WELS, Austria - As the momentum in Pierer Mobility AG's core motorbike markets in the US and Europe has slowed significantly in 2024, the Austrian two-wheeler giant announced the implementation of a comprehensive package of measures. It also includes a realignment of the bicycle division. Compared to 2023, the Austrians are now assuming a double-digit motorbike and e-bike sales drop.
TAIPEI, Taiwan - Combining fashion and function, Roxim offers a wide portfolio of front and rear lights for different bicycle categories. At Taipei Cycle Show 2024, the Taiwanese company presented the new ZX5E featuring Oled technology.
GRENOBLE, France - French companies eBikeLabs and Vefaa have announced the creation of an e-bike equipped with eBikeOS technology, one of the first operating systems dedicated to e-bikes. Known as Bonjour Techno, the first prototypes of the e-bikes have been available since March. All units are assembled in Villeurbanne, at the 'Usine à vélo', an assembly factory for other French brands such as AddBike, Cyclik, Vepli and many others.
OSAKA, Japan - The financial consequences of high inventory in the market accelerated in the fourth quarter of last year for bicycle and parts manufacturers. Shimano even reports a year-on-year decline of 24.6% in revenue and a 52.3% drop in net profit. The figures Shimano projected for 2024 don't show a positive picture either.
As the popularity of e-bikes continues to surge, the importance of sustainable and efficient battery solutions becomes more obvious. When an e-bike battery breaks or starts to underperform, the standard approach has been dangerous repairs or complete replacement. However, with the introduction of the Cleantron Circular e-bike battery, a shift started. This battery is being developed in collaboration with VROEGH Design, a specialist in the design of micro-mobility.
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With the V10, BMZ group launches an innovative battery that combines pioneering capacity with innovative design. The V10 battery is created for every type of e-biker: from adventurous e-mountain bikers to e-trekking bikers. It can even be used for e-cargo transports. Take a closer look at the advantages of the most powerful e-bike battery on the market.
OSAKA, Japan - Once again, Shimano reported a major increase in net sales last year, despite the slowdown in bicycle sales compared to 2021. However, Shimano also raises its concern over the global market and forecasts a 20% decline in net sales for 2023 for the whole company.
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.
VILLORBA, Italy - Road bike brand Cicli Pinarello s.r.l. reported double digits increase in both turn-over and gross operating margin during its fiscal year 2021/2022 which closed 30 June. While others in the bicycle industry are struggling with the uncertainties in today economic situation, Pinarello announced it will accelerate its investment plan launched at the end of 2021.
Mando's new series hybrid drive system, the Mando Pedalrite, gives electric vehicles and e-cargo bikes a technological edge. An example is the collaboration with the Spanish company Scoobic. Consumers order more products online and expect faster deliveries - there has never been a time of greater change for the 'last mile' than now. The demand for e-commerce delivery will result in more delivery vehicles in inner cities, leading to a rise in both emissions and traffic congestion without effective intervention. This is one of several reasons why Mando Corporation made its grand entry into the bicycle industry 10 years ago.
COLOGNE, Germany - In a public statement, Europe's largest dealer cooperative ZEG, made a strong statement in favour of brick-and-mortar distribution. According to ZEG, "the current trend to focus on more online distribution by well-known brands poses a considerable threat and hazard to specialist dealers."
TAICHUNG, Taiwan - The Neco all in one handlebar, not only provides the convenience of quick installation, but also saves material like cables and wires to connect accessories, achieving the effect of both practicality and appearance.
KOBLENZ, Germany - Nike-man Nicolas de Ros Wallace took over the role as Canyon-CEO last March. He discussed his long term plans and goals for the successful e-commerce brand Canyon with Bike Europe. "The supply chain situation will continue to improve in the upcoming months."
HEERENVEEN, the Netherlands - The initial offer of the KKR-led consortium for the Accell Group's share was not welcomed by all parties involved. Especially the smaller shareholders were not content and felt being put under pressure to register their shares anyway. Now KKR will start legal buy-out proceedings in order to obtain 100% of the shares.
In the early 1980s, Michael Müllmann couldn't have known that indulging in his passion for BMX - by selling BMX bikes, organising races and supporting young riders - would lead to founding a firm and expanding it throughout Europe. His initial engagement, which still continues today with the Berlin BMX scene through his shop, was because he wanted to see "kids doing the right thing".
TALLINN, Estonia - The recent initial public offering on the Baltic First North market gave room for expansion of the Estonia cargo-bike manufacturer Hagen Bikes, also known as KP Cyclery. Recently the company launched three new models and expanded to Germany and France.
A&C Solutions supports e bike and e cargo bike manufacturers by developing customized cable harnesses and splitters with Higo connectors.
LONDON, England - Electric last-mile delivery vehicle provider, Zoomo, has raised an additional $20 mln (€17.5 mln) in its Series B funding round. The additional funds, which bring the total funding raised to date to over US $100 mln (€88 mln), will be used for product development and further market expansion.
DARMSTADT, Germany - IoT Venture GmbH, a software developer for e-bike GSP trackers, saw its revenue rise to €4.5 million in 2021. This equates to a tripling of the sales volume compared to the previous year which reflects the booming business of these tracking devices.
