ZEIST, the Netherlands - It's been a busy year for the international bicycle industry. High demand for bicycles, notably e-bikes, driven by the COVID pandemic and the push for greener cities has brought high level investments. But, high shipping costs has brought high blood pressure for those trying to secure parts.
FRIEDRICHSHAFEN, Germany - Companies manufacturing, distributing or selling electric bikes in Europe may get lost in a maze of rules and regulations.
BRUSSELS, Belgium - The new type-approval for electric bikes became effective on 1 January 2016. Whereas e-bikes with assistance up to 25 km/h and a maximum continuous rated power up to 250 W come with a fairly informal "declaration of conformity", all other electric bicycles that are in the type-approval have to be delivered with a "certificate of conformity", which is fully regulated by the type-approval legislation.
BRUSSELS, Belgium - "Cycles with pedal assistance which are equipped with an auxiliary electric motor having a maximum continuous rated power of 0.25 ...
German insurance companies are apparently pushing for laws and regulations on e-bikes from which they can benefit now that electric bikes are becoming ...
The e-Bike industry in Europe as well as in China is targeted by governments to comply with new regulations. In Europe the discussion is currently on ...
This years Eurobike will see the launch of lots of e-Bikes with over 250 Watt motors. This raises questions on the legal framework for these vehicles. ...
BRUSSELS, Belgium - Today the members of the Technical Committee TC333 for bicycles are discussing at the Brussels office of the CEN, the European ...
COLOGNE, Germany - Georg Honkomp's decision to step down as chairman of German ZEG, Europe's largest dealer cooperative, had a big impact on the whole organisation. But what else can be expected after he was on the board of directors for more than three decades? The Honkomp era is over as the new board announced a sweeping change of leadership in most of ZEG's subsidiaries.
SCHRAMBERG, Germany - hGears AG faced a challenging 2024 fiscal year as declining demand and high inventory levels weighed on revenue and earnings. Despite the negative effects of 2024's economic slowdown and excess inventory struggles, hGears AG remains confident that its new cost and structural measures are having a positive effect.
LUXEMBURG - The European Public Prosecutor's Office reports that it has filed two separate indictments at the Court of Antwerp, Belgium for the evasion of customs duties on the importation of e-bikes from China. In both cases they are accused of presenting incorrect customs declarations in order to evade anti-dumping and countervailing duties.
ÁGUEDA, Portugal - 'Present and Future' is the theme of the international conference focused on the two-wheel sector next week on Wednesday, 28 May. Organised by ABIMOTA's Bike Value Innovation Centre Association, the one-day conference will highlight key industry innovations in Portugal as well as market developments in major European countries.
瑞士，格倫亨（GRENCHEN）－BMC Group宣布採取更大規模的重組策略，旨在降低成本並重回核心業務，其中包含全球裁員約40人。此舉是在面對當前重大經濟挑戰之下做出的決定，以確保公司維持競爭力。
In the field of bicycle technology, engineers and developers are continually tasked with improving the riding experience and optimizing component performance. This is particularly true in the road and gravel segments, where every second and every detail matter. In these areas, precise, reliable, and low-maintenance drivetrain systems are essential. The Vistar Powershift group from TRP responds directly to this need. It offers an innovative solution that not only pushes existing boundaries but also elevates the riding experience to new heights.
In 2025, the company celebrates a decade of progress, engineering, and commitment to redefining the e-bike experience. What began as an ambitious project rooted in Italian innovation has evolved into a recognised force in the e-bike industry. And with a clear mission: to become the first choice for European brands in the urban mobility segment.
The cancellation and postponement of leading trade fairs did not deter e-bike component developers from launching next generation products. In this buoyant growth market, product design is only accelerating, despite supply chain constraints as a result of Covid-19. E-bikes give the industry so much confidence that the outlook for the MY2021 is mostly positive.
FRANKFURT, Germany - Probably the most exclusive networking event at Eurobike brings together a very diverse mix of industry insiders and market followers. In a few years time, Pink Thursday has built a reputation as a unique space for exchange, inspiration and new connections.
Circular economy has been a popular term in the recent years because of the rise of the environmental awareness globally. If you google "circular economy", there are tons of the definitions that you can find online. By working together, SRAM and Velo give the term their own interpretation.
As the European bike industry adjusts to post-boom market realities, manufacturers face fluctuating demand, excess inventory, and pressure to optimise operations. Flexible, scalable assembly solutions are key to adapting production capacity up or down—ensuring resilience and efficiency in an unpredictable market.
美國加州，聖塔克魯茲（SANTA CRUZ）－由於發生多起電池起火事件，Santa Cruz Heckler 9車款已在全球發起召回。這家總部位於Santa Cruz、隸屬荷蘭運輸集團Pon Holdings的公司於五月首次發布召回通知，警告消費者該電動自行車的鋰電池有可能過熱，存在火災風險。
