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E-bike component maker Star Union has introduced its latest mid-drive motor, the MGM (Magnetic Gear Motor). For 2025, the MGM is upgraded to deliver up to 80Nm of torque (up from 75Nm last year) without any increase in size.

With a strong tradition in engineering cycling components, Rodi's brand, Blackjack Wheels, is set to launch its new Aeron range. These high-performance bicycle wheels represent the pinnacle of technical development, engineered to meet the demands of elite-level competition.

For many consumers, the e-bike isn't just a trend; it's a revolution in how they move. E-bikes are transforming people's lives, whether they're helping people to conquer city commutes, enjoy weekend adventures, or simply breeze through daily errands. But the landscape for e-bike batteries is about to change significantly, thanks to the new Battery Regulation 2023/1542 of the European Union.

Bicycle manufacturers face increasing demands for flexibility, quality, and cost-efficiency as the industry evolves. The need for smarter, more reliable production solutions is greater than ever. How can manufacturers keep pace with these changes while maintaining high standards? Recent advances in automation and process integration offer compelling answers.

Navigating a competitive micromobility market where technology is constantly evolving can be challenging. Despite this, Gobao, a leading OEM in electric control systems and e-bike drivetrains, has built its reputation not only on quality and performance — but on putting its customer's needs first.

This key player in e-bike drive systems has unveiled the H730 hub motor, a groundbreaking innovation equipped with patented Gear Variable Transmission (GVT) technology. Designed to redefine urban commuting, the H730 integrates a 3-speed automatic gearbox that seamlessly adjusts gears based on riding speed, eliminating manual shifting while delivering a smooth, intuitive cycling experience.

With Preeto, Zhaowei has ventured into e-mobility - with a clear focus on high-performance, compact, and quiet drive systems that are precisely tailored to modern mobility concepts. "Our goal was to develop a drive that delivers maximum performance despite its minimal size," explains Jürgen Ludwig, managing director of the European subsidiary ZW-Drive in Munich. This is made possible by Zhaowei's high level of vertical integration and its in-house development of electronics, software, and mechanics.

After strategically expanding last year with a new factory in Vietnam to boost production capacity and enhance global compliance—especially for the European and U.S. markets—Ananda has now upgraded its Wuxi factory in China with advanced testing and assembly equipment. This facility, one of Ananda's five global factories, produces the majority of the company's e-bike systems.

The Gates Corporation leads the drivetrain revolution with its carbon Belt Drive system. With an aim to redefine racing performance, they're offering €100K to the first elite rider to win a UCI DH race on a belt-driven bike, boldly backing their innovation.

Eurobike is attracting a broader spectrum of companies than ever before. As the show heads toward its 33rd edition, it's not just bicycle manufacturers and component specialists setting up in Frankfurt. Increasingly, innovators from adjacent and even unrelated sectors are joining the Eurobike stage—bringing with them new materials, production methods, and perspectives that are reshaping the future of cycling.