Electric bike news

Swedish e-scooter share company Voi announce expansion across 150 cities with new e-bike range

Voi will introduce e-bikes and e-cargo bikes to go alongside their e-scooter fleet in the coming months

Tue, May 14, 2019 16:08
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Scottish government offering over £1 million in grants towards promoting e-bike usage

Businesses, schools and community projects are able to apply for a slice of the cash, which is being offered to promote e-bikes as a healthier, more sustainable alternative to car journeys

Mon, May 13, 2019 14:09
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New Swedish brand Elbi launch affordable belt-driven e-bike, with crowdfunding target already smashed

Elbi are launching what they claim to be the "world’s first affordable belt-driven electric bikes", with luggage capacity and BMX-inspired features such as 20" wheels and a sloping top tube

Fri, May 10, 2019 15:46
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Xtracycle say their new RFA is the world’s first ‘future-proof’ electric utility bike

The RFA is a speedy city commuter, practical utility bike or a mid-tail cargo bike capable of carrying two kids all wrapped up in one, say Xtracycle...

Thu, May 09, 2019 15:52
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New training programme for e-MTBers launched

The Strength Factory has produced an e-specific regime

Wed, May 08, 2019 10:10
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Tern are giving away five of their GSD bikes to help non-profit companies move goods and people sustainably

Tern's super useful e-cargo bike will be handed out to five non-profit organisations, with an application form on their website for suitable businesses to apply

Wed, May 08, 2019 08:17
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Lime dockless e-bikes are coming to Croydon

Lime, who currently operate in Milton Keynes, Ealing and Islington in the UK, are bringing hundreds of dockless electric bikes to Croydon to offer residents a greener travel alternative

Fri, May 03, 2019 15:35
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Cowboy aiming to “transform the urban commute” with smart e-bike that has integrated lights and SIM card

Weighing just 16kg with a belt drive, removable battery and integrated lights, the Cowboy also has a built-in SIM card so you can track your bike via GPS if it gets stolen...

Thu, May 02, 2019 12:27
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Franco Bicycles launch what they claim is the world’s first 3D-printed e-bike

Using a continuous carbon fibre single-piece unibody frame courtesy of Arevo, Franco claim the new Emery One is a game changer...

Tue, Apr 30, 2019 16:17
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Check out the Electrica titanium e-bike from NUA Bikes of Barcelona, weighing just 13kg

The NUA Electrica has a Zehus motor that has regenerative charging, offering 'unlimited range' in hybrid mode...

Mon, Apr 29, 2019 16:19
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Moustache launch the Dimanche e-road bike range, with drop bar, flat bar and step-through models

The Dimanche 28.1 is aimed at riding for health, fitness and leisure, while the 28.5 and 28.7 are e-road drop bar models with the option of a step-through version

Sat, Apr 27, 2019 10:00
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A crash-proof e-bike? TU Delft & Gazelle Bikes unveil prototype with smart motor that stops bike from falling

The bike has smart steering assistance that could help to reduce the number of falls, according to TU Delft and Gazelle...

Fri, Apr 26, 2019 13:57
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Skoda launch new bike range, including two new e-mountain bikes

The Czech car manufacturer has turned its attention to two-wheeled vehicles...

Thu, Apr 25, 2019 14:56
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The United City Bikes ONE, made out of magnesium alloy, is pronounced as the world’s lightest folding e-bike

Launching on Indiegogo this Thursday, the ONE weighs just 12.5kg and is also the first e-bike to be made out of magnesium alloy...

Tue, Apr 23, 2019 12:57
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Look launch the e-765 Gravel

Another of a new breed of 'e-gravel' bikes, Look's new mixed-terrain e-machine comes in both SRAM Force and SRAM rival spec options...

Mon, Apr 15, 2019 15:51
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New CLIP e-bike conversion system hits Kickstarter

CLIP promise the portable e-motor will transform any bike into an e-bike, Attach CLIP to bike to ride effortlessly. Detach, after parking to recharge CLIP on your desk.

