Segway Launches Its First Short-Tail Utility e-Bike in North Texas

The Beijing-based company recently relocated its U.S. headquarters to Plano after moving from McKinney.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 11:04pm

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A highly detailed, 3D macro illustration of the Segway MUXI e-bike, with its frame, components, and sensors illuminated by neon cyan and magenta lights, conveying a sense of advanced, high-tech engineering and connectivity.Segway's new MUXI e-bike blends utility and versatility with advanced smart tech features, signaling the company's evolution beyond its iconic 'Mall Cop' transporter.Pasadena Today

Segway, the company known for its two-wheeled gyroscopic transporters, has launched its first-ever short-tail utility e-bike called the MUXI. The MUXI is a selectable Class 1 or 2 e-bike that blends utility and versatility with a stylish, compact design. Segway, which moved its U.S. headquarters to North Texas in 2024, is now based in Plano after previously being located in McKinney.

Why it matters

Segway's move to North Texas and the launch of its new MUXI e-bike highlight the company's shift beyond its iconic 'Mall Cop' transporter to a broader range of electric personal mobility devices. The MUXI represents Segway's growing focus on e-bikes, which offer a more practical and versatile transportation option for urban and suburban consumers.

The details

The MUXI e-bike features a single-speed drivetrain paired with a direct-drive motor, and is compatible with a range of accessories designed to offer customization and modularity. It includes advanced security features like Apple Find My and AirLock proximity locking/unlocking, an all-new Lost Mode to remotely disable the bike if stolen, over-the-air updates, a full-color HD display, and real-time health and fitness data app syncing. Segway's upgraded Algorithm 2.0 provides more refined adaptive assist with a smoother, more natural pedal feel.

  • Segway first relocated its U.S. headquarters from New Hampshire to McKinney, Texas in 2024.
  • Segway recently moved its U.S. headquarters from McKinney to a larger space in Plano, Texas.
  • Segway announced the U.S. launch of its first-ever short-tail utility e-bike, the MUXI, on April 14, 2026.

The players

Segway

A Beijing-based company that makes a variety of electric personal transportation devices, including e-bikes, e-scooters, and off-road vehicles. Segway moved its U.S. headquarters to North Texas in 2024.

Ninebot

The Beijing-based company that acquired Segway in 2015, combining Ninebot's tech with Segway's global brand recognition.

Don Stefanovich

The PR manager for Segway.

Nick Howe

The head of e-bike at Segway.

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What they’re saying

“It's like a surf van you take to the beach, and then run around town but without the parking headaches.”

— Nick Howe, Head of e-bike at Segway

What’s next

Segway plans to continue expanding its e-bike lineup and other electric personal mobility products in the U.S. market, leveraging its new North Texas headquarters to drive growth and innovation.

The takeaway

Segway's move to North Texas and the launch of its MUXI e-bike demonstrate the company's evolution beyond its iconic 'Mall Cop' transporter, as it embraces a broader range of electric mobility solutions to meet the needs of urban and suburban consumers seeking practical, versatile, and stylish transportation options.