Electric bike news

Department for Transport make £2 million e-cargo grant fund available to save businesses up to £1,000 on bike purchases

Under the scheme ran by the Energy Saving Trust and funded by the DfT, businesses will be able to apply for a grant of up to 20% off an e-cargo bike purchase, with the max discount set at £1,000 per bike

Mon, Oct 07, 2019 15:08
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E-bikes can do wonders for the environment, as shown in new Cycle Republic infographics

Using data from the Department for Transport, Cycle Republic's new infographics show you can save thousands of kilograms of Co2 emissions by switching to e-bikes from cars or public transport...

Fri, Oct 04, 2019 12:30
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New 2020 Specialized Turbo Kenevo is a downhill riding, uphill shuttle e-bike machine

This new e-bike is the only uplift you'll ever need!

Wed, Oct 02, 2019 16:00
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Zedify team up with Boxxfresh veg delivery firm to offer e-cargo bike delivery service

The Hampshire-based veg box service are the latest to join the zero emission delivery revolution, teaming up with Zedify to move their products around using e-cargo bike couriers

Tue, Oct 01, 2019 16:26
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Kona launches new Remote 160 e-MTB

This Shimano drive unit bike is based around Kona's existing Process 153 mtb without assist...

Tue, Oct 01, 2019 14:50
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First ride: Blubrake’s integrated ABS system for e-bikes breaks cover

Swedish manufacturer Crescent is the first company to spec it… and we’ve tried it out

Thu, Sep 26, 2019 15:30
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Merida adds carbon framed eOne-Forty to e-bike range

Shimano motor equipped, mid-travel trail eMTB

Tue, Sep 24, 2019 12:18
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Six new mid motor systems from Wisper, Bianchi, Kervelo, Sachs, Polini and Amprio

We've been trawling the trade show halls to find new and interesting stuff...

Tue, Sep 24, 2019 09:28
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Watch: British couple who rode 900km across Italy for the Ampler Challenge

Ampler asked the public to put together an epic cycle route, and gave four winners the chance to go out and do it on Ampler bikes. Here is the story of Rebecca and Ian, who ventured across Italy after their successful application...

Mon, Sep 23, 2019 01:14
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Is the Karmic Oslo, an e-bike that looks like a scooter, the future of micromobility?

Described as "the bike of the future", the Oslo has a throttle like a motorised scooter but pedals like an e-bike.... could this be the vehicle that gets urban commuters out of their cars for once and for all?

Thu, Sep 19, 2019 14:54
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Hammersmith BID launch a zero emission delivery service, named Parcels Not Pollution

Hammersmith's Business Improvement District say they want the project to reduce traffic, ease congestion and improve air quality in Hammersmith town centre

Wed, Sep 18, 2019 16:08
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BH launch new e-bikes with “the biggest battery ever seen in the UK”, at 720 watt hours

The Spaniards have unveiled their new Atom e-bike range, with absolutely whopping 720Wh Lithium ion battery packs included as standard!

Tue, Sep 17, 2019 15:25
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The coolest e-bikes and tech from The Cycle Show 2019 including the new GoCycle, new Kinesis e-mtb and much more

We headed up to the NEC to check out some of the best new e-bikes around last week. Here's what caught our eye the most...

Mon, Sep 16, 2019 13:12
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First Look: Whyte Gosford e-gravel bike

Whyte's version of e-gravel looks pretty rowdy!

Mon, Sep 16, 2019 12:55
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Nine of the coolest, maddest and baddest new e-bikes

We saw some crackers at the Eurobike show this year... here are some of our faves, and some we just think are bonkers!

Wed, Sep 11, 2019 12:54
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First ride: Tern HSD

A slimmed-down GSD for smaller loads, or a beefed-up Vektron without the middle fold? Both, kind of

Wed, Sep 11, 2019 11:35
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Bianchi launch the e-SUV range as part of their Life-E project, with built-in headlights

After launching a whole new e-bike range just a month ago, Bianchi's latest creation is described as an "electric sports utility vehicle"...

