Źródła, Poland - From their shared base on the outskirts of Wrocław, Ecobike and Mobility 1 have built a two-track operation: a consumer-facing brand and a production partner for external labels. It's a set-up that, in export manager Krystof Dobrowolski's view, plays to Poland's growing strengths as a hub for bicycle manufacturing while staying true to Ecobike's family roots.

MUNICH, Germany - With a very heavy lean towards the automotive sector despite a recent attempt to diverge to all forms of mobility, one voice stood out for the bicycle industry at this year's IAA as cars dominated the halls. "Germany has more than just a car industry. The bicycle industry and public transport are also strong players - and deserve political visibility and a level playing field," Sandra Wolff, CEO of Riese & Müller said during the 'Why diverse mobility is so important' session, which was moderated by Politico.

MÜHLTAL, Germany - The precarity of the United States market and ongoing tariff uncertainty has taken a toll once again, as Riese & Müller announced this week it will pause all US shipments and re-evaluate following the latest 50% steel tariffs, "and their implications."

BERLIN, Germany - Brose SE has completed the transfer of its e-bike drive business to Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. For the Japanese company, this acquisition is part of its efforts to establish a strong position for competitiveness and achieve the business growth outlined in its management plan. Yamaha paid approximately €30.6 million in cash for the e-bike operation.

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.

A new player is entering the European e-bike manufacturing scene. Phoenix Bicycle Europe has been established as a strategic joint venture between leading European and Chinese mobility companies. It is a new OEM electric bicycles manufacturer, backed by the legacy and industrial strength of Shanghai Phoenix Bicycle. The initiative aims to reshape the e-bike manufacturing landscape in Europe with a unique blend of heritage, innovation, and local production.