With gas prices high due to the Iran war, people in developing countries are racing to buy battery-powered bikes. The conflict has inadvertently turned former President Trump into “salesman of the year,” one executive in Pakistan said.

Electric motorcycles are soaring as a cheaper alternative to fuel‑guzzling vehicles. In markets from Southeast Asia to Africa, consumers are switching to e‑bikes to escape soaring fuel costs. The Iran war disrupted oil supplies, sending gas prices to new highs and accelerating the shift.

Industry insiders note that the sudden demand has caught manufacturers off guard. Many are ramping up production to meet orders. The trend is expected to persist as long as geopolitical tensions keep oil prices elevated, giving clean transport an unexpected boost.