Petrol price has crossed Rs 100 in some places and is threatening to do so in other areas too. It is a worry that has every driver worry. However, you can forget all about expensive petrol price today and instead look at this fancy vehicle. A Hyderabad-based automobile start-up has launched its electric bike 'Atum 1.0', which the company claims can travel to a distance of 100 kilometers on single charge of 3 to 4 hours. The most important thing is its costs only Rs7 to Rs 10 for a 100-kms ride. Surely, that will make you want to bid good bye to the expensive petrol price starting today itself.  This feature is surely to find takers who are looking for relief from relentless petrol, diesel price hikes and trying to find an alternative in affordable bike segment. Besides, it also ensures the environment is not polluted.  

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Base price of this bike has been kept at Rs 50,000 and it runs on portable Lithium-ion batteries.  

"Atum 1.0 is an ode to eco-friendly travel. Say goodbye to gasoline and stop no more at filling stations because we bring you a model that costs you 7-10Rs per 100Kms. That’s 97 times less than what it takes to keep a petrol bike fueled and running," the company claimed.  

Low-speed vehicle  

Ideal for stop-and-go rides, Atum 1.0 is a low-speed vehicle that’s perfect for everyday commute. Paced at 25 km/h, Atum is safe for all-ages who are looking for a clean way to travel from point A to point B. And one more thing, Atum requires no registration or driving license! It’s your ticket to #RideGreen.  

The company says focus is on building durable, sturdy electric vehicles. "Fitted with fat bike tires, Atum 1.0 is built for a wheeeeely comfy shuttle. For a lightweight bike, Atum 1.0 will have no bumpy rides even with a 150 kg load," said the electric bike company.    

With the focus on green energy and environment friendly modes of transport, the electric bike appears to have found its target audience as the company has already taken 300 orders and apparently have also started delivering it.