The main topics in this edition: - Portugal's e-bike exports soar to record level - Eurobike's 'goodbye' to Friedrichshafen - European Union reforms competition law rules - High demand for e-bikes in Germany continues into 2021

LONDON, UK - Recent months have seen some startling predictions on cargo bike growth in the UK. Around 4,000 cargo bikes were sold in the UK last year according to the Bicycle Association of Great Britain (BAGB), with the numbers split around 50/50 between commercial and family/individual use.

奧地利，馬蒂霍芬（MATTIGHOFEN）－KTM Fahrrad GmbH目前正投資求進一步成長。該奧地利電動自行車製造商目標要將生產過程現代化並往永續發展。電動自行車隨著疫情熱銷，該公司將在這一階段注入3000萬歐元的資金。

FRIEDRICHSHAFEN, Germany - Battery expert James Post will address the safety and lifetime of e-bike batteries. "E-bike battery's safety the safety record is poor and the lifetime is short compared with other EV batteries," explains James Post.

Bafang introduces new H700 rear drive system for eCity segment - clean, compact and dynamic.

DOETINCHEM, the Netherlands - What will Eurobike 2021 bring? What are the new realities to be featured by the world's biggest bike show that opens its doors tomorrow? The pandemic created an all-new reality for the e-bike industry.

The Gates Carbon Drive booth at Eurobike 2021 will offer a glimpse into the rapidly growing market for advanced drivetrain technologies that improve reliability, enhance customer satisfaction, and offer belt driven mobility solutions. Gates will showcase a selection of the most exciting new belt drive bikes, e-bikes, and e-motos across many styles and categories.

MUNICH, Germany - In a month, the first edition of IAA Mobility show and event will host a special guest: German Chancellor Angela Merkel. IAA Mobility is presented as not just as a classic automobile trade fair, but as an all-encompassing mobility event at several locations in Munich.

MUNICH, Germany - The cycling boom the world is experiencing since 1,5 year has put the industry in the spotlight for a global audience. The market disruption in both supply and demand is unprecedented. What is the answer of the international bicycle industry and how can they benefit from this current cycling boom?

比利時，布魯塞爾（BRUSSELS）－歐洲自行車產業協會（CONEBI）最新公開資料應證了近幾月數國電動自行車和零配件產業描述的情況。歐盟和英國的（電動）自行車銷售創下20年來新高，躍升四成。

LOS ANGELES, USA - Shared e-scooter operator, Bird, is adding e-bikes to its fleet of shared micro-electric vehicles with the launch of Bird Bike. Currently operational with e-scooters in more than 250 cities globally, Bird will bring its new shared e-bikes and Smart Bikeshare platform to select European cities this year.

MILAN, Italy - Polini, a well-known Italian brand name in the motorcycles and scooter industry, has introduced the next generation of its E-P3 motor for e-bikes. Named the E-P3+ the mid-motor has been upgraded to offer a better performance.

英國，倫敦（London）－印度Hero Motors Company指派知名的Jeff Weiss作為歐洲分公司Hero International的新任CEO。Jeff Weiss從位於美國麥迪遜（Madison）的Saris Cycling跳槽到Hero International，他在業界已有20年的資歷，曾擔任Trek和Dorel Sports的資深職位。

Rotor, a premium bicycle components company from Spain, has traditionally focused on the aftersales market, producing parts for bikes that can easily be swapped out and adapted to fit a cyclist's personal needs. This year, however, after 30 years of successful global distribution, Rotor is ready to venture out further, shifting its focus to the OEM market.

SUZHOU, China - For e-drive manufacturer Bafang Electric (Suzhou) Co., Ltd, 2023 was a very challenging year. According to the company's financial report their performance was affected negatively due to geopolitical conflicts, inflation, slowing consumer demand and high inventory among their customers.

ZEIST, the Netherlands - The combination of economic and political challenges created difficult times for the international bicycle industry. However, for financial specialist Ralf Kindermann the component of green mobility still makes the bicycle industry highly attractive for investors. What other trends in the market, including the digitalisation in the supply chain, the current oversupply in combination with price increase and sustainability will lead the market this year?

Dahon, a global leader in folding bicycles, recently introduced a revolutionary Speed Technology, a frame design that enhances the frame stiffness of bicycles in such a way that improves riding efficiency and speed.

HYDRABAD, India - Automotive giant Mahindra & Mahindra was among the first to invest in intelligent mobility solutions start-up Hornback. The new entrant is now introducing one of the world's first, full-sized diamond frame folding electric bicycles on the market, the X1.

As the e-bike market continues to develop, the diversity of consumer needs has led to a proliferation of specialised bikes - be it agile city commuters, practical cargo bikes or versatile touring e-bikes. Amid this kaleidoscopic array of choices, one segment is rapidly rising to prominence: e-bikes powered by hub motors. AUTORQ, a company renowned for its torque-sensing technology, has emerged as an indispensable partner for companies venturing into this sector.

Goodyear continues to build momentum within the bicycle tire industry with significant quantifiable performance increases in its Ultra High-Performance Road tire range. Through a licensing collaboration with Rubber Kinetics Corp., Goodyear Bicycle Tires continues to cement its position within the global bicycle tire segment.