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Radio Flyer's $2,999 E-Bike Makes Family Cargo Rides Easy
Innovation•Apr 7

Radio Flyer's $2,999 E-Bike Makes Family Cargo Rides Easy

Radio Flyer just launched a compact cargo e-bike that ditches the intimidation factor while still hauling two kids and groceries. The Flyer Loop proves going car-free doesn't mean wrestling with a monster bike.

Electrek•3 min read
New Cargo E-Bike Uses Radar to Spot Dangers Behind You
Videos•Mar 19

New Cargo E-Bike Uses Radar to Spot Dangers Behind You

A new cargo e-bike uses automotive-style radar and cameras to help riders see what's coming from behind without turning around. The tech-packed Tarran L1 makes hauling kids and cargo in city traffic safer and easier.

New Atlas•2 min read
Ontario Set to Legalize Kids on Cargo E-Bikes
Solutions•Jun 2

Ontario Set to Legalize Kids on Cargo E-Bikes

Thousands of Ontario parents have been technically breaking the law by using cargo e-bikes for school drop-offs because anyone under 16 is banned from riding. Now the province is updating its regulations to make this popular, eco-friendly transportation option legal.

Electrek•2 min read
Cargo E-Bike Shifts Gears Automatically Like a Car
Innovation•Aug 26

Cargo E-Bike Shifts Gears Automatically Like a Car

A new cargo bike just made hauling kids and groceries feel more like driving an automatic transmission car. Shimano's smart system shifts gears for you, letting riders focus on the road instead of the mechanics.

Ars Technica•2 min read
Amazon Tests E-Cargo Bikes for DC Deliveries
Innovation•May 17

Amazon Tests E-Cargo Bikes for DC Deliveries

Amazon is swapping delivery vans for battery-powered cargo bikes in a Washington, DC pilot program that could ease traffic while cutting emissions. The 10-month trial deploys up to 15 enclosed e-bikes operating from a local microhub.

Electrek•2 min read
Hobart Swaps E-Scooters for Safer E-Bikes in Transit Win
Solutions•Apr 21

Hobart Swaps E-Scooters for Safer E-Bikes in Transit Win

Hobart is ditching shared e-scooters and doubling down on e-bikes after the program helped residents take over 13,000 monthly trips while cutting emissions. The city joins a global trend proving greener transport can work when it fits local needs.

ABC Australia•2 min read
Hobart's Free E-Bike Library Boosts Sales by 20%
Innovation•Jun 9

Hobart's Free E-Bike Library Boosts Sales by 20%

A free two-week e-bike loan program in Hobart, Tasmania is turning curious test riders into actual buyers, with local retailers reporting 20% of cargo bike sales coming from library users. The city-funded initiative has logged over 10,000 kilometers in its first year and is driving both sales and smiles.

ABC Australia•2 min read
Massachusetts Proposes Safety-First E-Bike Speed Tiers
Solutions•May 6

Massachusetts Proposes Safety-First E-Bike Speed Tiers

Massachusetts is introducing a groundbreaking four-tier speed system that could finally bring clarity to the confusing world of e-bikes, scooters, and electric micromobility devices. Instead of banning faster e-bikes outright, the state is carving out sensible rules that keep riders safe while preserving access to bike infrastructure.

Electrek•3 min read
California Tackles E-Bike Safety with New Power Limits
Planet Wins•Jan 19

California Tackles E-Bike Safety with New Power Limits

California lawmakers are closing a loophole that lets e-bike makers sell much more powerful bikes than legally allowed, aiming to reduce serious injuries among young riders. The new bill would cap e-bikes at 750 watts of peak power, not just continuous output.

Electrek•2 min read
E-Bike Rider Rediscovers Joy of Pedaling After 15 Years
Acts of Kindness•May 15

E-Bike Rider Rediscovers Joy of Pedaling After 15 Years

A longtime e-bike enthusiast who once treated his electric bicycle like a motorcycle has found unexpected joy in pedaling again. His gradual shift from full-throttle commuting to low-assist riding shows how e-bikes can bring people closer to traditional cycling, not further away.

