Electric bicycles are often called e bikes. They allow you to get around much easier with less work. The act of pedaling the bike is assisted by a motor. Of course some pedalling is still required for it to be efficient. ... If you plan to use an electric bike for short distances then you will not need one with a lot of power or speed. If you plan to use it for plenty of travel or for hill climbing you will want one that is faster and has more driving features. ...