Electric bike news

The West of England asked for more cash to police e-scooters – the government said no

Metro mayor asked for more funding to avert “chaos on our streets”

Sat, May 21, 2022 07:00
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Bafang shaves 700g off its mid-range e-bike mid-motor with no reduction in power

Likely to prove popular hardware for manufacturers of affordable mid-drive e-bikes

Fri, May 20, 2022 07:00
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Ducati e-scooters now on sale in UK after government announced plans to legalise

Urban e-Mobility line also features an e-bike

Thu, May 19, 2022 07:00
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Backlash against Ola e-mopeds after reports of vehicles unexpectedly reversing at full speed

“It’s a potential killer, man. That defect was a potential killer”

Wed, May 18, 2022 07:00
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West Midlands Police crush confiscated electric scramblers

E-scramblers can only be ridden on private land

Tue, May 17, 2022 07:00
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Specialized is launching an e-cargo bike sub-brand called Globe

“Globe bikes are built to move you, your family, and your things”

Mon, May 16, 2022 07:00
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E-scooters to be legalised in the UK with creation of new low-speed, zero-emission vehicle category

New legislation could be based on e-scooter/light electric scooter category recently introduced in France

Fri, May 13, 2022 10:01
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Free e-bike loan scheme launched with £8m of government funding

'Cycling made e-asy' scheme will provide people with e-bikes for up to three months

Thu, May 12, 2022 15:14
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Raleigh updates its Centros e-bikes with bigger batteries and smaller wheels

2022 versions get 625Wh batteries and 650B wheels

Thu, May 12, 2022 07:00
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Hospitals and universities in Bristol and Bath to trial e-cargo bike deliveries

West of England Combined Authority has invested £920,000 in fleet of e-cargo bikes

Wed, May 11, 2022 07:00
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Nippychecks: the Bristol plumbing firm that’s operating on e-bikes

“We’ve often thought that using a half empty van to splutter its way around the city didn’t really make sense for anyone"

Mon, May 09, 2022 07:00
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The UK’s best EV holiday destination is… Lincolnshire

Resort destinations increasingly catering to electric vehicle drivers – but B&Bs and holiday homes are behind the curve

Fri, May 06, 2022 07:00
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Met Urbex – an urban e-bike helmet rated for use with speed pedelecs

Tougher than a cycle helmet, airier than a moped helmet

Thu, May 05, 2022 07:00
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Porous anode enables standard lithium-ion battery to charge to 60 per cent in six minutes

Additional anode processing would increase battery cost

Wed, May 04, 2022 07:00
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E-scooters could be legalised next week – RAC warns against ‘hasty’ action

“They're a reality, they exist,” observes Transport Secretary

Mon, May 02, 2022 15:13
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Italian police seize €2m from firm for smuggling e-bikes

Firm imported e-bikes from China in parts to try and evade anti-dumping tariffs

Mon, May 02, 2022 09:06
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Canyon launches two urban e-bikes with Fazua Ride 60 system

Commuter:ON 8 LTD and Roadlite:ON 8 LTD among the first bikes to make use of new lightweight mid-motor system

Sat, Apr 30, 2022 07:00
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Mini Cooper maker launches four steel e-bikes with regenerative braking

Cooper Bikes increasingly focusing on urban e-bikes

Thu, Apr 28, 2022 07:00
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KwikFit are doing e-bike servicing in the Netherlands

‘E-servicing’ concept will see branches nationwide repair all manner of electric vehicles

Wed, Apr 27, 2022 07:00
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Milan thieves stole 700 batteries from electric mopeds and used the cells for refurbs

Batteries were reconditioned and sold on the second-hand market

Mon, Apr 25, 2022 11:36
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11 great ebikes from this weekend’s Cycle Show

Heading to Alexandra Palace this weekend? Check out these ebike highlights

Sat, Apr 23, 2022 10:04
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India’s Hero Cycles announces Manchester e-bike assembly line

World’s largest bicycle manufacturer is targeting European market and e-bikes in particular

Fri, Apr 22, 2022 10:42
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Scott Addict eRide launched with new Mahle X20 e-bike system

Lighter, more powerful hub motor system ushers in next wave of e-road bikes

Thu, Apr 21, 2022 15:22
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Mycle launches sub-£2k e-cargo bike at inaugural London eBike Festival

This week’s show also features e-bikes from the likes of Ridgeback, Canyon and Specialized – plus the innovative new Honbike

Thu, Apr 21, 2022 10:55
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Riese & Müller launches new line of low hassle urban e-bikes

