Vok Bikes announces Production Line at the Refactory plant of Renault Group

Vok Bikes has partnered with Refactory of Renault Group in a move they say will accelerate the UK’s adoption of zero-emission delivery vehicles.

Vok says the new Production Line at the Refactory plant of Renault Group will scale the manufacturing of its next-generation electric commercial cargo bikes. The agreement brings together Renault’s industrial expertise and infrastructure with Vok’s pioneering urban mobility innovations – accelerating Europe’s shift away from conventional vans toward agile, zero-emission four-wheeled delivery vehicles.

Starting in 2026, mass production of Vok Bikes will take place at the Refactory plant of Renault Group in Flins, France, the company’s flagship circular economy and sustainable manufacturing hub. By leveraging the Refactory’s advanced production capabilities, Vok says this will help them scale efficiently while applying automotive-grade quality and sustainability standards to a “striking new category of urban transport.”

According to Vok, London is Europe’s most congested city, and cargo bikes are already a common sight on the UK capital’s streets, with numbers doubling between 2022 and 2024. There’s evidence that people are replacing vans for small business deliveries as they are cheaper to run, exempt from congestion charge regulations and more nimble around the city.

In the release, Vok highlights that cargo bikes are the greener transport solution, which can save businesses time and money as they increase efficiency in congested cities. Transport for London (TFL) published a Cargo bike action plan in 2023, predicting that cargo bikes could replace 17 per cent of van journeys in London by 2030. This move is backed by the Mayor, who is promoting their use in London as part of his Transport Strategy.

We are are market leaders thanks to our design and technical innovations.  Available in three body styles, Vok bikes can carry 200kg up to 60 miles with a top speed of 15 miles per hour and are convenient for last mile logistics, tradespeople and food delivery services. Our bikes use innovative in-wheel motors to deliver high torque four wheel drive and traction control coupled to an anti-lock braking system for efficient and safe city transportation – Vok Bikes

Sean Manley,  Senior Operations Manager, Micro Mobility for Serco Citizens Services, describes why the outsourcing giant replaced its e-cargo bike fleet with Vok. “We faced challenges with limited range, payload and the skills needed to ride. We needed a fully electric vehicle with a higher payload that didn’t require a full driving license. After testing several options, we adopted Vok.  The vehicles are easier to operate than e-cargo bikes, making the role more accessible, especially for those with mobility issues or confidence concerns, while offering better protection on busy streets.”

Smith & Brock is one of London’s largest independent wholesalers of fresh and fine foods, supplying some of the best restaurants and hotels in London. They chose Vok Bikes for their time-critical second daily deliveries. Co-founder Nick Fowler explains:

“Being a company that primarily specialises in fresh fruit and vegetables, we know how vital it is to protect our ecosystem. The introduction of Vok helps reduce our overall carbon emissions and lowers the number of vans on the road during rush hour, and delivers produce faster.”

For Vok Bikes, the partnership marks a major step in its Western European expansion, taking annual production potential tenfold.

The partnership reflects Renault Group’s broader commitment to sustainable mobility and industrial transformation through its Refactory initiative, which focuses on extending vehicle lifecycles, promoting circular economy principles, and fostering innovation in electrification and urban transport solutions.

Indrek Petjärv, CEO of Vok Bikes, said: “Vok Bikes aims to redefine how businesses move goods in cities by offering a highly scalable, practical, and environmentally responsible alternative to traditional delivery vans. Our collaboration with the Refactory plant of Renault Group enables us to significantly accelerate the rollout of cargo bikes and strengthen our position as the UK market leader. You’re going to be seeing a lot more of us in London and other UK cities in the coming months and years.”