Ford may be known for its cars , but at this year ’ s Mobile World Congress the auto giant also unveiled a pair of electric bikes . Both prototypes are powered by 200-watt motors , fold to fit on a train or in the boot of a car , and with pedal assist , help riders reach speeds of up to 15mph ( 25km/h ) . The bikes are part of an experiment by Ford called Handle on Mobility , which aims to make journeys safer and more efficient . Ford unveiled two prototype electric bikes at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona . Both the MoDe : Me ( pictured ) and MoDe : Pro are powered by 200-watt motors , fold to fit on a train or in the boot of a car , and with pedal assist they help riders reach speeds of up to 15mph ( 25km/h ) They are also part of the company 's wider Smart Mobility plan , which is designed to make cars and other vehicles more connected . The bikes , called MoDe : Me and MoDe : Pro , are based on designs by Ford employees and take inspiration from technology seen in cars . For example , both bikes are fitted with rear-facing ultrasonic sensors . These sensors link with the handlebars to discreetly alert the rider when a car is about to overtake using subtle vibrations . The MoDe : Me e-bike ( pictured ) was designed for commuters ‘ to keep moving in congested city traffic ’ . It folds and stows easily , allowing commuters to park outside the city , for example , take the e-bike onto public transport or a car and travel to the centre , then ride the e-bike to their destination . Both bikes have a slot for an iPhone so an app can be used as a sat-van ( pictured left ) and show when a car is about to overtake ( pictured right ) , thanks to rear-facing ultrasonic sensors in the bike 's frame . Earlier this week Ford unveiled its latest app that not only shows how far you can travel on the power you have remaining on an electric car , but bases its predictions on your unique driving style . Called MyFord Mobile , it also lets drivers remotely access their vehicles meaning they can set the cabin temperature on a cold morning before they leave their house . The app was announced at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona and currently works with a selection of Ford ’ s electric and hybrid cars . It specifically suits electric cars because the app can directly link to the battery to see a status level and accurate mileage . But Ford spokesman Abraham Phillip told MailOnline the team is working on developing the software for petrol and diesel range . These handlebars also light up to make the bikes more visible to motorists . The MoDe : Me e-bike – built with the help of bicycle manufacturer Dahon - is designed for commuters ‘ to keep moving in congested city traffic ’ . It folds and stows easily , allowing commuters to park outside the city , for example , take the e-bike onto public transport and travel to the centre , then ride the e-bike to their destination . Meanwhile , the MoDe : Pro e-bike – built by a Ford team – is intended for commercial use by couriers , electricians , and goods and delivery services . It is designed to stow safely into commercial vehicles which can act as carrier and support vehicle , and be combined with more than one e-bike . Both prototypes work with an called MoDe : Link , which is currently only compatible with the iPhone 6 . This app acts as a sat-nav and sends vibrations to the handlebars so the rider knows when to change direction . Turn signals are then triggered automatically for safety . The app also finds bike-friendly roads , hazards and alerts , and could ‘ communicate ’ with other vehicles . The MoDe : Pro e-bike ( pictured ) – built by a Ford team – is intended for commercial use by couriers , electricians , and goods and delivery services . It is designed to stow safely into commercial vehicles which can act as carrier and support vehicle , and be combined with more than one e-bike . Both prototypes work with an called MoDe : Link , which is currently only compatible with the iPhone 6 . Its multimodal navigation and smart routing lets riders filter journeys based on cost , time , and the amount of cycling required , compared to driving . This map also shows the weather , parking costs and charging stations . The electric pedal assist rate can be adjusted based on a cyclist 's heart rate and includes a ‘ No Sweat ’ mode that takes over when requested , meaning the rider can cool down before arriving at their destination . ‘ There are so many ways to get around a city , but what is really needed is a way to connect all of these transport options together , ’ said Ken Washington , vice president , Ford Research and Advanced Engineering . ‘ Being able to seamlessly move between cars , buses , trains and e-bikes and react to changing traffic situations can make a big difference both for commuters and for those delivering goods , services and healthcare. ’ There are no immediate plans to release the bikes but Ford said they will help test alternative transportation ideas . An accompanying app acts as a sat-nav ( pictured ) and sends vibrations to the handlebars so the rider knows when to change direction . Turn signals are then triggered automatically for safety .
The electric bikes by cyclists are called bike : Me and bike : Pro . Both are powered by 200-watt motors and are foldable to fit in cars . Rear - facing sensors alert a cyclist when a bike is overtaking . The bikes link to MoDe : Link app , which offers navigation features . Vibrations in the handlebars tell the rider which direction to turn . Bikes are part of an experiment by Ford called Handle on bikes aiming to make journeys safer and more efficient .