First Urban Line bikes are the UBN Five and the step-through UBN Seven

Wed, Apr 20, 2022 07:00
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Honbike: The e-bike with no chain and no belt drive

Japanese firm says its shaft drive system is ‘maintenance free’

Tue, Apr 19, 2022 07:00
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Nissan now has a prototype factory for solid state batteries

Japanese firm aiming to launch product in 2028

Fri, Apr 15, 2022 07:00
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Fiido X folding e-bike recalled after reports of snapped frames

Firm is redesigning folding mechanism and offering owners replacements

Thu, Apr 14, 2022 10:11
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Decathlon has released an e-cargo bike – the Elops R500E Longtail

Value load carrier can be customised with a range of accessories

Thu, Apr 14, 2022 07:00
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Orro’s got an e-bike – the Terra E gravel bike

FSA system features a rear hub motor with a battery in the down tube

Tue, Apr 12, 2022 07:00
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Bosch launches proximity unlock feature as it adds more smartphone functionality

Phone can now be used as e-bike display thanks to new SmartphoneGrip mount

Mon, Apr 11, 2022 12:43
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Swobbee looking to bring light electric vehicle battery swapping to Europe

E-moped battery swapping is booming in Taiwan – but how well will the concept translate?

Mon, Apr 11, 2022 07:00
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Voi trialling long-term e-scooter rental option

Electric scooters now available for leasing in Bristol, Bath and Oxford

Sat, Apr 09, 2022 07:00
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Mayor asks e-scooter operator Voi to sever Russia ties – CEO heads to Bristol to discuss situation

Dan Norris has threatened to cancel the West of England’s share scheme

Fri, Apr 08, 2022 10:32
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VanMoof releases its “easiest, most hassle-free” e-bike yet – plus a new step-through model

Dutch firm launches S5 and A5

Thu, Apr 07, 2022 10:08
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Looking for a folding glow-in-the-dark e-cargo bike?

Of course you are. Why wouldn’t you be?

Thu, Apr 07, 2022 07:00
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Thok MIG-HT – e-MTB will be available with ‘touring kit’ to turn it into a commuter e-bike

Add mudguards, rack, lights and a kickstand for urban use

Wed, Apr 06, 2022 07:00
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Swytch launches smaller, lighter version of its e-bike conversion kit

New smartphone-sized battery offers range of up to 15km with a slightly larger 30km option also being made available

Tue, Apr 05, 2022 07:00
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This Eskuta bike may look like a moped but legally it’s an e-bike

15.5mph pedal-assisted electric bike can be ridden without tax, insurance or a driving licence

Mon, Apr 04, 2022 07:00
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Call for e-bike and e-scooter battery safety campaign after London Fire Brigade reports spike in call outs

Many fires involve replacement batteries sourced online which may not meet safety standards

Fri, Apr 01, 2022 07:00
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Bafang releases “stronger and lighter” M510 mid-motor

Chinese firm’s latest e-MTB motor offers improved torque curve

Thu, Mar 31, 2022 07:00
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First Look: Forestal Cyon Diode – The Andorran e-bike from CORE Bike

This e-bike is as sci-fi as it gets

Wed, Mar 30, 2022 09:30
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10 times as many electric car chargers by 2030 says government

New funding focused on improving on-street charging facilities

Mon, Mar 28, 2022 07:00
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Brompton folding e-bike recall: free upgrade to combat mudguard issue

Manufacturer says risk of object getting caught between mudguard and tyre is “very low”

Sun, Mar 27, 2022 07:00
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Sigma Sports to open dedicated e-bike store in response to booming sales

Up to 15 jobs available in new shop in Kingston upon Thames

Sat, Mar 26, 2022 07:00
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Bosch updates fitness and navigation features on Nyon and eBike Connect

Updates will be available for download, free of charge, from April 6

Fri, Mar 25, 2022 07:00
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Eskute broadens its range with affordable electric city bikes and e-MTBs

Rear motor versions priced at £1,200 with mid-motor versions to follow

Thu, Mar 24, 2022 07:00
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Bianchi adds urban and touring e-bikes to T-Tronik range

Shimano mid-motor bikes offer step-through frames and adjustable stems

Wed, Mar 23, 2022 07:00
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Video: Indian inventor demonstrates his incredibly robust e-bike conversion kit

Bolt-on mid-motor seemingly unaffected by fire, water or, er, submersion in mud

Tue, Mar 22, 2022 07:00
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Buzzbike to add e-bikes to its subscription platform

Signa Sports United invests in London firm in response to “e-mobility revolution”

Sat, Mar 19, 2022 07:00
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