Enduo Mobility has come up with a robust solution for e-cargo chaindrive systems called EnduoCargo. It's designed to endure heavy loads under challenging conditions alongside providing a safe and long-lasting cycle experience for the rider. It's three key components, which come as part of the system, include the EnduoCargo industrial-grade chain, Enduo chainring and Enduo sprocket.

When talking about high-quality torque sensors in the e-bike industry, one name has particularly stood out in recent years: Autorq. At this year's Eurobike, the sensor specialist is taking the next step, demonstrating that the choice of torque sensors is not just a matter of quality but also of strategic brand importance.

In the ever-evolving landscape of bicycle manufacturing, the introduction of new materials heralds a profound paradigm shift. From the use of carbon fiber to the exploration of eco-friendly alternatives, the industry is undergoing a renaissance driven by innovation and sustainability. However, the successful adaptation to these materials requires more than just ingenuity; it demands designing advanced machinery specifically tailored to handle these novel materials while prioritising ecological sustainability.

ZEIST, The Netherlands - The volume of e-bikes exported from Taiwan has been in a constant freefall since January 2023. At this point it was clear that the market was flooded and delayed shipments were reaching weak purchasing markets. Throughout 2023, the number of e-bikes shipped from Taiwan dropped each month; from 102,575 in January to 37,597 in December. The latest Q1 figures of 2024 show signs of stability being resumed in the export market, albeit at a considerably low level.

BREDA, the Netherlands - VDL Groep's announcement to open the next bicycle frame factory in Europe last year, was more than welcomed by the industry. Frame manufacturing is the key element for bicycle production close to the market and for a long time regarded as one of the most complex parts of a bicycle to manufacturer in Europe on a large scale.

FRANKFURT, Germany - Three successful editions of the 'Eurobike investors lounge' prompted organizer Kindermann Value Creation to launch a wider and more in-depth program for this year. The presentations are primarily geared towards the interests of the guests, who are mainly made up of representatives from leading private equity funds and family offices.

LINCOLN, California - US company, Wren Sports, known for their inverted forks, bike packing racks and durable components, has announced a series of business developments across Europe following a successful 18 months of steady sales growth and new product development.

Velo, a well-known saddle manufacturer, has just launched three new innovative saddles. With a track record in designing state-of-the-art saddles, grips and bartape for the bicycle industry, Velo's strategy has always been to listen to their customers' needs and go that extra mile by prioritising comfort, durability and performance.

Pandemic aftershocks, geopolitical tensions, and sustainability concerns are among the numerous reasons causing many bicycle companies to relocate their production closer to their core markets. One producer that has particularly benefited from this trend is the Tunisian company Euro-Cycles.

ZEIST, the Netherlands - Retail sales between January and March 2024 in the Netherlands partly recovered from the strong decline the market experienced in 2023. Turnover increased year-on-year by 5.2% in the first three months of 2024. In the same period last year, revenue was still down by 10% mainly as a result of the sales hike in 2022 shows the benchmark of H&L Accountancy and Tax.

SUZHOU, China - The official accreditation of the Bafang Laboratory Center by the China National Accreditation Service for Conformity Assessment (CNAS) confirmed the successful creation of world-class professional testing laboratory for two-wheel drive systems. The component manufacturer is investing substantially to expand its market position. "The industry needs to regain confidence to restart the market again," Bafang President and CEO Qinghua Wang told Bike Europe on a recent visit.

TREVIGLIO, Italy - Bianchi has officially inaugurated its new production plant inside the renovated facility in Treviglo. The new production line boasts a manufacturing capacity of 500 bicycles per shift and was built according to innovative operating logic and productivity processes developed by Bianchi. On hand at the inauguration was new appointed CEO Marco Gentili who takes over the position from Fabrizio Scalzotto.

On April 23, the 'Right to Repair' directive was adopted by the European Parliament. The proposed law should encourage repair and reuse of defective devices instead of replacement, with the aim of minimising 'e-waste' caused by these devices. The guidelines that the EU will prescribe to its member states in the coming years are becoming increasingly clear: repair must become the standard for all electronic consumer goods, even after the legal guarantee period. What does this mean for the e-bike industry?

TAOYUAN CITY, Taiwan - Taiwan's folding bike and adaptive vehicle specialist Pacific Cycles Inc. celebrated the ground-breaking ceremony for its third factory on May 18. This is being built on site of the first factory in Xinwu/Taoyuan City. With the construction, the entire company will be turned upside down and orientated towards the future.

德國，科隆（COLONGE）－位於科隆的零售研究機構IFH發布年度市場研究結果，顯示去年德國自行車和電動自行車銷售下滑屬一次性。據IFH報告，市場需求將再度於今年逐步回升。

比利時，布魯塞爾（BRUSSELS）－歐洲自行車產業協會CONEBI近期舉辦的年度大會由新任理事長Massimo Panzeri主持，他也是Atala執行長。該會於5月22日於土耳其伊斯坦堡（Istanbul）舉辦。

日本，東京（TOKYO）－日本自行車市場已有多年飽受國內產量和進口量減少問題之苦。Bike Europe近期拜訪日本自行車產業振興協會（JBPI）總部，訪問過程中得知為何儘管市場疲軟，廠商（尤其外國供應商）依舊值得參展今年首次登場的全新日本自行車B2B展（Japan Bike Show）。

台灣，台中－繼台灣兩大自行車龍頭Giant Manufacturing Company Ltd.和Merida Industry Co. Ltd.發布今年Q1財報後，第三大廠Ideal Bike Corporation跟進。這些數據顯示，製造商仍陷在全球庫存過高及供應商訂單減量的問題中。