Munich Startup: What does Evhcle do? What problem do you solve?
Richard Kemmerzehl, founder and CEO of 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 aimed at residential districts, companies and local authorities. We compensate for parking spaces with sharing modules, reduce CO2 emissions and land consumption and ensure practical and flexible driving fun!
Closing gaps in the infrastructure
Munich Startup: But that’s nothing out of the box!
Richard Kemmerzehl: Many sharing offers are limited to one type of vehicle and are not available nationwide. We focus on comprehensive mobility concepts with which property developers can plan and build cost-efficiently. And we combine cargo bike sharing with car and bike sharing, take care of operations and close gaps in the existing infrastructure.
Munich Startup: What is your founding story?
Richard Kemmerzehl: “Be the change you want to see in the world…”. Frustration with the sluggish implementation of the traffic turnaround gave rise to the idea of translating our experience in research, consulting and product management into practical mobility solutions – and thus bringing about real change with Evhcle.
Munich Startup: What have been your biggest challenges so far?
Richard Kemmerzehl: Convincing our first customers that we have mastered 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 show that it works. And perhaps compliance with data protection regulations in our biggest project, on the campus of the Bundeswehr University.
Evhcle founder says: “Munich is ideal for mobility innovations”
Munich Startup: Where would you like to be in a year, where would you like to be in five years?
Richard Kemmerzehl: In a year’s time, we would like to have established our cargo bike sharing service throughout Munich and the surrounding area and be an indispensable partner for property developers. Our concrete goal is to have 150 cargo bikes 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 Munich as a startup location so far?
Richard Kemmerzehl: Munich is ideal for mobility innovations, as the need for a turnaround in transportation is particularly noticeable here. We benefit from a strong entrepreneurial scene and look forward to networks such as MCube and the International Building Exhibition.
“Moving forward boldly and making a lasting impression”
Munich Startup: Risk or security?
Richard Kemmerzehl: Both! The transport transition requires the courage to try new things and take risks – be it through innovative mobility concepts or the development of new infrastructures. At the same time, we focus on safety when implementing our concepts: our solutions are well thought out, tried and tested and designed for reliable operation. This is the only way we can move forward boldly and still make a lasting impression.
