Rosie Burgin

TAIPEI, Taiwan - Urban mobility specialist, Tern, announced that its GSD and HSD e-bikes are among the first to pass, and even exceed, rigorous new German cargo bike testing standards, the EFBE Tri-Test.

FULDA, Germany - The Büchel Edge rear light with integrated Z reflector, is the first sensor-controlled brake light for bicycles in accordance with the new StVZO and ECE guidelines. Büchel has introduced the brake light for model year 2021.

EINDHOVEN, the Netherlands - Shimano has introduced three new e-bike batteries into its Shimano Steps line-up including internal and external versions of its 630Wh largest capacity batteries for even longer rides.

MÜNSTER, Germany - Bicycle security expert Trelock has bundled even more know-how into its new folding lock FS 480 COPS and aims to "score with a great deal of security combined with maximum flexibility and comfort".

BRUSSELS, Belgium - Cycling has an essential role to play in the European Green Deal, which aims to achieve a 90% reduction in transport emissions by 2050, the three major European cycling associations have jointly agreed. Investments in infrastructure and policy framework are key to success they say.

MIAMISBURG, Ohio - Material science company Allite Inc has appointed Ty Daugherty as New Business Development Manager to focus on the global cycling industry. With 25 years of experience in management roles for well-known brands including Speedplay, Reynolds Cycling and Fulcrum Wheels srl, he will promote the use of Super Magnesium as a lightweight material for bike parts.

NOTTINGHAM, England - British bike brand, Raleigh have announced the launch of their new e-cargo bike range for businesses. With this they say they have "a perfect zero emissions solution for urban business transport".

BERLIN, Germany - Dance, is the latest name to enter the e-bike subscription market to promote urban mobility. With a recent launch in the German city of Berlin, Dance, which was founded by a team which includes the founders of the shared music platform, Soundcloud, aims to capitalise on the urban e-bike boom.

LONDON, England - The UK government has set aside £2 billion (€2.2 billion) to improve the cycling infrastructure in England. In what should be a boost to the bicycle industry, the Prime Minister, Boris Johnson has said the ambitious plans are part of measures being taken to solve the obesity problem in the country.

REICHSHOF, Germany - Schwalbe has released its new tubeless valves in stem lengths of 40, 60 and 100 millimetres. The company states that fitting of the valves has also been made easier with detailed technical improvements to the valve base.