Harley-Davidson’s approach to electric vehicles makes for an interesting case study in branding. After spinning off its e-bike division – which is now called Serial 1 – the firm has now decided it will also sell its electric motorbikes under a different name.The FT reports that LiveWire is to be listed on the stock exchange. … Read more
Wind Mobility, the e-scooter share scheme operator in Nottingham and Derby, has replaced its entire fleet. The new Link e-scooters from Superpedestrian feature the firm’s patented Vehicle Intelligence system, which allows over-the-air updates to safety features and vehicle characteristics.The e-scooters in both Nottingham and Derby were swapped overnight and users will now need to download … Read more
After introducing a fleet of e-cargo bikes in London earlier this year, FedEx is to start using the vehicles in three more UK cities: Edinburgh, Glasgow and Cambridge.FedEx has recently been exploring low carbon options for last-mile delivery and has previously said that e-cargo bikes, will be “critical” as online buying continues to surge.Some of … Read more
Police Scotland are urging people who are considering buying an e-scooter for Christmas to fully understand the law and the implications of riding one in a public place.It is perfectly legal to buy an e-scooter, however currently only rented share scheme e-scooters covered by a motor vehicle insurance policy can be used in public areas.In … Read more
Public transport users are no longer permitted to take e-scooters onto public transport in London or Newcastle due to fears that the vehicles’ batteries could catch fire and emit toxic smoke.Transport for London (TfL) imposed the ban across its entire public transport network last Thursday and Nexus, which runs the Tyne and Wear Metro and … Read more
Zoomo is to add a higher speed e-bike to its range. The e-bike subscription firm – which primarily caters to gig economy workers – says the Zoomo One, “will eliminate the need for petrol mopeds on our roads.”Offering weekly e-bike subscriptions as well as outright purchase and rent-to-buy options, Zoomo bills itself as “the world … Read more
Vinka has developed a rear hub motor that will automatically adjust the power assistance given to the rider. The Japanese firm believes that its new Auto VA+ system will offer a more ‘natural’ feel.Bike Europe reports that the system comprises Vinka’s RH60 motor, a torque sensor mounted in the bottom bracket and a battery integrated … Read more
E-bike-share start-up HumanForest is to launch the UK’s first fleet of shared electric mopeds. An initial trial will see 100 e-mopeds made available in London from January with plans to double that number by later in the year.Founded in November 2019, HumanForest aims to put sustainability at the heart of its business model with all … Read more
Electra has introduced two new e-bikes: the Cruiser Go! and the somewhat awkwardly named Townie Go! 7D EQ. Both bikes are positioned as more affordable options within the brand’s wider e-bike range.Electra has up until now tended to use Bosch motors for its e-bikes, but the two new models use a drive system that has … Read more
Micromobility operator Voi has placed e-scooters ‘wrapped’ in gold in a number of UK cities in the lead-up to Christmas. The unlock fee for all rides on these scooters will go to Cycling Projects, a charity that promotes inclusive cycling.The gold scooters will be found in Birmingham, Bristol, Bath, Liverpool, Northampton, Southampton, Portsmouth, Cambridge and … Read more
