear and less maintenance.

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The standard on the FamilyNext Pro Latte

At Urban Arrow, we believe in comfort without the hassle. That is why the smart AutomatiQ technology comes standard on our FamilyNext Pro Latte edition. For our other FamilyNext Advanced models, you have the freedom to choose between manual shifting or this automatic system. It is the perfect match for the powerful Bosch motors, creating an intelligent ride that thinks along with you.

Experience the 'flying' feeling. You can read all about AutomatiQ shifting, but you really have to feel it for yourself. Want to experience what it’s like to never have to shift again? Find a dealer near you via our dealer locator and book a test ride on a FamilyNext.

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