Atlantan Eric Hunger is bringing ElectroBike, a new transportation/recreation alternative, to Georgia.  ElectroBikes are state-of-the art, motorized bicycles powered by a rechargeable Lithium ion battery.  The brand was launched in Mexico in 2012 and quickly spread to the U.S.  Hunger, president of ElectroBike Georgia, will open the company’s first retail store in the state in late August/early September at Brookhaven’s Brighten Park Shopping Center on Briarcliff Road near I-85 (2484 Briarcliff Road, NE, Atlanta, GA 30329).  www.electrobikega.com

“Transportation is a key issue in Atlanta,” said Hunger, a former global vice president of sales & marketing for several manufacturing and distribution companies.  “ElectroBikes offer people of all ages a safe, affordable and fun way to get around town.  They’re also great for recreation.  The small motors are quiet and clean and provide power when you want it.  ElectroBikes can be operated as traditional bicycles, or the rider can flip a switch to engage the throttle or turn on the pedal-assist feature.  The Lithium ion batteries recharge in about an hour and a half simply by plugging them into a standard wall outlet, making the bikes perfect for commuters.  Some models even fold up so you easily take them with you into your home or office.”

“On behalf of the Brookhaven Chamber of Commerce, I am delighted to welcome ElectroBike to the City of Brookhaven,” said Alan Goodman, president of the Brookhaven Chamber of Commerce.  “I hope having Georgia’s first-ever ElectroBike shop in our city will encourage our citizens, as well as others in the metro Atlanta area, to take advantage of the community’s bicycle paths and bike lanes, either as an alternative transportation option or just for fun and fitness.”

The new store will be open daily and will offer seven ElectroBike models for sale, along with bicycle accessories and gear.  Trained staff will also service ElectroBikes, providing safety check-ups, brake adjustments, tire repair or replacement, routine maintenance, bicycle assembly and more.  www.electrobikega.com