Munich Startup: What does Evhcle do? What problem do you solve?
Richard Kemmerzehl, founder and CEO Evhcle: We operate public cargo bike sharing and develop integrated mobility solutions that combine e-cargo bikes, bicycles, e-bikes and e-cars. Our customized implementation concepts are designed for residential areas, companies and municipalities. We offset parking spaces through sharing modules, reduce CO2 emissions and land consumption, and provide practical and flexible mobility fun!
Closing supply gaps in infrastructure
Munich Startup: But hasn’t that existed for a long time already?
Richard Kemmerzehl: Many sharing offerings are limited to one vehicle type and are not widely available. We focus on comprehensive mobility concepts that allow developers to plan and build cost-effectively. And we combine cargo bike sharing with car and bike sharing, take care of operations and close supply gaps in existing infrastructure.
Munich Startup: What’s your founding story?
Richard Kemmerzehl: “Be the change you want to see in the world…”. Out of frustration with the slow implementation of the transport revolution, the idea emerged to translate our experience in research, consulting and product management into practical mobility solutions – and thus bring about real change with Evhcle.
Munich Startup: What have been your biggest challenges so far?
Richard Kemmerzehl: Convincing our first customers that we can master the integration of different vehicle types into customized sharing systems. With our first concept, which has been running successfully for three years, we were able to prove that it works. And perhaps the implementation of data protection regulations in our largest project, on the campus of the Bundeswehr University.
Evhcle founder says: “Munich is ideal for mobility innovations”
Munich Startup: Where do you want to be in one year, where in five years?
Richard Kemmerzehl: In one year, we want to have established our cargo bike sharing across Munich and the surrounding area and become an indispensable partner for developers. Our concrete goal is 150 cargo bikes available on the streets and in residential areas for our users. In five years, we want to be represented throughout Germany with the same quality standards.
Munich Startup: How have you experienced the startup hub Munich so far?
Richard Kemmerzehl: Munich is ideal for mobility innovations, as the need for the transport revolution is particularly noticeable here. We benefit from a strong entrepreneurial scene and look forward to networks like MCube and the International Building Exhibition.
“Be bold and convince sustainably”
Munich Startup: Risk or security?
Richard Kemmerzehl: Both! The transport revolution requires the courage to try new things and take risks – whether through innovative mobility concepts or the development of new infrastructure. At the same time, we focus on safety in the implementation of our concepts: our solutions are well thought out, proven and designed for reliable operation. This is the only way we can be bold and still convince sustainably.
