Retail

After Porsche-owned Fazua’s demise, YT Industries confirms it will still provide parts and support for customers with Fazua-equipped e-MTBs

In a fresh statement, YT Industries has confirmed that it'll continue its support for its Fazua-equipped Decoy SN e-MTBs

Administrators appointed at major cycling distributor Saddleback

The news comes shortly after both Enve and Cannondale announced they would end their agreements with the British distributor

Evans Cycles back in profit after years of heavy losses – despite revenue falling due to closure of eight stores

The Frasers Group-owned retailer posted a profit of £388,000 for 2025, just two years after suffering a huge £28m loss

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Porsche shuts down e-bike motor brand Fazua as car brand’s e-bike subsidiary closed and 500 jobs cut

Porsche told road.cc that Fazua customers and dealers will continue to have “long-term access” to spare parts and service following the move, which comes as part of luxury car brand's attempt to “refocus on our core business”

Bikes driving Halfords’ renewed “momentum” as retail giant’s cycling sales jump by over 6%

Despite the “uncertain macroeconomic backdrop” of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, Halfords’ outlook continues to improve

Mike Ashley’s Frasers Group swoops to buy Frog Bikes, as embattled children’s bike brand joins growing Sports Direct and Evans Cycles empire

Frog Bikes went into administration in February following what the company’s owners described as “a series of significant challenges”, including the impact of Brexit

Decathlon profits up 16% despite “complex economic and geopolitical environment”

Retailer confident financial results "demonstrate the resilience of proprietary business model", with revenue up to €16.8 billion in 2025

Bleak start to 2026 for Shimano as sales drop and operating income slashed by half

The component giant’s net income is down 55.5 per cent compared to 2025 thanks to weak retail sales across the world, though the company’s fishing business saw a 20 per cent boost in sales

Major e-bike brand to stop selling in US due to “increasingly volatile market conditions”

Last summer, Riese & Müller halted shipping to the United States amid uncertainty around Donald Trump's tariffs, the brand now stating "given the current circumstances, it is more important than ever for us to focus our efforts on our core markets"

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Sports Direct and Evans Cycles owner Mike Ashley reportedly to bid to save Frog Bikes from administration

If successful, the brand would be the latest cycling acquisition for the Sports Direct after Wiggle Chain Reaction Cycles in 2024

Looking for a cheap(er) electric cargo bike? Decathlon might have just the thing for you as the Btwin E-Three 500 launches, already discounted to £2,499

French sports brand heralds its Btwin E-Three 500 as a car replacement, boasting a unique ecosystem that switches between passenger and cargo modes in seconds

Is the cycling industry back on track? UK bike market returns to growth for first time in four years, new report finds

According to the Bicycle Association’s annual report, the total market value for the UK cycling industry is up five per cent year-on-year – the first time that’s happened since 2020

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Giant CEO lobbies Trump administration to lift bike import ban after forced labour allegations

The bike manufacturer insists there are "no abusive practices" or "debt-bonded labour" and that the company "remains firmly committed to human rights and regulatory compliance"

Redundancies at Frog Bikes after popular children’s bike brand files to appoint administrators

The job losses suggest the company has yet to find new ownership

Specialized and Trek among major bike brands suing US government to recover Trump tariff costs following Supreme Court ruling

Bike industry joins the queue of companies looking for rebates following the Supreme Court's ruling some Trump tariffs were implemented illegally

Worrying start to 2026 for Giant as bike brand’s revenue slumps by 22% in January

Giant’s weak opening month of the year follows a turbulent time for the Taiwanese manufacturer, which was the subject of a prolonged embargo by the US government over forced labour allegations

The fitness tech boom continues: Garmin reports record revenue for 2025

“Looking forward, we anticipate building on this momentum with many exciting new product launches throughout the year,” the company’s president and CEO Cliff Pemble said

The ultimate bike industry boom and bust disaster story? Private equity firm that invested huge sums in Raleigh’s parent company has lost over £1 billion

Accell, which also owns Lapierre, Babboe, and a host of other bike and e-bike brands, says it has secured new financial backing as part of its latest restructuring process, which it claims will “fundamentally transform the business”

Cycle to Work scheme uptake remains steady despite political scrutiny

The scheme “continues to support everyday commuting” and reports modest year-on-year growth, despite political scrutiny over spending cap

Deviate Cycles is back: Scottish high-pivot mountain bike specialist returns after liquidation woes, but removes e-MTBs from its line-up (for now)

After closing before the new year, Deviate reopens its global online shop but pauses the sale of its new e-MTB

Shimano profits slashed in half despite slight sales rise as company blames “weak demand” and rising geopolitical risks

The Japanese manufacturer's fortunes echo those seen across the bicycle industry

Frog Bikes files to appoint administrators amid “series of significant challenges”

Popular children's bike brand insists "all parties are committed to securing a positive outcome for the business" and remain hopeful of attracting investment

Campagnolo rules out “any form of layoffs” and hits out at “inaccurate” media reports on troubles – but admits “deep internal reorganisation” is taking place

“The goal is to simplify, reduce decision-making layers, speed up processes, and give space to the young talents who are already part of the organisation. This is not a cosmetic change,” the iconic Italian brand said

British cycling clothing brand Le Col bought by Head Group, months on from founder’s departure following years of heavy losses

The brand will now be based in Milan, forming part of tennis giant Head’s “continued expansion of its sportswear and apparel division”

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“All our jobs remain”: Sonder Bikes owner Alpkit saved by new owner after entering administration

All shareholdings have been voided but Alpkit insist stakes will be offered in the new company

“An extremely sad day”: Sonder Bikes’ owner Alpkit enters administration but “in advanced talks” with potential new owner

Chief executive blames "incredible challenges" facing the business, including "rapid cost inflation" and new trade barriers