Fri, Apr 12, 2019 16:35
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EAV launch the Project 1 four-wheeled e-cargo bike for last mile deliveries

The Project 1, which pedals much like a standard two-wheeler, can carry up to 150kg and has already been taken up by delivery firm DPD in an effort to reduce urban pollution

Thu, Apr 11, 2019 15:38
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Folding bike brand Gocycle become the first UK company to pay employees for commuting to work by e-bike

UK employers should incentivise staff who get to work by electric or non-electric cycles, rather than driving, while urging government to help businesses do so, the ebike company Gocycle said today

Wed, Apr 10, 2019 10:26
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The Coast Cycles Buzzraw X, the ‘Unconventional Commuter’ with fat bike tyres, launches on Indiegogo

With massive tyres and a seat that can carry up to three people, the Buzzraw X from Coast Cycles looks like a quirky yet hugely practical multi-use machine. And it comes in EU or US versions...

Tue, Apr 09, 2019 15:33
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UCI and motorbike federation in jurisdiction dispute over e-mountain bike racing

As a series allowing e-mtb's at speeds of over 25 km/h announced, the UCI are claiming it still falls under their jurisdiction

Fri, Apr 05, 2019 11:52
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14% of cyclists intend on buying an e-bike in 2019, according to latest research

70,000 e-bikes were sold out of 2.5 million total bikes in the UK last year, but if this research is to be believed that gap could tighten in 2019...

Fri, Apr 05, 2019 08:00
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Shimano reveals over 24% of European commuters would consider commuting by e-bike… but only 11% would in the UK

Arriving to work sweaty and bad weather were the main reasons cited by the UK commuters surveyed who were unwilling to ditch the car

Thu, Apr 04, 2019 16:09
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Look launch their first e-bike, the e-765 Optimum All Road

Developed in association with Bernard Hinault, the e-765 has the detachable Fazua Evation motor system so you can take advantage of the assistance or remove to ride it as a normal push bike...

Thu, Apr 04, 2019 13:09
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Shimano STEPS e-bike assistance can now be controlled from drop handlebars with new Di2 technology

Rather than having to come out of the drops to alter your e-assistance, Shimano will now allow you to do this from the Di2 shift buttons on e-road and gravel bikes equipped with Shimano STEPS

Tue, Apr 02, 2019 14:56
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Blix successfully crowdfund over £100k for new long range, affordable cargo e-bike

Blix e-bikes have crowdfunded over 100k for their new cargo bike, capable of doing 20mph, which is on-sale now for £1,030

Mon, Apr 01, 2019 14:45
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Blix successfully crowdfund over £100k for new long range, affordable cargo e-bike

Blix e-bikes have crowdfunded over 100k for their new cargo bike, capable of doing 20mph, which is on-sale now for £1,030

Mon, Apr 01, 2019 14:37
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Ribble launch two new e-bikes at the London Bike Show, the CGR AL e and Hybrid AL e

The CGR AL e comes in numerous specs for road or off-road use, and the Hybrid is touted as a modern classic for commuting, touring or just hacking around town...

Thu, Mar 28, 2019 19:21
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Colnago launch the e64 e-road bike, weighing in at just 12kg

Colnago's flagship C64 road bike has been given the e-treatment, with the e64 getting an almost-invisible Ebikemotion hub motor system

Thu, Mar 28, 2019 14:33
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Brompton will launch UK’s first electric folding bike hire scheme from new store in London

The new Brompton store opening in the Shepherd's Bush Westfield Centre is part of a retail expansion by the brand, who will also offer a 'drop and shop' scheme for Brompton owners who want to park their bike while they shop

Wed, Mar 27, 2019 16:25
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Orbea launch the eMX, their first e-bike for kids

The eMX is adapted for kids aged 6-10, and weighs in at 15.5kg. Unfortunately UK kids won't be able to benefit due to our funny old laws though...

Mon, Mar 25, 2019 15:00
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The London Bike Show 2019 – e-bikes from Canyon, Ribble, Coco-Mat, Vitus and Panther on show this weekend

Here's a sneak preview of what e-bikes you can expect to see at the London Bike Show this weekend...

Mon, Mar 25, 2019 13:01
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Co-op launches a new e-cargo bike online delivery service

The grocer has teamed up with 'last mile' delivery service e-cargobikes.com to provide an online delivery service, with the goods brought to you by e-cargo bike...

Fri, Mar 22, 2019 08:00
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Royal Mail roll out e-trike pilot scheme

Selected postal workers were today supplied with specially-designed e-trikes with a huge load capacity to deliver their mail...

