Retro Revival: Cyclauto's Front-Wheel-Drive Cargo Bike from the 1930s

French company Cyclauto has revived a vintage cargo bike design from the 1930s, originally by French industrialist Auguste Reymond. Unlike typical cargo bikes, the Cyclauto positions the rider above the front wheel, directly powering it without a chain, reducing maintenance. Its detachable cargo section, like a semi-trailer, offers high modularity, carrying goods, passengers, or even commercial fixtures. The shorter wheelbase makes it highly maneuverable in urban settings. Cyclauto has been showcased at bike shows, but production dates remain unannounced.