CHATELLERAULT, France - For 2024 the French automotive and e-bike supplier Valeo projects to manufacture 500 drive units per week, or 25,000 for the whole year. For the next 3 years, Valeo expects to scale the production volumes very quickly.

HELSINKI, Finland - Vapaus Bikes Finland Oy, a bike leasing service which combines e-mobility, digital solutions, and welfare development in its service model has been recognised as one of the most pioneering startups in the mobility sector across Europe. With a turnover of €18.8 the company is now eyeing market growth across Europe.

NANTOU, Taiwan - The transition from a bicycle to e-bike centered industry brought major changes to Taiwan's export industry. New companies have been founded in the past few years while also the country's renowned electronics industry is presenting itself more explicitly in the e-bike industry. One of the recent starters in the e-bike industry is Yota Cycles, founded in 2020.

LONDON, England - Laka, an insurtech providing a range of insurance and circular economy services to e-bike riders, cyclists and companies has announced a €7.6 million funding round as it "doubles down on growth" with the rise of e-bike sales in Europe. Additionally, the Porsche-backed company has acquired French e-bike broker Cylanto to expand its presence in France.

SCHWEINFURT, Germany - Tuning an e-bike highly increases the risk of the batteries catching on fire. Driving at higher speed requires more energy output which does not match with the setting of the battery management system. Velotech expert Ernst Brust therefore calls for a mandatory integration of a uniform Bluetooth interface.

TURIN, Italy - The success of the first Get Technical event in Budapest last year made organiser 'the sppot' decide to invite the industry for the next edition on surface finishing technologies. Get Technical 2023 is scheduled for 21 and 22 November in Turin Italy.

德國，柏林（BERLIN）－經過一陣無數猜測之後，網路零售巨頭Signa Sports United N.V.無可避免宣布結束營業的消息。該巨頭是網路平台Wiggle、Chain Reaction Cycles、Probikeshop、Bikestar和Fahrrad.de的母公司，他們在德國比勒費爾德（Bielefeld）法院提交破產申請，這場逐態擴大的風波可能對不穩定的庫存情況造成巨大影響。

德國，法蘭克福（FRANKFURT）－Eurobike主辦單位fairnamic正將旗艦商展Eurobike拓展到兩個新的舉辦地點。首屆Eurobike Istanbul將在明年3月28日於土耳其伊斯坦堡開展，Asiabike Jakarta將在明年4月30日至5月4日於印尼首都首次登場。

英國，史特拉福埃文河畔（STRATFORD-UPON-AVON）－英國自行車製造商Pashley正尋求資金加速電動出行三個領域的成長。接近百年歷史的悠久品牌正發起一項群眾募資活動，用以支持電動載貨自行車、電動自行車和他們已取得成功的共享單車的產品開發。

葡萄牙，阿格達（AGUEDA）－歐洲永續獎（European Sustainability Award）的葡萄牙贏家為Miranda Bike Parts，該公司對永續性的堅定承諾為其獲獎的原因之一。

BERLIN, Germany - The inevitable announcement of the end of online retail giant Signa Sports United N.V. has come after a period of endless speculation. The parent of some online platforms including Wiggle, Chain Reaction Cycles, Probikeshop, Bikestar and Fahrrad.de filed for insolvency at the court in Bielefeld, Germany. This unfolding drama might have a major impact on the instable inventory situation.

YUNLIN, Taiwan - The transformation to a more sustainable bicycle production and products is largely made possible thanks to technological developments of Tier-2 and Tier-3 suppliers. Formosa Taffeta is one of those companies as they produce tyre carcasses and anti-puncture fabric made of recycled fishing nets.

In a competitive market, drive system manufacturers have focused on various strategies during 2023. Development has focused on both an optimal riding experience and integrated technologies. After electrification, connectivity is the new standard for high-end and mid-range e-bikes, meaning a new generation of smart mobility devices are being created. Also an increasing average retail price and rising e-bike thefts have given a boost to the market of digital anti-theft devices. In this online magazine the latest innovations are explored.

ÁGUEDA, Portugal - The steadfast dedication to sustainability was one of the reasons to announce Miranda Bike Parts as the Portuguese winner of the European Sustainability Award.

In recent years, e-bike manufacturers faced a tradeoff: whether to adopt powerful yet heavy motors or lightweight and low-performing ones. Until now, these two options were considered mutually exclusive, however, a new drive unit could change the game.

FRANKFURT, Germany - Eurobike organizer fairnamic is expanding its flagship trade fair Eurobike to two new locations. On March 28, 2024, the first Eurobike Istanbul will open its doors in Turkey and from April 30 to May 4, 2024, Asiabike Jakarta is due to celebrate its premiere in Indonesia.

REUTLINGEN, Germany - 19 leading innovators in the automotive, cycling and technology industries have founded the 'Coalition for Cyclist Safety' [C4CS]. The aim of the alliance is to pursue the goal of advancing the development and expansion of a comprehensive vehicle-to-everything (V2X) communication ecosystem to improve cyclist safety. Claus Fleischer, CEO of Bosch eBike Systems explains why they were one of the initiators together with Audi of America and Spoke Safety.

CHESTER, England - Bikmo, a UK-based specialist cycle and e-mobility insurer has raised £3.4 million (€3.9 million) in a Series A extension round to accelerate European expansion and drive product innovation. The specialist insurer currently protects over 75,000 riders in the UK, Ireland, Germany and Austria through strategic partnerships with brands such as British Cycling, Cyclescheme and folding bike specialist Brompton.