Electric bike news

The Cube Nuroad Hybrid isn’t that kind of hybrid

German brand launches new e-gravel bike equipped with Bosch's SX drive system

Thu, Apr 11, 2024 08:50
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Voi’s new e-bike offers automatic gear changes and there’s a new e-scooter too

The Explorer 3 e-bike also has "non-slip tyres" while the Voiager 7 e-scooter features a widened footboard

Wed, Apr 10, 2024 07:00
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E-bike side cars, off-road e-scooters, e-moped conversion kits and Mini Monkeys – our round-up from Fully Charged’s Everything Electric London show

A look at the two-wheeled offerings at the self-proclaimed "world’s biggest electric vehicle and home energy festival"

Tue, Apr 09, 2024 07:00
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Netherlands to close e-bike speed modification loophole

Riders have been able to sidestep fines by switching installed boosters off

Mon, Apr 08, 2024 07:00
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Ampler launches new Curt Anyroad electric bikes, with wider tyres and fork mounts

The Estonian brand aims to target bikepackers and commuters with their latest Curt update

Sat, Apr 06, 2024 07:00
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Babboe is now recalling a third of its cargo bikes over safety concerns

Criminal investigation has been launched in the Netherlands over allegations firm covered up safety issues

Thu, Apr 04, 2024 14:51
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Raleigh is offering £400 off a whole bunch of e-bikes

British brand cuts prices of some of their urban e-bike range

Thu, Apr 04, 2024 09:00
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“Zero” chance of e-scooter safety legislation this year – Government accused of ‘ducking’ responsibility

Shadow transport minister says there is "desperate need" for major transport reform

Wed, Apr 03, 2024 07:00
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The Big Issue’s e-bike share scheme pulled from Aberdeen as operator deems it “not financially viable”

The bikes launched in the city in 2022 after the Bristol scheme was stopped due to vandalism

Tue, Apr 02, 2024 07:00
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Study finds e-bikes may lead to people giving up cars and says they should be at core of planning

The study in Lausanne, Switzerland also found e-bikes are a great way to continue cycling

Mon, Apr 01, 2024 07:00
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Decathlon’s B’Twin LD 920E hits the UK with a unique mid-motor and auto-transmission

The Owuru motor and gearbox unit means you never have to shift gears again

Thu, Mar 28, 2024 14:27
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Reebok’s doing e-bikes and e-scooters – yes, that Reebok

New range includes electric mountain bikes, commuters and leisure bikes as well as e-scooters and accessories

Wed, Mar 27, 2024 14:26
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Gocycle releases images of Family Cargo e-bike’s F1-inspired HALOCX child safety system

F1 theme is continued with a halo on the child carrier and wings on the rear deck, presumably to make it the fastest family cargo ever

Wed, Mar 27, 2024 09:00
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Dott blames “rapid and unregulated rise of e-bikes” for decision to abandon London e-scooter trial

Brand has recently merged with Tier who are still operating e-bikes and e-scooters in the capital

Wed, Mar 27, 2024 07:00
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Tier and Dott merge in quest for e-scooter share profitability

News comes as Dott pulls out of London e-scooter market

Tue, Mar 26, 2024 10:14
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Lemmo’s e-bike with a clutch hits the UK

Switch between e-bike and analogue riding at the 'twist of a cap'

Tue, Mar 26, 2024 07:00
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VanMoof now has a couple of UK service partners

Dutch firm says it will make an announcement on when its products go back on sale “soon”

Mon, Mar 25, 2024 07:00
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Halfords calls on government to introduce e-scooter legislation “as soon as possible”

Retailer says it is "widely recognised" for commitment to explaining e-scooter law after Thames Valley PCC called on stores to stop sales

Sat, Mar 23, 2024 07:00
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Unique electric cargo bike brand Ca Go is now available in the UK

The CS 'city utility vehicle' comes with 180kg capacity and a striking look

Thu, Mar 21, 2024 12:17
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Cowboy Cross announced: an all-road urban e-bike with a 60km range

The 'ultimate connected e-bike' comes with some thick tyres too

Wed, Mar 20, 2024 09:21
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In Vietnam you can phone a blackout hotline and power your business with an electric motorbike battery

The DAT Bike can be converted to supply 220V mains power

Wed, Mar 20, 2024 07:00
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The Canyon Grizl:ON is their first electric gravel bike with the Bosch SX drive system, and it looks sleek

It also has RockShox suspension and integrated lights

Tue, Mar 19, 2024 07:00
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Automatic e-bike speed restriction to be trialled in Amsterdam

The "intelligent speed adjustment" aims to make city bike paths safer

Mon, Mar 18, 2024 07:00
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Specialized’s new longtail electric cargo bike has a powerful motor and comes with a Garmin Radar

A 90Nm motor and 710Wh battery are just some of the features of the Turbo Porto

Sat, Mar 16, 2024 07:00
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Regulator looking at 60 UK e-bike and e-scooter firms to assess safety compliance

“Initial discussions” held with British Standards Institution on introduction of new safety standards for e-bike conversion kits

