As stakeholders in the US are still discussing whether an e-bike is a motorized bike or not and debating if eMTBs should have access to trails, the e-bike

MOSCOW, Russia - With Western sanctions and the ever-growing isolation of Russia in the international arena, serious pressure is being put on the country's bicycle industry. The shortage of bikes and a sharp rise in price of those bikes available are key problems the sector is currently facing. So where are the bikes and parts needed to support the industry currently coming from?

MUNICH, Germany - The organiser of the world's largest sporting goods show, ISPO Munich, presented its hybrid concept only a few weeks ago. But, organiser Messe München, has now u-turned and announced that the upcoming ISPO Munich will be completely digital from 1 to 5 February.

Since Yamaha launched the first production e-bike in 1993, the company has played an important role in transforming the two-wheeler industry. With the Power Assist System (PAS), Yamaha introduced a new dimension to the cycling experience, allowing riders to benefit from electric assistance without losing the feel of traditional cycling. Now, three decades later, Yamaha is introducing the PW-LINK system: a new concept in e-bike co-development that will benefit manufacturers, dealers, and riders.

ZEIST, the Netherlands - The European bicycle market ended up in the inevitable correction phase after the corona related sales boom. It goes without saying that this situation was expected, the question was only, when? While 2022 sales are lower than 2021 throughout the Europe's main markets, the e-bike continues to drive the market. What's happening?

With the increasing popularity and growing trend of e-bikes, bicycle system suppliers have set goals to optimise power and performance of their drive systems. In order to support the driver in the best possible way, sensors are needed to deliver the required data and therefore adapt the engine's power support. An essential component is the ZF e-bike sensor for measuring the current speed, which is based on Hall technology with significant advantages over conventional reed switches.

SEOUL, South Korea - South Korean battery maker Samsung SDI has said it will roll out solid-state batteries early next year in its pilot production line near Seoul. Solid-state batteries are regarded as 'next-generation products,' which experts point out are safer and more powerful than conventional lithium-ion batteries.

Connected e-bikes are the new standard in the bicycle industry now brands want to provide their customers a better mobility experience. By integrating an IoT product, the e-bike becomes a smartbike, capable of sending and receiving data as well as triggering actions remotely. After the electrification revolution, the connectivity revolution is leading bicycle assemblers to adapt and reinvent their offers and tools. To assist assemblers in assembling the connected bike, Velco has created a turnkey digital platform: Velco Assembly Assist.

CHICAGO, USA - Not for the first time, it is hinted that components manufacturer SRAM has developed an e-bike drive system. The American's have a sort of love-hate relationship with electric drive systems. After each attempt to enter the market, they went back to their roots. However, the rapidly growing e-MTB market in the US has changed this situation drastically.

LUDHIANA, India - Indian bicycle manufacturers are increasingly expanding their product range by adding e-bikes to their portfolios. While major bicycle OEMs like Hero, Avon & TI Cycles already have e-bikes/scooters in their range, mid-level brands as well as new e-bike start-ups are also eyeing the newly

BRUSSELS, Belgium - European importers are rapidly anticipating on the booming e-bike market. The influx of e-bikes from Asian exporting countries, increased this year by no less than 26% between January and August compared with 2020. At the same time, the average FOB price increased by 11.5% emphasising

SEATTLE, US - The North American cycling market is supercharged with a $154 million (€132 million) investment for the e-bike company Rad Power Bikes. This is the second investment round within 10 months, Rad Power already raised $150 million (€128 million) last February.

MUNICH, Germany - Is the supply chain problem really creating further opportunities for newcomers? The founding duo of the CIP Group are sure they've caught the right moment for their fledging micro-mobility platform Mocci. With their Smart Pedal Vehicle (SPV), they say they have not reinvented the bicycle or pedelec, but they have developed a new class of vehicle. What kind of e-cargo bike are they talking about? And for whom is it created?

FRANKFURT, Germany - The name change from 'Ebike the Original' to 'Ebike Advanced' by German e-bike supplier E Bike Advanced Technologies GmbH came together with the announcement of a sustainability strategy as well as the introduction of new products.

FÜRTH, Germany - The Daum-Group took back control over its well-known 'Moover' technology after the German e-step scooter maker Metz Mecatech GmbH applied for insolvency last August and was ultimately dissolved. The company Metz Mobility GmbH, which is part of the Daum-Group has reintroduced the 'Moover' e-step scooter and will also expand its product portfolio with a compact e-bike.

The world is going digital. More and more devices are connected to the internet or to each other. Digitalisation is increasingly shaping our everyday lives and changing our habits. Also smart cycling becomes a reality with the connected pedelec. Mobility, in particular, will benefit from networking.

PARIS, France - The British omni-channel company, Pure Electric, will open its first shop in France in Paris at the end of November. Damien Barilko has been named as Pure Electric France CEO and his mission will be to open several new shops in France over the next few years.

TOSZEG, Hungary - The Haibike AllMtn 7 was the 3 millionth unit that came off the production line at Accell Group factory in Hungary. Opened in 2001, Accell Hunland Kft. manufactures almost exclusively e-bikes today. Some 98.5% of the annual production of 270,000 units are e-bikes.

WASHINGTON, USA - The sales of e-bikes in the US are expected to be given a boost now that the Department of the Interior released final rules for electric bicycle use on public lands. This new regulation more clearly defines electric bicycles and no longer describes them as motor vehicles.

MUNDERFING, Austria - Spanish motorcycle manufacturer GasGas Motos S.a., which belongs to Pierer Mobility AG, is debuting with e-bikes in season 2021. The GasGas Bicycles brand rolls under the umbrella of Munderfing-based Pierer E-Bikes GmbH which is also managed by Pexco-MDs