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databricks.comworld8 days ago
UK Insurance Payouts for E-Scooter and E-Bike Injuries Reach £110 Million
The Motor Insurers Bureau has recorded £110 million in total damages for injuries from e-scooters and e-bikes since the first claim in 2019. The total more than doubled in the past year as claims rose to 168 in 2025.
The Vergetechnology15 days ago
Avinox and Gobao Show Prototype Motor-Gearbox Units at Eurobike Trade Show
Avinox and Gobao each introduced motor gearbox units that combine an electric motor with an electronic continuously variable transmission at the Eurobike trade show in Frankfurt. The systems aim to eliminate derailleurs and cassettes while offering seamless shifting. Both compani…
winnipegfreepress.comsports26 days ago
Thomas Muller Bikes Through New York Knicks Championship Parade Route on Way to Training
German soccer player Thomas Muller was delayed en route to a June 19 training session when the New York Knicks held their first NBA title parade in more than five decades.
japantoday.comsports31 days ago
Japanese Student Bikes from Pittsburgh to Dallas for World Cup Match
A 22-year-old business student from Japan is cycling across the country to watch his national team play at the World Cup in Dallas.
news.sky.compolitics35 days ago
UK Government Backs Councils Charging E-Bike Operators for Removing Illegally Parked Bikes
Transport minister Lord Hendy endorsed Kensington and Chelsea’s approach of billing operators more than £210,000 for clearing discarded hire bikes. Peers also pressed for mandatory insurance rules.
TechCrunchtechnology39 days ago
Lectric eBikes Launches Three New Brands as Industry Struggles With Rad Power Bankruptcy
The Phoenix-based company has invested about $10 million in a Juiced Bikes relaunch, a Juiced Powersports brand, and a premium adventure brand called Monarc.
world46 days ago
Ottawa Councillors Seek Ontario Fire Code Changes for Lithium-Ion Battery Storage
Ottawa city councillors have asked the province to strengthen fire code rules for indoor charging and storage of e-bikes and other lithium-ion battery devices. The request follows 54 battery-related fires responded to by Ottawa Fire Services since 2024.
dutchreview.comworld51 days ago
Amsterdam Bans Fatbikes in One City Park
Amsterdam officials have banned fatbikes from one of the city's main parks after receiving complaints about the vehicles. The restriction applies to a single park and does not extend citywide.
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rnz.co.nzfinance54 days ago
Blood Bikers Charity Completes 30,000th NHS Delivery
The Warwickshire and Solihull Blood Bikes charity has completed its 30,000th delivery of blood samples and medical supplies to NHS hospitals. The milestone was reached after ten years of 24-hour volunteer operations across the West Midlands.
The Sydney Morning Heraldworld56 days ago
Letters Debate E-Bike Use and Share Bike Parking in Sydney
Readers wrote to The Sydney Morning Herald on May 20, 2026, about electric bicycles and share bikes. The letters addressed environmental impact, health effects, and parking issues.
The Independentworld65 days ago
UK Fire Brigades Tackled 1,760 Lithium-Ion Battery Fires in 2025 Amid Tripling EV and E-Bike Use
Lithium-ion battery fires rose 147 percent from 713 in 2022 to 1,760 last year, with e-bikes the leading source at 520 incidents. London accounted for 44 percent of e-bike fires. Fire officials and insurers called for stronger regulation and safer charging practices.
South China Morning Postpolitics69 days ago
BJP Secures 207 Seats in West Bengal Assembly Elections
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Bharatiya Janata Party secured 207 of 294 seats in West Bengal’s state assembly on Monday, its first-ever victory in the eastern state of more than 100 million people. Days later gunmen on motorbikes killed Chandranath Rath, a close aide to the part…
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Challenges in Repairing Electric Bikes Lead to Mechanic Injuries
Mechanics at bike shops have experienced injuries, including lost fingers, while repairing electric bikes from unclear sources. The article highlights difficulties in fixing these vehicles. Recommendations include selecting repairable models with third-party certification.
technology100 days ago
Australian Commuters Increase E-Bike Purchases Amid Rising Fuel Prices
Retailers in Australia report higher sales of e-bikes as fuel costs rise due to global events. Commuters cite increased fuel expenses as a key factor in switching from cars. Industry representatives note growing interest in e-bikes as a cost-effective alternative.