Fri, Mar 15, 2024 12:31
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Dual battery folding e-bike with belt drive launches on Indiegogo

The PVY Libon features a dual battery and carbon belt drive

Fri, Mar 15, 2024 07:00
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Thames Valley PCC calls on retailers to stop selling e-scooters, calls disclaimers a “bureaucratic nicety”

"You are well aware that the vast majority of these products sold in your stores and online will be used illegally"

Thu, Mar 14, 2024 12:10
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The Ado Air 28 is now available with a heftier motor

Latest model features Bafang 2-speed automatic gear system

Wed, Mar 13, 2024 07:00
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The Diodra S3 e-bike is made from bamboo and uses an all-in-one hub motor and battery

It also boasts automatic shifting and weighs just 15kg

Tue, Mar 12, 2024 07:00
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Northants police to crack down on underage e-scooter use and sharing of Voi accounts

"E-scooters are not toys and there is a reason why the minimum age to ride one is 18"

Sat, Mar 09, 2024 07:00
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Cube the latest to use Bosch SX motor, this time on an electric urban bike

The Editor Hybrid range oozes “simpliCITY” (yes, we hate it too)

Fri, Mar 08, 2024 12:02
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Orbea launches the Diem: an urban e-bike with a Shimano motor and a funky seat tube

Basque brand’s Diem is an all-singing, all-dancing “urban mobility solution”

Thu, Mar 07, 2024 15:00
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A blend of time trial, MTB and Moto GP bike – the Ryuger Eidolon BR-RTS e-bike can even carry your lunch

No carbon has been saved in the manufacturing of this e-bike that costs £16k

Thu, Mar 07, 2024 13:41
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Planet X have got some e-bikes and their e-cargo bike in particular looks intriguing

Yorkshire-based brand begins selling own-branded electric bikes across mountain, urban and cargo categories

Thu, Mar 07, 2024 10:11
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Firefighters issue another safety warning after UPP e-bike battery sparks fire

"We’re asking people to check whether they have a UPP battery at home. If you do, stop using it right away, and contact the seller"

Tue, Mar 05, 2024 07:00
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Babboe recalls City and Mini cargo bikes as thousands of owners enquire about legal action

Law firm Birkway is investigating whether cargo bike owners can receive compensation, with over 8,500 people so far coming forward

Mon, Mar 04, 2024 12:10
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Riese and Muller launch not-so-long john e-cargo bike – the Carrie

Brand suggests it’s an "entry level" offering... at £5,469

Mon, Mar 04, 2024 07:00
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Cixi are using a chainless e-bike setup on a vehicle that can do 120km/h

Speed of Vigoz e-trike is governed by pedalling input

Sat, Mar 02, 2024 07:00
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E-bike proposals “a huge safety risk” says Cycling UK and would “blur the line between e-bikes and electric motorbikes”

Electrical Safety First also expresses concern as government acknowledges risk of “more severe battery fires”

Fri, Mar 01, 2024 13:14
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Government considering doubling e-bike motor power but retaining 15mph limit

Concern that proposed change could threaten the e-bike's legal status as a bicycle

Thu, Feb 29, 2024 11:27
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Florida town temporarily bans e-bikes in response to death of local woman following collision with 12-year-old e-bike rider

Florida law allows individuals of any age to ride 28mph e-bikes

Thu, Feb 29, 2024 09:19
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Tenways releases new urban electric bike with own-brand motor and a boost button

The CGO009 joins a line-up of well-priced city focused e-bikes, but UK customers will have to wait

Wed, Feb 28, 2024 09:00
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Brose has beefed up its cyber security to prevent people hacking its e-bike motors for more speed

Derestricted e-bikes are widely considered a major threat to the industry

Mon, Feb 26, 2024 16:34
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Want to ride the same e-bike as Fernando Alonso? Discover the e-bikes of the Formula 1 world

As the 2024 Formula 1 season beckons, we take a look at some of the team's electric bikes

Mon, Feb 26, 2024 07:00
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Quirky electric two-wheeler brand Cake files for bankruptcy

Its range includes an anti-poaching bike and a bike that doubles as a workbench

Sat, Feb 24, 2024 07:00
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Planning an e-bike touring trip? Apidura has done a special e-bike charger bag

The Expedition e-Bike Charger Pack is a lightweight bag for your e-bike charger, but it'll set you back £62

Fri, Feb 23, 2024 12:00
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BMW is calling its latest e-moped an “eParkour”

New BMW CE 02 is aimed at Gen Z riders

Fri, Feb 23, 2024 07:00
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First ride: Tern Orox

A behemoth of a bike that's loads of fun and very capable... do you really need one?

Wed, Feb 21, 2024 11:22
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The Tern Orox is being billed as an ‘adventure cargo bike’

With 180kg carrying capacity and fat tyres, is this something the market has been missing?

Wed, Feb 21, 2024 09:59
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Moustache has done a belt drive version of the Lundi

Moustache's top of the range model gets a CDX belt drive

Tue, Feb 20, 2024 12:40
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