Electric bike news

Cycling levels have dropped to the lowest level since pre-pandemic, organisation says

Competition and Market Authority in Italy opens investigation into e-bike tech giant

Battery pack redesigned to quick mount on the bike frame

The pair live in London but travel all over on their bikes - most recently, a Volt Alpine electric mountain bike

Man suffers injuries after trying to put out e-bike battery fire in flat

Richard Lander left his train from London to Glasgow at Milton Keynes but was cleared to join the next one

Lime says retrieval broke its terms and that it works "in partnership with the council" to retrieve impounded bikes

The new drive unit claims 470% gear range and 600W peak power

Italian brand launch three bikes in new Coppi range: a folder, a hybrid and a city bike

Light, powerful mid-drive kit now on sale in the UK

A welcome addition for those looking for a Bosch-powered carrying machine

Coroner findings adds to voices calling for battery and charger safety standards

Chain-free drives are ideal for e-trikes and Pashley will have one on sale next year

It’s marketed as a ‘do-anything’ e-bike, with Bosch Active Line mid-drive motor and 400Wh battery

Of the 73 e-bike fires in the first six months of 2023, 40% are believed to have involved a converted e-bike

New VanMoof owners launch electric scooter that folds at the push of a button

Automotive marketplace site welcomes e-mobility with option to buy e-bikes

The Bike Cabin is just 28 square feet and is towed by the Engwe X24 e-bike

They will be sold through both their motor dealerships and online

Perfect for those casual trips across the desert or for a quick drift around your private circuit

Sale to e-mobility company should end uncertainty for existing owners of VanMoof e-bikes

Colin and Margaret Palmer were ejected from their London-bound train but were able to catch a later one

American brand now offers front-loading and rear-loading e-cargo bikes in the form of the Wonderwagen Neo and Cargowagen Neo

Retro looks blended with modern tech

Electrical Safety First footage shows how an overcharged e-bike battery can go up in flames

New bikes across Urban, Street and Adventure collections

The new updates make it possible for multiple users to lock and unlock the same e-bike

Flagship store opens in Stratford

Blike’s cancel-anytime scheme provides riders with e-bikes for a monthly fee with insurance and servicing included

Innovative design that’s completely hidden away from the elements grew out of CeramicSpeed’s chainless drivetrain concept

They will also “replace any TAUR scooter that is vandalised by the police”

VanMoof is not currently carrying out repairs after it was declared bankrupt last month

Light motorcycles have been slated for release this year

Lime CEO has called London’s commuters the firm's "most important” e-bike riders

Cala Homes is offering people a free e-bike when they buy a new home in its city centre developments

Mount Pleasant Community eBikes in Wales suffered a break-in in the early hours of July 30

Retailer's latest e-bike is only available on the continent for now

German brand partners with Trickstuff and Beast to create unique electric gravel bike

Should you buy a bargain VanMoof? We look at the pros and cons

"My gut tells me financial figures are taking precedence over consumer protection" says CEO

"We wanted to simplify our brand across the board. Our bike looks like a tree, so let’s roll with that"

'Delays in legislation made us reach this decision' say Inokim

The addition of the Offroad eMTBs to portfolio mark expansion of brand in UK

Rear hub motor specialist looking to break the mould of Brompton front hub motors

Working in conjunction with Blike, you can now pay more flexibly to own a VOLT e-bike

The simulation examined 162 individual crash scenarios and found that 90% suggested a risk of severe head injuries

The bikes, capable of reaching 40mph, are classed as motorbikes and therefore require a licence and insurance

The Dutch e-bike brand was declared bankrupt on July 17

Proposed legislation will also effect a blanket ban on under-12s riding e-bikes

Researchers found that moving from one surface type to another proved to be the "riskiest" scenario for riders