As Gazelle North America’s general manager Ewoud van Leeuwen explained: “We have seen a tremendous response to the belt drive models we introduced last year: the Gazelle Ultimate C8 and C380.

The Ultimate C8 also marks Gazelle’s first belt drive offering in this market. The Ultimate C8 features a Gates belt drive system that feeds a Shimano Nexus 8-speed internally geared rear hub.

Gazelle says the e-bike's drive belt doesn't require routine maintenance, unlike a chain. On top of that, the Enviolo 380 Trekking continuously variable gearing makes shifting easier than ever before.