Mon, Sep 09, 2019 16:45
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FSA launch their own e-bike motor system

The Italians have launched a hub-based design primarily for e-road, gravel and commuter bikes, with a button on the top tube controlling the five levels of assist...

Thu, Sep 05, 2019 13:39
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Marin’s Pine Mountain is a bikepacking ready e-MTB that’s ready to power off the beaten trail

Steel tubed machine gets custom bikepacking bag mounts

Mon, Sep 02, 2019 10:56
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The new FUELL Fluid is proclaimed as “the best e-bike in the world”, raising over £1 million on Indiegogo

Described as a best-in-class e-bike with 125 miles of range, the FUELL Fluid is touted as a genuine car replacement and has proved immensely popular on Indiegogo

Thu, Aug 29, 2019 01:37
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Fancy trying a Bosch-powered e-MTB? Head to the NEC show on 13-15th September!

Take a spin on the MTB test track from 13-15th September

Thu, Aug 29, 2019 00:14
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Verbier E-Bike Festival 2019 highlights, including the first edition of the E-Tour Du Mont-Blanc

The inaugural E-Tour Du Mont-Blanc, a mammoth 300km route with 12,000m of climbing, took place as part of the Verbier E-Bike Festival last weekend. Here are some highlights...

Fri, Aug 23, 2019 11:58
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Harley Davidson reveal e-bike prototypes

At a recent dealer meeting, the motorcycle brand Harley Davidson unveiled prototypes of some new pedal assist bikes in the pipeline...

Fri, Aug 23, 2019 10:53
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Volt launch three brand new e-bikes

The UK e-bike brand have unveiled the Apex hardtail e-mtb, the Regent step-through and the Connect hybrid, all available to buy now

Wed, Aug 21, 2019 07:01
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Bergamont’s 2020 e-bike range

The Germans have some pretty unique and intriguing-looking e-bikes in their stable. Let's have a closer nosey at the range...

Mon, Aug 19, 2019 15:51
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Lime gets integrated into the Google Maps app, with available e-bikes showing in over 100 cities worldwide

It's now easier than ever to travel using one of Lime's e-bikes or e-scooters, as they've expanded their partnership with Google Maps to have available Lime vehicles displayed in over 100 cities worldwide

Fri, Aug 16, 2019 14:38
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Canyon launch the new Roadlite:ON ‘fitness bike’ with Fazua Evation system

The Roadlite:ON comes in three spec levels all with 1x drivetrains, and a Fazua Evation removable power unit that is now controlled via a remote located on the downtube

Thu, Aug 15, 2019 11:05
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Join Bosch eBike Systems at The Cycle Show, on 13-15 September 

See all the motors and try them out! Plus ABS test track, New 'lock' function and more

Wed, Aug 14, 2019 08:17
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E-bike riders get MORE exercise than regular cyclists, according to results of new study

The recent study followed over 10,000 participants in seven European cities, and found because the e-bike riders often take longer trips, they actually got more exercise than cyclists on conventional bikes!

Tue, Aug 13, 2019 14:55
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Giant’s 2020 Reign E+ 0 Pro carves its own path in the enduro-eMTB world

We ride the all-new enduro-ready e-MTB with Giant's own drive system

Mon, Aug 12, 2019 17:23
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Dundee e-bike scheme made to relocate planned charging point away from BrewDog beer garden

The planning application for charging points located outside the Dundee branch of the pub chain has been withdrawn, after BrewDog said it would encroach on their outdoor seating area

Fri, Aug 09, 2019 16:13
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Swagtron launch the EB12, their first full-sized bike with a removable battery

Swagtron, best known for their e-scooters and hoverboards, have launched an electric city bike at a very pleasing price point...

Fri, Aug 09, 2019 15:25
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Brompton boss says e-bikes will lead to “mega transformation” of the bicycle

The Brompton CEO Will Butler-Adams has said e-bikes will play a crucial part in changing how people think about urban mobility in the future...

