歐盟電池法規指引仍引發電動自行車安全擔憂
比利時,布魯塞爾(BRUSSELS)-2年前歐盟執委會實施新《電池法》曾引起激烈討論,但如今似乎已成過去式。相比將自2027年1月起生效的法規,現在嚴峻的市場環境更受關注。許多業界人士認為,該法其中一條關於更換電動自行車單顆電芯的規定,可能造成嚴重的安全問題。

比利時,布魯塞爾(BRUSSELS)-2年前歐盟執委會實施新《電池法》曾引起激烈討論,但如今似乎已成過去式。相比將自2027年1月起生效的法規,現在嚴峻的市場環境更受關注。許多業界人士認為,該法其中一條關於更換電動自行車單顆電芯的規定,可能造成嚴重的安全問題。

GENEVA, Switzerland - E-cargobikes are becoming an increasingly common sight on our city streets. They offer a sensible and sustainable alternative to fossil-fuel-powered vehicles. However, without strict safety standards, they also present a risk to riders and other road users. Chih-Hao Lien, Assistant Manager at SGS Hardlines Lab in Taiwan asks: What does the publication of the EN 17860 series of standards for carrier cycles mean for suppliers of e-cargo bikes and the safety on our urban streets?

BRUSSELS, Belgium - The European Commission wants to increase the recycling volumes of raw materials used in permanent magnets, including e-bikes motors. This is one of the goals of a new regulation proposed by the Commission recently, and that is going to be discussed both in the Parliament and in the Council soon.

PARIS, France - As reported by several Swiss media, Paris-based arbitration tribunal of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) handed down its verdict regarding Scott Sports SA (or Scott Sports Group) ownership. According to the ruling made on 6 February, Beat Zaugg, who is still co-owner of Swiss bike and winter sports supplier, is to cede his 47% stake in the company to majority owner Youngone Corporation.

For nearly four decades, Tektro has been known for its high-quality braking systems. Now, with the fully automatic E.A.S.I. A12 shifting system, TRP introduces an innovation set to make a mark on the shifting market. OEMs looking for future-proof, fully integrated systems now have the opportunity to equip their e-bikes with an automatic shifting system that combines riding comfort and durability.

The Taipei Cycle Show is one of the top three global cycling exhibitions, bringing together industry leaders, innovators, and key decision-makers. OLI eBike Systems will present its latest advancements at Hall 2 (TaiNEX 2), Booth R0720, offering an in-depth look at its Pico drive system—a high-performance, cost-efficient motor.

TAIPEI, Taiwan - The combined revenue of Taiwan's two largest bicycle manufacturers Giant and Merida hiked 48% year-on-year in the first two months of 2025. At the last presentation of the annual results, Giant pointed out that the most difficult period for the industry has passed and is cautiously optimistic about the market performance in 2025. This statement doesn't mean the industry's warehouses are empty again and the market has passed its rock-bottom. However, after hearing Giant and Merida's announcements, component manufacturers have breathed a sigh of relief.

TAICHUING, Taiwan -Taiwan´s third-largest bicycle manufacturer Ideal Bike Corporation significantly reduced its costs in 2024, according to the limited financial information communicated by the company. However, last year's revenue of TWD 2.65 billion (€737.46 mln) still represented a year-on-year drop of 27.5%.

台灣,台中-在循環經濟中,要為可回收廢料找到新用途或客戶往往是一項挑戰。ZIPP母公司SRAM一直在為碳纖零件生產過程中的廢料尋找解決辦法,這些零件包含輪組、車把手、龍頭及座管。透過與Velo合作,該公司得以解決這個問題。

BRUSSELS, Belgium - Finalising the trade agreements currently under negotiation is one of the tasks of the next Trade Commissioner, Maros Sefcovic. The agreements with Malaysia and Thailand will certainly be part of that commitment. The best-known company in the bicycle industry based in Thailand is Vittoria while Malaysia is the home of Shimano's supplier Kwang Li Industry.

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.

德國,法蘭克福(FRANKFURT)-2026年6月24至28日,將會有來自各國的與會者湧入Messe Frankfurt會場,參與全球規模最大的自行車及綠色交通貿易展Eurobike。主辦單位fairnamic GmbH於三月底宣布明年展期,以便提早規劃並確保活動能順利進行。

GHENT, Belgium - The European Commission has initiated a review of Regulation 168/2013 which regulates the type approval for vehicles with two or more wheels. Since January 2017 all e-bikes, except those with assistance up to 25 km/h and a maximum continuous rated power of 250W, must comply with the European...

FRIEDRICHSHAFEN, Germany - A full house today at the Bike Europe - AVERE Conference on the latest developments in e-bike regulations.

SHANGHAI, China - On May 10, the day after this year's China Cycle Show closed its doors, a 4-day conference on getting to a ISO world standard for electric power assisted cycles (EPACs) started. It's expected that it will take years to get to a world standard for electric bicycles.

LONDON, UK - Currently the London police and officers from the UK Trading Standards Institute are checking UK dealers if they are selling speed tuning ...

SHANGHAI, China - At the 24th China Cycle Show in Shanghai that closed its doors yesterday, talks started between the China Bicycle Association (CBA) ...

BRUSSELS, Belgium - The ECF's and the Cycling Industry Club's report that cycling is contributing € 200 billion per year to the European economy created ...
Tomorrow the European Two-Wheeler Retailers Association (ETRA) and the Light Electric Vehicles Association (LEVA) are organizing a seminar on EU rules ...

BRUSSELS, Belgium - All electric devices influence each other when interconnected or close to each other. Sometimes one may observe interference between ...