On April 30, 2009 the EN 15194 standard for Electronically Power Assisted Cycles (EPAC) was officially announced by the National Standards Boards (NSBs) ...

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BRUSSELS, Belgium - Last week the Technical Committee TC 333 met in Brussels to discuss the final details on the CEN standard for pedelecs. "Currently ...

HARTMANNSDORF, Germany - German bicycle manufacturer Diamant Fahrradwerke GmbH has concentrated on the German-speaking country market since its takeover by Trek Bicycle Corporation (aka Trek Group) in 2002. This year, celebrating its 140th anniversary, the East-German brand is also burgeoning in Benelux, the United Kingdom, Ireland and Poland.

FRANKFURT, Germany - DJI was one of the biggest newcomers on the e-bike market last year creating a lot of rumor during the tradeshows. What makes the e-bike market so interesting for this leading manufacturer of drones which generates a multi-billion revenue? The introduction into the e-bike market was put in the hands of drone pilot and DJI Product Experience Director Ferdinand Wolf.

西班牙，巴塞隆納（BARCELONA）－DJI產品體驗總監Ferdinand Wolf於二月接受本社採訪時表示：「2025年Eurobike上，我們的Avinox系統將會透過少數精品品牌亮相。」

TOKYO, Japan - The bicycle industry in Japan is known to function in isolation, apart from global trends. Domestic sales are largely dominated by low-value, Chinese-made bicycles. But the market is waking up, seeing the benefits of cycling as a means of transport and the positive side effects on health. "The Japan Bicycle Promotion Institute (JBPI) developed various initiatives to open up the market and take it to the next level, including an annual show and market data gathering," said Professor Tetsuya Komagata, President of the Japan Bicycle Promotion Institute (JBPI), in an interview with Bike Europe. Komagata has extensively studied the history of the Japan-China bicycle industry and offered his insights.

Eurobike is attracting a broader spectrum of companies than ever before. As the show heads toward its 33rd edition, it's not just bicycle manufacturers and component specialists setting up in Frankfurt. Increasingly, innovators from adjacent and even unrelated sectors are joining the Eurobike stage—bringing with them new materials, production methods, and perspectives that are reshaping the future of cycling.

TAICHUNG, Taiwan - The bicycle industry is starting to gain some traction again after two years of standstill. Taiwan's manufacturers are now starting to report increased earnings for the first quarter of this year. Profit margins remain under pressure, suggesting that OEMs are making significant efforts to revive market activity.

This key player in e-bike drive systems has unveiled the H730 hub motor, a groundbreaking innovation equipped with patented Gear Variable Transmission (GVT) technology. Designed to redefine urban commuting, the H730 integrates a 3-speed automatic gearbox that seamlessly adjusts gears based on riding speed, eliminating manual shifting while delivering a smooth, intuitive cycling experience.

德國，科布倫茲（KOBLENZ）－目前市場上充斥各種促銷戰，市場復甦時機也不斷後推，進一步影響投資基金對市場前景的看法。自行車市場在2020年達到高峰時，比利時投資控股公司Groupe Bruxelles Lambert（GBL）以4億歐元收購Canyon Bicycles超過50%的股份。根據GBL 2024財報顯示，這筆投資如今帳面價值僅剩2.6億歐元。

As market shares for e-bikes across Europe grow, so does the need for the correct regulatory framework to help this booming business thrive. This online magazine looks at the legal changes being made and what is on the horizon, including the new battery regulation which is aimed at developing a competitive and sustainable battery industry in Europe. Also, as a last mile delivery opportunity and eco-friendly alternative to a car, the relevance of the cargo bike is growing. A new European standard for this category is needed to help standardise the legal patchwork that exists throughout Europe.

Sustainability is becoming increasingly integrated into business practices in the bicycle industry. Be it at a manufacturing, distribution or company policy level, the bicycle industry is no longer resting on its laurels of having a 'green' product to sell to the public.

An area that is often overlooked in the e-bike industry is how electric assisted bicycles and tricycles can hugely benefit the elderly and those with disabilities. Carefully engineered e-bikes and e-trikes that are stable, secure and adapted to the specific needs of the rider can offer a relatively new and inclusive mode of transport.

As e-bike system innovation accelerates, Karmina introduces the HX200, a new mid-drive motor designed to deliver high-performance output in a compact, lightweight form. Designed for brands targeting the high-end e-bike market, the HX200 combines smooth pedal assist and ultra-quiet performance, making it ideal for premium e-MTB and gravel platforms. It is set to expand across a wide range of bike categories in the future.

FRANKFURT, Germany - The investors' lounge at Eurobike was introduced at the peak of the investors' enthusiasm for the e-bike industry. The sales boom in 2020-2021 made venture capitalists line up for the bicycle industry and poured millions into the industry across Europe. But those days are over, and investor behavior has changed.

台灣，台北－台灣海關針對自行車產業今年首4個月的數據顯示，經過數年全球市場停滯後，業界首次出現復甦跡象。受到高價值產品需求增加及平均售價提升所推動，2025年第一季電動自行車及零件出口皆為成長。不過，5月的初步出口數據顯示，這波成長並未持續。

COPENHAGEN, Denmark - The Danish bike sector is steadily growing these days, thanks to the ever-growing demand for e-bikes and the country's emphasis on living an active, health-conscious lifestyle.

BUDAPEST, Hungary - The Central European country Hungary is known in the industry as the location for the production facilities of Accell Hunland and Giant Manufacturing Hungary Ltd. In an exclusive interview, Róbert Sipiczki, president of the Association Hungarian Bicycle Producers and Traders (AHBPT) elaborates on the difficult local market situation due to limited sales with the most negative dynamics in the lower price brackets.

AMSTERDAM, the Netherlands - Yamaha unveiled its new PW-Link e-bike system at this year's Eurobike. The Japanese manufacturer made all its e-drive components interchangeable and fully connected, allowing e-bike manufacturers to specify the same frame with multiple PW-Link combinations and offer a greater variety of e-bike options to consumers. Fabio Marzola, Yamaha Motor Europe's Division Manager of eBike Drive Units & Systems, explains the company's position on the market and their opinion on regulatory issues in Europe.