Fri, Aug 09, 2019 12:21
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Yamaha launches fresh 2020 motor line-up

The flagship PW-X2 and 'sportive' PW-ST motors have landed, and the drive systems now include Yamaha's Quad Sensor System and Automatic Support Mode technologies

Tue, Aug 06, 2019 16:35
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Lyft e-bike service suspended in San Fransisco after batteries catch fire

The share scheme was halted on Wednesday afternoon after there were numerous reports of batteries catching fire, described as "disturbing" by a neighbourhood supervisor

Thu, Aug 01, 2019 13:16
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FLIT-16 folding e-bike launches on Kickstarter, and it’s already smashed its crowdfunding target

'Flit through the city in style' say the creators of this new e-folder that is purported to be lighter and simpler than all those before it...

Wed, Jul 31, 2019 15:53
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E-bikes can’t be ridden in the rain: Halfords research claims myths about e-bikes are stopping the public from buying them

The strange modern day urban e-bike myths uncovered by the retailer suggest why some may be reluctant to buy an electric bike, from assuming they need insurance to thinking they aren't weatherpoof...

Tue, Jul 30, 2019 16:21
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“False info” – VanMoof rejects tech website’s claim it hacked one of Dutch firm’s “unstealable” smartbikes

Digital Trends says it bypassed alarm and removed SIM which allows bike to be tracked

Tue, Jul 30, 2019 14:14
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Thieves manage to steal one e-bike without its charger after ram raiding Cornwall bike shop

Top Gear Ltd Electric Bikes in Cornwall were sadly ram raided at the weekend, with significant damage done to the frontage of the shop - but at least the thieves turned out not to be the brightest bunch, making off with just one charger-less e-bike...

Mon, Jul 29, 2019 15:01
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Ruth Cadbury MP says ‘the big growth will be in e-bikes’, and urges government to offer incentives

The Labour MP, co-chair of the All Party Parliamentary Cycli Group, says incentives should be offered for those choosing sustainable transport

Fri, Jul 26, 2019 14:41
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E-bike hire companies accused of blocking pavements in London

A disability rights campaigner has called for more communication after 150 new Freebikes were introduced in Islington this week, with some allegedly blocking access to pavements

Fri, Jul 26, 2019 14:15
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Researchers discover method for improving the safety of Lithium-Ion e-bike batteries using graphene

The new method involves the wonder-material Graphene, that is able to block the release of oxygen in case of a battery fire caused by thermal runaway...

Wed, Jul 24, 2019 14:40
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Cannondale launches new Moterra and Habit Neo e-MTBs

Long travel Moterra updated, joined by trail e-MTB

Mon, Jul 22, 2019 15:16
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E-bike share scheme in Derby scrapped due to vandalism

ebikes Derby, who claimed to run the UK's biggest electric bike share scheme, have now permanently shut down operations due to "unprecedented levels of vandalism"

Fri, Jul 19, 2019 16:10
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Tour de France riders using new Specialized e-road bikes on rest days

Riders for Specialized-sponsored teams Deceuninck–Quick-Step and Bora-Hansgrohe were seen using the new Turbo Creo SL during the first Tour de France rest day, giving them a light workout while saving their legs on climbs...

Fri, Jul 19, 2019 11:59
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Specialized launches new Turbo Creo SL e-road bike

"The first true performance e-road bike", it says. With a price tag to match...

Tue, Jul 16, 2019 15:06
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Save 10% on Cycle Show Tickets with this special offer!

The Cycle Show is returning to the NEC in Birmingham between 13-15 September, and we've got a 10% offer code for you to sweeten the deal!

Fri, Jul 12, 2019 13:06
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Tern launch the new HSD, a compact e-cargo bike

Following on from the successful GSD e-cargo bike, Tern have launched the more compact HSD, described as "an urban e-bike that is mini but mighty"

Fri, Jul 12, 2019 10:41
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Forme launch the Thorpe e-road bike

The Peak District-based brand have launched their first electric road bike, with a Fazua Evation system, disc brakes and

Wed, Jul 10, 2019 16:17
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E-bike incentives are over twice as effective as electric car grants, says The Bicycle Association

At the All Party Parliamentary Cycling Group meeting today, The Bicycle Association proposed that electric bikes are far more valuable than subsiding electric car purchases...

Tue, Jul 09, 2019 15:18
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