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Free update for Yamaha e-bikes, Lime increases fleet for US footie fans, Voi weighs in on London parking debates + more

Lime is offers “valets” for US footie fans, Voi wants operators to unite, and NYC brings charging units to the city’s sidewalks...

Fri, Jun 12, 2026 11:23

E-bike operators including Lime and Forest slapped with £210,000 in fines for sloppy parking, plus Mercian is making an e-bike, Bosch launches certification system + more

We've heavy fines for Lime and Forest, but a lighter bike from Tenways for you in this week's round-up of all things e-bike

Fri, Jun 05, 2026 12:04

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London recorded lowest level of cyclist deaths since pandemic in 2025, but TFL “deeply concerned” by rise in serious injuries

London's Walking and Cycling Commissioner Will Norman reiterated his and the mayor's commitment to achieving 'Vision Zero' by 2041, announcing a "refreshed" plan, while the London Cycling Campaign called for opposition to 20mph speed limits in the city to end

Fri, May 29, 2026 17:45

“Turn her mic off!” Talk TV host Julia Hartley-Brewer has meltdown in bizarre exchange with cycling journalist, claiming cyclists “often go faster than cars”

“We can’t run the entire country around 25-year-olds in Lycra,” ranted Hartley-Brewer, before insisting London shouldn’t be compared to Amsterdam, because Amsterdam “has a population of 75,000”

Fri, May 29, 2026 11:58

Thief tries to steal bike on the Strand, London

“Nobody’s calling the police?” Brazen thief filmed stealing bike in broad daylight on London street… as onlookers laugh; Seaside cycling ban row; Milan v Napoli; Giro showdown on Blockhaus; Are rural roads better than cycle lanes? + more on the live blog

Blockhaus, baby! The Giro is tackling one of Ryan Mallon’s favourite climbs this afternoon and, to celebrate, he’ll be regaling you with tales of Eddy Merckx all day… and some other Friday live blog staples too

Fri, May 15, 2026 09:45

Benedict Cumberbatch accused of jumping red lights

“Like upperclass Wrestlemania”: Benedict Cumberbatch rows with fellow cyclist after allegedly jumping red lights

The Hollywood actor is no stranger to fractious encounters with cyclists, having previously been slapped and prevented a mugging

Mon, May 11, 2026 10:57

Expecting driverless taxis to respect bike lanes “too high a bar” – because customers want to be dropped off in them, autonomous vehicle firm Waymo tells cyclists

The Google-owned company, which officially launched its self-driving fleet in London earlier this month, has reportedly told cycling campaigners that it is “normal practice” for their taxis to veer into and block cycle lanes

Fri, Apr 24, 2026 11:02

“Looks like they’ve been pulled out of a deep sea shipwreck”: Bike shop horrified by sweat-corroded “drop that dropped off”; Newspaper columnist who usually rants about cyclists won round by Lime during Tube strike + more on the live blog

It's another sunny one on the live blog, Dan Alexander trying to keep the sunburn and hayfever at bay while bringing you all your Thursday updates

Thu, Apr 23, 2026 09:03

Screengrab from CCTV footage of hit and run

Zero arrests from 106 hit-and-runs on cyclists in London last year, as cycling campaigners slam “completely unacceptable” figures

London Cycling Campaign concerned arrest figures will encourage other motorists to "try and get away with it", while Cycling UK says "fear of being caught is disappearing on our roads"

Fri, Apr 17, 2026 15:55

“I’ve never been given such space”: London cyclist swaps road bike for Lime and rides without a helmet (“the thing I swore I’d never do”) — reports experiencing safer driving and fewer close passes; You can’t carry that by bike… + more on the live blog

We've got news, views, reaction, opinion and the usual silliness coming your way this Thursday, Dan Alexander ready for another dose of live blog action

Thu, Apr 16, 2026 09:06