e-bikes

Cycle commuting? No sweat! Stay cool with an e-bike – even in full winter clothes

You may not associate winter with getting all hot and bothered – but just try riding your unassisted bike up a hill with all your waterproofs on

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How to look after your electric bike and battery in winter

Find out how to care for and store your e-bike when the temperature plummets

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Are all e-bike lights the same? Integrated, hardwired or standalone – what are your options?

A look at in-built lights and e-bike compatible lights versus conventional standalone bike lights

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8 tips for riding an e-bike through winter

Our guide to continuing to use your electric bike through the wind and the rain and the cold and the dark

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Misleading reporting is damaging public perception of e-bikes says trade body

ACT concerned at growing misconception that all e-bikes are unsafe

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“High risk” Gin e-bike chargers seized and destroyed by UK customs

Budget brand says it has contacted customers and implemented “enhanced checks” in its supply chain

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Swytch MAX+ e-bike conversion kit brings a rear hub motor option

Upcoming version will also be compatible with thru-axles

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Estarli’s new e20.X has an automatic gearbox and is their lightest e-folder yet

The e20.X costs less than £2k and weighs under 15kg (without the battery)

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Decathlon’s electric family cargo bike can carry up to four kids

Btwin Velocargo F900E has a host of nifty features, but you may struggle to get your hands on one

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“Incomplete” e-bike conversion kits mean people are fitting incompatible batteries and chargers

Correctly designed and fitted conversion kits from reputable manufacturers and retailers “not inherently dangerous” says ESF

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