美國，小岩城（LITTLE ROCK）－Time Bicyles正投入650萬美元建設一座大型碳纖自行車工廠，地點位於美國南卡羅來納（South Carolina）。該廠將會擴展Time歐洲廠的產量，並用於生產高階碳纖自行車及零件。

台灣，台中－台灣自行車龍頭Giant Group 2022會計年度顯示銷售較前一年增長12.5%，達920.4億台幣。不過，物料及人力成本增加，和OE業務增加都對該集團總毛利率及利潤造成影響。

德國，REICHSHOF－輪胎製造商Schwalbe去年營業額增加到11.05億台幣，較前一年增長至少兩成，在該公司歡慶50週年之際創下新紀錄。儘管如此，2023年銷售預期將下滑。

BRUSSELS, Belgium - The announced reopening of the negotiations for a free trade agreement (FTA) between the European Union and Thailand aims to advance swiftly in the talks and to hold a first round of discussion in the coming months. The FTA could result in another push for the already growing bicycle production in South-East Asia.

LITTLE ROCK, USA - Time Bicycles is investing $6.5 million to build the largest carbon fibre bicycle factory in the US. Located in South Carolina, this new facility will extend the capabilities of Time's European factory and will be used to manufacture high-end carbon fibre bicycles and componentry.

AGUEDA, Portugal - The Portuguese two wheel and soft mobility sector registered a 21.68% increase in export in January, compared to the same period in 2022, data released by the National Statistics Institute of Portugal (INE) shows. The value of bicycle and component exports is also continuing to break records.

CHANGHUA, Taiwan - Product availability gave Tektro TRP a huge hike in demand for its bicycle components and brakes during the pandemic. The growing significance and quality made Tektro TRP an important partner for the ABS system of Bosch. But Tektro TRP had more in the pipeline as shown last week at Taipei Cycle Show.

PARIS, France - Created three years ago by French entrepreneur Marc Simoncini, Angell Mobility has announced a partnership with BMW to manufacture the first e-bikes under the Mini brand.

SAINT-GEORGES, Canada - Rocky Mountain has vertically integrated the distribution in the Northern European region with the takeover of BikeAction. For more than 30 years BikeAction represented Rocky Mountain. According to BikeAction owner Christoph Goebel, his transition into retirement was the main reason for the take-over.

BAMBERG, Germany - A European subsidiary of the Chinese Mivice manufacturer M&S Driving Systems Ltd. was founded in July 2022. In March the company marked the official opening of the brand-new Mivice European headquarters in Germany.

TAIPEI, Taiwan - At Taipei Cycle, Roxim introduces a new bicycle lighting technology, Dynamic Signature, to enable a new dimension of brand recognition for bicycles.

TAIPEI, Taiwan - The positive voices on the show floor saying people are back at Taipei Cycle after a 3-year pause, don't reveal the doubt and worries about the current market situation. The long-term outlook is still seen by many as very positive, but the challenging difficult market conditions in 2023 can't be neglected.

PLOCHINGEN, Germany - Decathlon Germany posted another record result in 2022. This time breaking the €1 billion sales mark for the first time. E-commerce and a focus on integration of circularity services played a role.

TAIPEI, Taiwan - In 2023, the d&i awards are being held for the eleventh time to promote R&D and industrial innovation, and to build a high-profile international image. Besides the involvement in the d&i awards, TBA's new Chairman KMC's Robert Wu has pledged to "enable Taiwan's industry to be the most reliable partner for the world-wide cycling industry."

REICHSHOF, Germany - Tyre manufacturer, Schwalbe increased its turnover to €335 million in 2022, a growth of more than 20% compared to the previous year. This sets a new record for Schwalbe as the brand celebrates its 50th anniversary. However, a decline in sales is expected for 2023.

CHICAGO, USA - The announcement in February to build a new factory in Taiwan confirmed SRAM's commitment to their largest production base. With the investment, SRAM is expanding its capabilities and capacity in Taichung. A week before the opening of the Taipei Cycle Show, SRAM CEO Ken Lousberg elaborates on their choice for Taiwan and his market outlook for the months ahead.

TAIPEI, Taiwan - Taiwan's bicycle industry is eager to show itself to the outside world again at the Taipei International Cycle Show. After an absence of 3 years one of the leading industry events is opening its doors again tomorrow morning. The industry is facing some interesting challenges which have become pressing over the past few years; now is the time to discuss these face to face.

E-bikes are becoming increasingly popular, with commercial buyers, consumers, and bicycle thieves alike. E-bikes have become more expensive over time, and parts are more valuable. This results in soaring bicycle theft. To make GPS protection more accessible for consumers, Tracefy, backed by an extensive dealer network in the Benelux, has entered into a close collaboration with Kruitbosch and Dynamo Retail Group.