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E-Bike Company Offers 50% Off Safer Battery Upgrades
Solutions•1d ago

E-Bike Company Offers 50% Off Safer Battery Upgrades

Rad Life Mobility is offering eligible customers up to 50% off advanced Safe Shield batteries that help prevent dangerous chain-reaction fires. The program targets owners of older e-bikes who want to upgrade to the latest safety technology.

Electrek•2 min read
E-Bike Company Brings 288 Jobs to Tennessee Town
Solutions•1d ago

E-Bike Company Brings 288 Jobs to Tennessee Town

A light electric vehicle manufacturer is opening its first Tennessee facility in Algood, creating 288 jobs and investing $7 million in the community. The 100,000-square-foot center will assemble and distribute popular Rad Power Bikes across the country.

Google News - Jobs Created•2 min read
Specialized's New E-Bike Tackles City Streets and Trails
Innovation•5d ago

Specialized's New E-Bike Tackles City Streets and Trails

The new Vado 3 X e-bike blurs the line between weekday commuter and weekend adventure machine. With full suspension and powerful features, it's built for riders who refuse to choose between city convenience and trail exploration.

Electrek•2 min read
E-Bikes Now Qualify for Health Savings Account Purchases
Solutions•May 20

E-Bikes Now Qualify for Health Savings Account Purchases

Americans can now buy electric bikes using pre-tax healthcare dollars, potentially saving 30% while investing in their health. Healthcare providers are increasingly recognizing e-bikes as legitimate wellness tools rather than luxury gadgets.

Electrek•2 min read
Honda and LG Launch Battery-Swap E-Bikes in Hanoi
Solutions•May 20

Honda and LG Launch Battery-Swap E-Bikes in Hanoi

Honda and LG are bringing instant-swap electric motorcycles to Vietnam's capital, letting riders exchange dead batteries for fresh ones in seconds instead of waiting to charge. The pilot launching in 2026 could reshape how millions of Southeast Asians switch to cleaner transportation.

Electrek•3 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
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
University Offers E-Bike Subscriptions as Gas Hits $6
Solutions•May 13

University Offers E-Bike Subscriptions as Gas Hits $6

As gas prices surge past $5.96 in Seattle, the University of Washington just launched an e-bike subscription program that lets students and staff ditch their cars for good. The timing couldn't be better for thousands of commuters feeling the squeeze at the pump.

Fast Company•2 min read
E-Bikes Built for Two Make Car-Free Living Easier
Solutions•May 10

E-Bikes Built for Two Make Car-Free Living Easier

Electric bikes designed for two riders are transforming how people move around cities, offering a practical alternative to cars without the hassle of motorcycles. Safety experts share crucial tips for riding two-up as these versatile bikes gain popularity.

Electrek•2 min read
E-Bikes Get Game-Changing Battery Tech This Summer
Solutions•May 8

E-Bikes Get Game-Changing Battery Tech This Summer

After years of empty promises, semi-solid-state batteries are finally arriving in real e-bikes from major brands, promising batteries that last up to a decade. California's Ride1Up is shipping the first models in August, with batteries already in safety testing.

Electrek•3 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
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
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
NYC Opens First Rest Hub for 80,000 Delivery Workers
Acts of Kindness•Apr 14

NYC Opens First Rest Hub for 80,000 Delivery Workers

After years of advocacy, New York City just opened its first shelter where delivery workers can rest, charge e-bikes, and escape extreme weather. It's a small structure with big meaning for the 80,000 workers who keep the city fed.

Grist•3 min read
Lime Redesigns E-Bikes for Shorter, Older Riders
Acts of Kindness•Apr 10

Lime Redesigns E-Bikes for Shorter, Older Riders

Bike-share giant Lime just launched a new e-bike model designed specifically for people who found their original bikes too heavy, tall, or hard to handle. The lighter, lower LimeBike is already rolling through streets in 10 cities worldwide.

Fast Company•2 min read
E-bikes Surge 68% as Kiwis Seek Fuel Alternatives
Solutions•Apr 10

E-bikes Surge 68% as Kiwis Seek Fuel Alternatives

Electric scooters and e-bikes are flying off the shelves in New Zealand as rising petrol prices push more people toward affordable, eco-friendly transportation. TradeMe searches for e-scooters jumped 68% compared to last year, signaling a major shift in how Kiwis get around.

Stuff NZ•2 min read
E-Bike Industry Blocks New Tariffs, Saves Buyers Hundreds
Solutions•Apr 8

E-Bike Industry Blocks New Tariffs, Saves Buyers Hundreds

Over 1,300 voices united to stop tariffs that could have added hundreds of dollars to e-bike prices. The coordinated effort not only blocked the new fees but removed some existing ones too.

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
Congress Backs First Federal E-Bike Safety Standards
Solutions•Mar 31

Congress Backs First Federal E-Bike Safety Standards

A bipartisan group of lawmakers just introduced groundbreaking legislation to create the first modern federal safety standards for e-bikes in over 20 years. The Safe SPEEDS Act could replace confusing state-by-state rules with clear national guidelines that protect riders while supporting clean transportation.

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

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