Electrek•2 min read
Oregon Lowers E-Bike Age to 14 to Boost Safety Education
Solutions•Feb 5

Oregon Lowers E-Bike Age to 14 to Boost Safety Education

Oregon's new bill drops the legal e-bike riding age from 16 to 14, allowing schools to finally teach safety to the teens already riding. While other states ban e-bikes, Oregon is choosing education over restriction.

Electrek•3 min read
South Park E-Bike Episode Sparks Real Safety Conversation
Solutions•4d ago

South Park E-Bike Episode Sparks Real Safety Conversation

The animated comedy's latest episode tackles America's e-bike challenges with surprising accuracy, highlighting real safety issues while exposing the growing divide between traditional cyclists and e-bike riders. Beneath the satire lies a genuine conversation about youth safety and responsible riding.

Electrek•2 min read
Perth E-Bike Sales Jump 750% as Fuel Prices Soar
Solutions•Apr 6

Perth E-Bike Sales Jump 750% as Fuel Prices Soar

Aussie commuters are ditching their cars for e-bikes as fuel prices surge, with one Perth shop selling 30 e-bikes in 10 days instead of their usual four per week. The shift could save riders thousands while building healthier, greener communities.

ABC Australia•2 min read
Closet-Sized Cargo Bike Carries 250 lbs, Replaces Your Car
Videos•May 1

Closet-Sized Cargo Bike Carries 250 lbs, Replaces Your Car

A new electric cargo bike folds to just 8 inches wide and weighs only 55 pounds, yet hauls a week's groceries, your kids, or even another adult. Apartment dwellers finally have a car alternative that doesn't demand a garage.

New Atlas•3 min read
New E-Bike Fits Whole Family, Replaces Car Trips
Videos•Feb 24

New E-Bike Fits Whole Family, Replaces Car Trips

A cargo bike company just solved one of the biggest barriers keeping families in cars. The new Swoop ASM carries four people, shifts gears automatically, and comes ready to ride for less than $5,000.

Electrek•3 min read
New E-Bike Tracker Works for 12 Months Without Charging
Solutions•Sep 3

New E-Bike Tracker Works for 12 Months Without Charging

A new tracking device called Astra can locate stolen e-bikes for up to a year without recharging, even when bikes sit in storage. The system combines GPS, Wi-Fi positioning, and smart power management to help owners recover stolen bikes from apartments, garages, and other hard-to-reach locations.

Electrek•2 min read
Portland Sets World Record with 1,060 E-Bike Riders
Global News•Jul 20

Portland Sets World Record with 1,060 E-Bike Riders

Over a thousand electric bike riders just pedaled into the record books in Portland, Oregon. The city's e-bike community came together to prove that sustainable transportation can be fun, social, and record-breaking.

Google News - World Record•2 min read
Spanish Startup's Wire-Powered E-Bike Needs No Chain
Innovation•Apr 23

Spanish Startup's Wire-Powered E-Bike Needs No Chain

A new e-bike system replaces chains and gears with wires and electricity, making pedaling power a generator that drives the wheel digitally. The innovation could make cycling accessible to anyone intimidated by traditional bikes.

Electrek•3 min read
Tenways' Compact E-Bike Folds Flat for Tight Spaces
Innovation•Feb 13

Tenways' Compact E-Bike Folds Flat for Tight Spaces

A new electric bike twists and folds to fit in car trunks and apartment hallways, making city living with an e-bike easier than ever. The CGO Compact brings practical design to urban riders who've been waiting for a space-saving solution.

The Verge•2 min read
New €999 E-Bike Charges With Your Laptop Charger
Innovation•May 28

New €999 E-Bike Charges With Your Laptop Charger

A lightweight folding e-bike now charges via USB-C, turning any laptop charger into a power source. At under 42 pounds and €999, it's making portable urban biking more accessible than ever.

Electrek•2 min read

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