NUNSPEET, the Netherlands - Shimano Europe issued a voluntary recall of the mechanical disc brake calipers for road racing bikes.

MORGAN HILL, USA - After two incidents were reported, one involving a fall with facial injuries Specialized decided to recall some 2012 and 2013 model ...

At the start of the cycling season the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) sent out a reminder for consumers to check if their bicycle or ...

NEVERS, France - Breaking steel axles have resulted in a voluntary recall of Look pedals by Look Cycle USA. Some 40,000 pairs of the pedals concerned ...

WASHINGTON,USA (20 november) - Almost a quarter of a million bicycle helmets have been recalled because they failed to meet U.S. government impact ...

RESITA, Romania - After a gradual termination of the cooperation with sports retail giant, Decathlon on December 31, 2021, Romania bicycle assembler, NextCity had to rethink its future. According to the company, "they had assembled almost 4 million bicycles for Decathlon exclusively in the past 12 years."

CAMPIA, Portugal - Set up as a joint-venture by three Portuguese bicycle component producers and some partners, Carbon Team's new carbon frame factory in Portugal has started large-scale production. Bike Europe visited this new European carbon serial production facility,

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Interesting news from Recall Land. The safety of Apple's iPhone 12 has come under scrutiny, as per findings from French regulatory authorities. Their testing revealed that this particular smartphone model did not comply with the legal limits set for radiation emissions. This news is notable not only for the reported safety issue, but perhaps even more so for the safety issues that went unreported.

UTICA, United States - Another United States company has committed to reshoring manufacturing to create a "100% made-in-America" bike. E-bike manufacturer eBliss Global has announced a new facility in Utica, New York, with the financial backing of Empire State Development to the tune of $500,000 in performance-based Excelsior Jobs Program tax credits.

FRANKFURT, Germany - Brockhaus Technologies, the parent company of German bike leasing provider Bikeleasing-Service GmbH, has announced a projected revenue increase of 10-15% in 2025, targeting between €225-335 million. The company, which focuses on tech-driven business models, is in the midst of a pivot to becoming a broader multi-benefit platform.

STAVENGER, Norway - Podbike, the four-wheeled e-bike manufacturer, has announced its bankruptcy filing, citing an "extended period of financial constraints." The Norwegian company had previously capitalised on a niche in the e-bike market with its four-wheeled, human-powered e-bike that encased the driver in a small pod.

ARDOOIE, Belgium - Björn Gast was welcomed to the Curana leadership team this month as Head of Sales and Product, a move Curana says marks an important milestone for the manufacturing company. Curana touts itself as a leading developer of high-end bike accessories with over 40 years of industry experience, building its reputation for quality and design.

MILAN, Italy - Following a €500,000 round in 2023, Bikeroom - the Italian online marketplace for new and pre-owned bikes has closed off a new €3 million investment round. The funding will support the retailer's rapid European growth and help scale its commercial and technological infrastructure.

SUZHOU, China - Semi solid-state batteries are lightweight, fast-charging and offer enhanced safety giving them the potential to be a game-changer for the e-bike industry. At least this is the vision of Chinese manufacturer T&D who is developing a semi-solid state e-bike battery which provides 830Wh at only 3.2kg. Small-scale production is expected to commence this year.

MADRID, Spain - The Spanish bicycle industry closed 2024 with a decrease in turnover for the third consecutive year. In line with neighbouring markets, the turnover in the Spanish cycling sector remains above pre-pandemic levels but contracted by 6.5% in 2024, to €2.3 billion including parts and accessories. Revenue from e-bike and bicycle sales make up 56% of this total value at €1.3 billion in 2024.

TREVIGLIO, Italy - As Bianchi celebrates its 140th anniversary, the Italian brand is entering a new phase of growth under new leadership. The brand has announced the appointment of Alberto Cavaggioni as CEO to oversee the company's product innovation and international expansion, effective 17 March 2025.

LONDON, UK - The UK Government has accepted the recommendation to revoke anti-dumping and countervailing measures on imports of Chinese non-folding e-bikes to the UK. The measure which came into force from 7 February 2025 will open the market to cheaper e-bikes.

EINDHOVEN, The Netherlands - Shimano Europe is extending its cooperation with GXO, a company that manages outsourced supply chains and warehousing, to perform logistic services across Europe. The component manufacturer will now move its warehouse operations in Belgium to GXO's facility in Venray, the Netherlands.

TAIPEI, Taiwan - Taiwan exported 47% less e-bikes across 2024, the preliminary custom statistics show. With just under 365,000 units leaving the nation's shores in a year, this is the lowest volume since 2018. The export value also dropped 43% year-on-year meaning the economic ramifications must still be being felt throughout the supply chain.