Electric bike news

Lime e-bikes are most commonly used for commuting

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

Thu, Aug 17, 2023 07:00
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Buy a new home in Glasgow and get a free e-bike worth up to £3,000

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

Wed, Aug 16, 2023 07:00
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Amputee’s e-trike stolen from community e-bike project

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

Tue, Aug 15, 2023 07:00
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Decathlon launches B’Twin LD 920 its most advanced e-bike yet with mid-drive and auto-transmission in one

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

Mon, Aug 14, 2023 07:00
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Fancy a 3D printed electric gravel bike? Urwahn has just made one

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

Sat, Aug 12, 2023 07:00
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Is now the time to buy a second-hand VanMoof e-bike?

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

Fri, Aug 11, 2023 12:07
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Micromobility.com’s bid to take over VanMoof rejected by trustees

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

Fri, Aug 11, 2023 10:04
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HumanForest rebrands to Forest and doubles fleet size

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

Fri, Aug 11, 2023 07:00
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E-scooter brand closes London store citing delay legalising e-scooters

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

Thu, Aug 10, 2023 07:00
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Advanced launch Offroad eMTBs in UK – and they’re in action in the World Championships today

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

Wed, Aug 09, 2023 07:00
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Boost testing prototype Brompton kit for autumn launch

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

Tue, Aug 08, 2023 07:00
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VOLT launches e-bike subscription ownership model

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

Mon, Aug 07, 2023 07:00
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E-scooter crash testing finds high risk of head injuries

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

Sat, Aug 05, 2023 07:00
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Cardiff police seize 17 illegal e-bikes in crackdown on riding in pedestrianised areas

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

Fri, Aug 04, 2023 07:00
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VanMoof back from the dead? Micromobility.com bids to take over bankrupt e-bike brand

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

Thu, Aug 03, 2023 12:16
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California ‘e-bike licence’ law in the pipeline

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

Thu, Aug 03, 2023 07:00
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Infrastructure the cause of most e-scooter incidents finds study

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

Tue, Aug 01, 2023 07:00
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London needs another 10,000 e-bike parking spaces according to report

The report, commissioned by micromobility firm Lime, assessed the contribution of the company’s e-bikes in London

Mon, Jul 31, 2023 07:00
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Mate UK enters administration – auction of goods to be held next month

Danish brand appears to pull out of direct sales to UK

Sat, Jul 29, 2023 07:00
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Ban on ‘universal’ e-bike chargers and safety standards for conversion kits among recommendations from electrical safety charity

Electrical Safety First also recommends mandatory third-party certification and tighter surveillance of online marketplaces

Fri, Jul 28, 2023 08:08
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Claud Butler launches sub-£2k ‘Wrath’ hardtail eMTBs

Aimed at the leisure market, these rear hub powered hardtails are ideal for towpaths or forest roads

Fri, Jul 28, 2023 07:00
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Delivery apps should take responsibility for riders’ e-bikes says electrical safety charity

London Fire Brigade has previously spoken to Just Eat, Deliveroo and Uber Eats in a bid to raise awareness of e-bike charging dangers

Thu, Jul 27, 2023 10:52
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The royal seal of approval: Prince William is using an e-scooter to ride around Windsor estate

“It just makes sense. He whizzes up to the castle when he needs to see the King”

Wed, Jul 26, 2023 07:00
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HumanForest launches zero-emission on-demand parcel delivery service in London

The venture, called Forest Parcel, will utilise the company’s existing fleet of e-bikes

Tue, Jul 25, 2023 07:00
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Brighton city centre recycling to be collected by e-cargo bikes

The scheme by Recorra and Zedify hopes to reduce carbon emissions in the area

Mon, Jul 24, 2023 08:03
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Dutch brand Swapfiets to offer free bikes for use during Tube strikes

Borrow a bike for up to nine days for free; choose between electric and unassisted

Fri, Jul 21, 2023 11:00
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Mivice’s two new e-bike motors should reinforce firm’s growing reputation for quality and value

Far Eastern motor manufacturer looks to further distinguish itself from the hub motor crowd

Fri, Jul 21, 2023 07:00
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Cowboy launches “streamlined” bike model “for the price conscious rider”

Core bike configuration arrives alongside a new software suite and a tool for VanMoof riders to save their bikes' digital keys

Thu, Jul 20, 2023 15:08
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Lemmo launches e-bike with clutch to switch between electric and manual

The new design claims to remove any motor resistance by switching between E and M modes

Thu, Jul 20, 2023 07:00
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VanMoof declared bankrupt – e-bikes remain functional for now but repairs will not be carried out

“The most funded e-bike company in the world” now looking for a buyer

Tue, Jul 18, 2023 09:46
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Fancy racing a hill climb on your e-bike? Now you can!