Tue, Mar 19, 2019 16:52
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Yamaha launch the Wabash gravel e-bike

Fully designed and developed in-house by Yamaha, the new bike blends the two fastest-growing bike trends, namely e-bikes and gravel, into one impressive package...

Tue, Mar 19, 2019 13:21
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Tern team up with Overseas Adventure Travel to offer e-bike experiences for cruise tourists

Tern have supplied over 100 Vektron e-bikes spread across 13 ships for O.A.T customers to enjoy some exploring on their cruise ship's stop-offs...

Fri, Mar 15, 2019 16:18
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Swiss bike shop Obst & Gemüse team up with Elian Cycles to create “the perfect e-cargo bike”

Described as "the ultimate light-weight, high-freight machine", the Ultimate e-Cargo is hand-built and you get Chris King hubs, SRAM eagle 12 speed shifting and an ENVE cockpit included for good measure...

Tue, Mar 12, 2019 12:31
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Review: Haibike SDURO HardSeven 8.0 e-bike

Verdict: Tourer that is slightly better specced and with more relaxed geometry than its rivals

Sun, Mar 10, 2019 09:00
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Skoda’s new Klement “micromobility” e-bike concept goes 28 mph and does away with normal pedals and chain

The Skoda Klement has to be seen to be believed, with car-like pivoting pedals and a single-side frame design...

Fri, Mar 08, 2019 11:11
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Hero Cycles of India launch e-bike designed in Manchester

Developed to offer an affordable e-bike option to fill the gap left by the EU's crackdown on cheap Chinese imports, the Insync range of e-bikes will cost between £1000 - £1,400

Thu, Mar 07, 2019 09:50
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E-bikes now the biggest selling bike type in the Netherlands

More than 1 million bikes were sold to the Dutch last year, with e-bikes accounting for 40% of those and average spend also higher than in 2017

Wed, Mar 06, 2019 19:15
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Are public bike hire schemes finally embracing electric? Citi Bike to release 4,000 more e-bikes in New York

As New York gears up for an influx of extra e-bikes, we'll also be getting some much-needed pedal assist in our hilly hometown of Bath. Promising news for clean urban mobility all round...

Sat, Mar 02, 2019 17:32
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Updated Ampler e-bike models launched, with the lightest at just 13.5kg

Ampler have revealed their Curt, Stellar and Stout e-bikes for 2019, with upgraded and urban-focussed components specced throughout the range

Fri, Mar 01, 2019 15:52
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Can an e-bike pull a car?

The folks at Tredz set out to answer the question!

Tue, Feb 26, 2019 17:55
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Surly launch long-tailed Big Easy e-cargo bike

With a geometry that makes it ride like a conventional bike, Bosch's most powerful drivetrain and huge rear storage, the Big Easy is built to carry the kids, the shopping and much more...

Fri, Feb 22, 2019 16:35
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New bikes, gear and tech at iceBike 2019 from Ridgeback, Adventure, Air Fom and Dynaplug

We went to check out some of the latest and greatest from one of the UK's biggest cycling distributors, here are some highlights...

Fri, Feb 22, 2019 15:30
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E-bikes give a brain boost to older cyclists, according to new study

The new research found that cyclists between the ages of 50-83 experienced cognitive and mental health benefits from riding a bicycle, regardless of whether it was electric or non-assisted...

Thu, Feb 21, 2019 13:38
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Raleigh revamps their Stow-E-Way folding e-bike

The British bike behemoths have made their e-folder available in black and white colourways, with 8-speed gearing and four levels of assistance

Fri, Feb 15, 2019 17:20
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BikeLive Cannock Chase is back! Loads of e-bike brands are confirmed for our annual demo day extravaganza

We're looking forward to welcoming you for BikeLive on 6th April, where you'll be able to demo all the latest and greatest bikes from some of the best brands in the business!

Fri, Feb 15, 2019 14:09
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Jimmy’s Iced Coffee founder swaps a car for an e-cargo bike, saves £80 a week on fuel

Jimmy Cregan has described swapping his Mercedes C63 for a Tern GSD as "the best thing I've ever done"

Thu, Feb 14, 2019 17:07
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Check out this stylish machine from Coleen, an electric remake of the legendary Jean Prouvé bike from 1941

If you like to mix the old with the new then this bike might just be the ultimate example, with timeless looks and a motor built in seamlessly so you wouldn't know it was there!

Wed, Feb 13, 2019 17:24
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