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West Midlands Police criticised for seizing e-bike after faulty test

Police seize and destroy delivery cyclist’s legal e-bike hired through council-funded scheme after “bogus” test – but officers claim rider didn’t have insurance

The cyclist’s e-bike was seized after officers tested its speed by lifting the back wheel and turning the pedals, clocking a speed of 47kph – which they claimed was proof that the bike failed to meet the current regulations

Tue, Jul 21, 2026 00:43
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Volkswagen E-bike

Volkswagen launches “next generation” high-tech e-bikes… while planning to cut 100,000 jobs

Corporate greenwashing, a distraction technique, or just terrible timing? The German car giant Volkswagon's surprise entry into the e-bike market comes with plenty of technology, and some very weird optics…

Tue, Jul 14, 2026 16:56
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TWIE-2026-03-27

N+ Bikes launches limited edition Mercedes-AMG e-bikes – plus Taipei Cycle Show highlights, Beryl hits Canterbury + more

It’s time to take a look at everything that’s been happening in the exciting world of e-bikes this week

Fri, Mar 27, 2026 17:07
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King Charles at the opening of new Charles III England Coast Path

King Charles reckons e-bikes are cheating… but here’s why that’s unfair

He said what?! Anyone fancy asking Charles for his views on disc brakes or the UCI's handlebar rules?

Fri, Mar 20, 2026 17:15
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James May after charity cycle

“Very, very few people can break the speed limit on a bike”: James May slams Mr Loophole’s call for clampdown on ‘speeding’ cyclists, claiming problem is with illegal e-motorbikes and “nothing to do with cycling”

“30mph on the flat on a bicycle is Tour de France stuff… These campaigns always demonise ‘speeding cyclists’,” the former Top Gear host said

Fri, Mar 06, 2026 15:29
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Everything Electric 2026 montage

ebiketips partners with Everything Electric for 2026! Here’s how your e-bike brand could get involved in the world’s top electric vehicle and home energy show

It's not all cars... there will be loads of e-bike goodness at Everything Electric in 2026 too! Whether you represent an e-bike brand or business and want to exhibit - or you just want to attend one of the shows - here's everything you need to know

Fri, Feb 20, 2026 13:22
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Bolt e-bike

“It’s not fair”: Bolt claims rival companies deliberately moving e-bikes to get them seized for bad parking

Hire bike companies deny sabotage, after Bolt accused rivals of moving its e-bikes at night

Tue, Feb 17, 2026 11:06
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Jonas Vingegaard training crash

“How would you feel about a random person breathing down your neck at work?”: Pro cyclist frustrated by Vingegaard training crash, tells fans to ask if they want to ride on the wheel; “I’ve never understood the hate for cyclists” + more on the live blog

Dan Alexander will be taking you through the midway point in the week with the usual eclectic mix of news, views, reaction and plenty of silliness from the world of cycling this Wednesday

Wed, Jan 28, 2026 08:54
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Misprinted Canyon

Bizarre new bike day headache as excited cyclist takes Canyon Aeroad out the box… only to spot a rather strange mistake; Vuelta protest fallout: “The police did a very good job, we saw people trying to take the road” + more on the live blog

Welcome back to another day of live blog action, Dan Alexander entrusted with the hotseat to take you through all the goings-on in the world of cycling this Thursday

Thu, Sep 04, 2025 07:28
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Riese & Muller Superdelite Mountain riding 8.JPG

Bike brand halts US imports over Trump’s 50% steel tariff

"We need to take a few days to carefully evaluate this situation and its implications before proceeding with further steps"

Tue, Aug 26, 2025 10:52
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