FRANKFURT, Germany - The new e-bike range extender of battery manufacturer Tritek will enter mass production this year. The small accessory fits in the drink holder and supports a 3-6A continuous output current to work as a charger to the existing battery pack.

Being able to respond even better and faster to the needs of the rapidly growing market was the main goal of the relocation of KMC Chain Europe to Heerenveen in the Netherlands. At the new location, which is more than twice as large, the originally Taiwanese company has made significant efficiency improvements.

MONDOVI, Italy - The family-owned company Raicam is engaged in the production of products for driveline and parts for braking systems for the automotive industry. The growing awareness of safety in cycling made them decide to step into the market for ABS bicycle brake systems.

TAIPEI, Taiwan - Mobility lighting systems specialist Roxim has developed the R7EA rear smart light with multiple functions. This e-bike light provides auto brake and SOS functions for a safer riding experience. The product complies with the German StVZO regulation.

Leader Fox introduced a lot of changes this year. They have taken a significant step forward by installing a new suspended transport system in the production hall and have presented a new collection of e-bikes.

MACHECOUL, France - In just a few years, Manufacture Française du Cycle (MFC), owned by Intersport France, has become the first bicycle manufacturer in France. MFC should finish 2022 with a total production of more than 500,000 units, including regular bikes and more than 150,000 e-bikes. CEO David Jamin is confident for the future.

BORRALHA, Portugal - To meet growing demand for more complex and larger volumes, aluminium frame manufacturer Triangles Cycling Equipments announced a new €30 million investment plan. In two stages, Triangles expects to step up its annual capacity to 450,000 units.

TALINN, Estonia - To set a clear example of the impact of the e-bike industry, Estonian manufacturer Ampler Bikes advertises the environmental impact analysis for one of their models. "Our aim is to give an overview of the climate impact of our bikes and to identify the 'hotspots' and set goals for emission reductions for the year 2025," Ampler writes in the report.

HSINCHU, Taiwan - Known as one of the leading battery suppliers for the IT with a strong presence in Taiwan, Simplo/Trend Energy Technology is advancing into the e-bike industry. At Eurobike last July, the company presented its latest options for customised battery service.

比利時，布魯塞爾（BRUSSELS）－世界自行車產業協會（WBIA）主席Erhard Büchel表示：「有鑑於能源危機和地緣政治現況，明年自行車產業不會太好過。不過現在可見單車運動四處興起，這股趨勢不會消逝，因此我相當樂觀看待自行車產業前景。」

義大利，米蘭（MILAN）－2022年義大利米蘭國際兩輪車展（EICMA） 在過去數年已轉變許多。受到電動自行車推動，自行車產業在6年前重回米蘭會場。今年摩托車產業已明顯接受前景良好的電動自行車市場，會場上則幾乎不見自行車產業的蹤影，僅有少數幾個攤位。

荷蘭，阿姆斯特丹（AMSTERDAM）－電動自行車因為作為都會地區交通壅塞及環境問題的救星有著良好形象。不過，電動自行車製造商Mokumono共同創辦人Tom Schiller在一封給總編的信中寫著：「電動自行車造成一個環保問題。要解決這個問題，我們必須重新評估設計自行車的方式。」

美國，威爾頓（WILTON）－Cannondale公開新的全球市場長遠策略並重組追求一體架構。Cannondale總經理Marco Kind表示：「我們的目標是要加快建立品牌在主要類別中的形象，並和使用者建立更緊密的連結。」

WILTON, USA - Cannondale has announced a new long term global strategy and reorganisation to a unified structure. "Our aim is to accelerate the brand's profile in key categories and forge deeper connections with riders," said Cannondale MD Marco Kind. He also announced that Cannondale Europe general manager Eugene Fierkens will leave the organisation.

HELSINKI, Finland - The e-bike and bicycle boom in Finland which started during the pandemic continued into 2022. The market is still expanding in terms of market volumes, retailer turnover and average retail prices. According to industry insiders the current market developments show a sustainable change in consumer behaviour.

BUDAPEST, Hungary - During the 'Get Technical' event the members of 'the sppot' will present a deeper insight in the latest surface finishing technologies for powder and liquid coatings, labels/decals and their respective applications. The event is open to the industry on 22 and 23 November and takes place in Budapest, Hungary.

Despite the obvious market cool-down, Paul Lange Group (PLG) continues to invest heavily in IT and logistics in order to further improve its capabilities to serve the markets. Timely and reliable distribution of bicycle parts to OEM and retail customers and via those to millions of cyclists will be crucial to support the growing importance of cycling as a central pillar of modern, sustainable - and affordable - means of mobility.

KYIV, Ukraine - The war in the Ukraine has become very close and personal for Paul Lange Group with the tragic loss of an employee from Paul Lange Ukraine. The 54 year old Shimano sales manager Maksym Andrushenko died on 17 October while serving his country.