Urban Hill Climb 2023 now accepting e-bike entries

Tue, Jul 18, 2023 07:00
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Bosch oppose replaceable cell battery law

More talk of sustainability and more controversy

Mon, Jul 17, 2023 07:00
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Cowboy launches Cruiser e-bike with upright riding position

The Belgian e-bike brand developed the new model following feedback from its urban rider community

Thu, Jul 13, 2023 16:17
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VanMoof stores closed as “the most funded e-bike company in the world” files for protection from creditors

Concerning times for owners of e-bikes awash with proprietary tech

Thu, Jul 13, 2023 11:03
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New drive systems and frame designs in updated Bergamont e-bike range

Wider adoption of TQ-HPR 50 drive system and more accessible frame designs the big highlights from their Eurobike announcements

Wed, Jul 12, 2023 07:00
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VanMoof e-bike sales still ‘paused’ amid rumours it needs to raise cash

Firm says that “proactively pausing” sales provides an “opportunity to catch up on delivery and production”

Tue, Jul 11, 2023 15:30
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The Ellio Max has two motors and goes 28mph

From university masters thesis to commercial reality

Tue, Jul 11, 2023 08:48
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Rad Power Bikes to stop selling e-bikes in UK to ‘sustain competitive edge’

US firm has a reputation for making great value bikes but there have been signs it's been struggling for a while now

Mon, Jul 10, 2023 14:58
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Tenways launches the Ago T – a seemingly bargainous mid-drive city e-bike

Bafang mid motor and Enviolo hub gears among the features

Fri, Jul 07, 2023 14:56
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Coventry to crack down on e-bike delivery riders

E-bikes “infiltrating” pedestrianised areas are putting people off visiting Coventry City Centre says local business group

Thu, Jul 06, 2023 15:17
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Flat fire that killed a mother and her two children in Cambridge believed to have been caused by charging e-bike

Fire service expresses concern that cost of living crisis is encouraging people to leave devices charging overnight when energy prices are lower

Wed, Jul 05, 2023 07:00
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Peugeot aims to modernise its e-bike range with new ‘digital’ models

Brand announces three new "worlds" of highly connected electric bikes

Tue, Jul 04, 2023 10:04
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Mondraker launch new urban cross e-bike, the Dusty SX

Said to be ideal if you want to ride in the city and also on forest tracks

Tue, Jul 04, 2023 07:00
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VanMoof partners with KwikFit for e-bike servicing and repairs in the Netherlands

Repair packages are a key part of VanMoof’s appeal for many owners

Mon, Jul 03, 2023 14:43
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First ride: FLIT M2 e-folder now smaller and lighter thanks to weld-free technology

We take a look at new, quick-folding, 14kg, torque-sensing e-bike

Sat, Jul 01, 2023 07:00
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Urtopia introduces e-bike with ChatGPT voice interaction – “the bicycle with a mind”

Um… what?

Fri, Jun 30, 2023 11:22
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Italy to require e-scooter riders to have a number plate, insurance, and a helmet

E-scooters will also not be allowed outside of built-up areas, for example on major highways

Fri, Jun 30, 2023 07:00
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New York responds to spate of e-bike fires by investing $25m in outdoor charging stations

Large injection of federal cash seeks to stem the rise of fatal lithium battery fires

Thu, Jun 29, 2023 11:22
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Doing e-bikes differently: meet Velo De Ville

Customise or off-the-shelf - you decide

Wed, Jun 28, 2023 16:00
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MiRider announces new 24” wheeled bike, upgrades to GB3 model and derailleur-free gears with a belt drive via G3ARED

New colours, Gates Carbon Belt Drive among upgrades

Tue, Jun 27, 2023 16:00
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