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A climate journalist in Ghana's second-largest city traded his car for an electric bicycle, turning his daily commute through congested streets into a living lesson on climate solutions. His quiet rides are sparking curious conversations across Kumasi.
Electric motorcycle company Spiro just secured $50 million to expand its clean transportation network across six African countries, where demand for electric bikes is surging. The company has grown from under 10,000 bikes in 2023 to 80,000 today, with 2,500 battery swapping stations making electric transport more accessible than ever.
California's new bill cracks down on 40+ mph electric motorcycles masquerading as e-bikes, while leaving legitimate electric bicycles untouched. Major bike advocacy groups are cheering the surgical approach.
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.
Electric bikes are getting more people moving, especially older adults and those with health challenges who say they wouldn't cycle otherwise. Dutch researchers found real benefits but also discovered important safety concerns that need addressing.
Seven Quebec community groups will each receive $5,000 to launch electric bikes, clean transit, and eco-friendly mobility projects that cut carbon emissions. Applications open now through March 2026 for ready-to-go initiatives across the province.