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。

PARIS, France - After four years of strong growth, the French market value of bicycle, parts, and accessories combined decreased by 5.5% in 2023. "There's a dichotomy between bicycle use, which is still growing steadily, and new bike sales, which are running out of steam this year," explained Jérôme Valentin, vice president of the Union Sport & Cycle at the presentation of the 2023 market data.

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.

E-bikes have gained considerable recognition in recent years, yet many of their accessories and parts remain similar to those found on ordinary bikes. Essentially, this limits their potential, which is why Bafang's GVT technology, and specifically the G500A, a new 5-speed gear hub, have set the stage to optimise the e-bike shifting experience.

Undeniably European e-bike sales took a step back last year. In 7 European countries who already reported their market statistics for 2023, the total volume decreased by 8%, from 4,555,264 units in 2022 to 4,178713 last year.

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.

中國，蘇州－Okawa已開始準備於歐洲開設工廠。在本社近期拜訪Okawa Motor Technology Co. Ltd位中國的總部時，他們正在裝配第一條高度自動化的馬達組裝線。在完全啟用後，同樣一條產線將被運至葡萄牙。

英國，雷迪奇（REDDITCH）－英國連鎖零售商Halfords於財報中表示，受到自行車市場逆風影響，自行車部門銷售下跌三成。其寫道：「自行車市場整合速度超出預期，造成折扣幅度大增，對毛利率造成龐大短期壓力。」

SUZHOU, China - Probably the next big growth market after e-bike is motorbikes. Drive systems are available in the market, although the number of manufacturers is still limited. As a specialist for two-wheel drive systems, manufacturer Bafang has stepped into this future growth market and founded the subsidiary T&D e-Motorcycles business group.

ULFT, The Netherlands - Lennart van Houwelingen has joined Hesling Bike Parts as international sales manager. With extensive experience in the international bicycle industry, including nearly nine years with Enviolo/NuVinci and five years with Bafang, he will focus on expanding the Dutch company's presence on the European market.

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德國，慕尼黑（MUNICH）－Internetstores Group在很快意識到無法找到完整收購的買家後，便指定Christian Gerloff博士擔任破產管理人，並開始出售這間曾是網路零售巨頭的主要資產，目前程序已來到最後階段。Gerloff證實：「所有Internetstores GmbH的主要品牌都已找到新東家，有機會重新來過。」

BAUNACH, Germany - Messingschlager, the German-based importer of bicycle accessories, is strengthening its e-mobility business sector with the appointment of Christian Heymanns. The company is also integrating it's E-Mobility Service into the overall Messingschlager service.

HEERENVEEN, The Netherlands - Accell Group has reported that bike sales rebounded in May after weak March and April sales as a result of the COVID-19 restrictions. In parallel, the company has arranged an additional credit facility as a

A battery is an integral part of any electric bicycle, helping to determine range, performance, and durability. In this article, we'll be looking at some of the current and upcoming trends in e-bike batteries.

中國，上海－2024年中國國際自行車展在12個展覽館和一個戶外臨時展示區舉辦，為1,460間參展商提供充足展出空間。根據主辦單位近期發布的數據，一共有126,262名國內參觀者及15,004名海外參觀者出席。海外參觀者數量的國家排名前十為印度、俄羅斯、南韓、日本、美國、泰國、馬來西亞、巴西、印尼和澳洲。

THE HAGUE, the Netherlands - In a large scale operation to halt the influx of fatbikes that do not meet the legal requirements of an e-bike or a moped, the Dutch authorities seized a total of 16,500 fatbikes. The Human Environment and Transport Inspectorate reports the fatbikes are in fact illegal mopeds and originate from several Chinese manufacturers.