Highlights in this latest online magazine (Issue 20 | April 2022) include:
- E-bike innovations vital market driver
- Taiwan eagerly waiting next physical meet-up
- Innovations on display at Taipei Cycle show
Online Magazine: E-bike innovations revealed at Taipei Cycle
For the fourth consecutive year Taiwan reported a double-digit hike in e-bike exports. Despite supply chain constraints and booming transportation costs, the market continues to expand. However, 2022 comes with new challenges. How is the industry handling these dynamics and does it impact innovations, an important driver for the e-bike market? Taipei Cycle Show 2022 gave some insights.
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Shimano AI-integrated drive train Q'Auto on bikes next year
OSAKA, Japan - To hit back on e-bike drive system suppliers who overshadow Shimano's leading market position, the component manufacturer will start mass production of its AI-integrated drive train system Q'Auto. Launched as a concept at Eurobike 2023, the first bikes featuring this system will be on the market soon. CEO Yozo Shimano explains the business decision to take this step forward.
Kind Shock explores new markets with wireless dropper seat post
TAINAN, Taiwan - For Kind Shock the LEV Circuit wireless dropper seat post, presented at Eurobike, is a game-changer. It eliminates the need for cables and internal routing, streamlining bike design and reducing maintenance.
Busch+Müller develops digital curve light for e-bikes
MEINERZHAGEN, Germany - It was announced as a revolution in bicycle headlights by Busch+Müller: the Briq-XL reacts to the lean of the handlebar in a progressive sequence to provide a magnificent illumination of the bend while riding the curve.
PW-LINK: Yamaha's new step in e-bike co-development
Since Yamaha launched the first production e-bike in 1993, the company has played an important role in transforming the two-wheeler industry. With the Power Assist System (PAS), Yamaha introduced a new dimension to the cycling experience, allowing riders to benefit from electric assistance without losing the feel of traditional cycling. Now, three decades later, Yamaha is introducing the PW-LINK system: a new concept in e-bike co-development that will benefit manufacturers, dealers, and riders.