The boss of Brompton Bicycle has predicted that 2025 will be another year of turmoil for the bike industry after profits at the British folding bicycle maker dived by more than 99% amid a wave of discounting by rivals. – Photo Brompton

Brompton hit by industry-wide challenges as profits drop 99%

LONDON, UK - When looking for an indication of how dire the current market situation is in the bike industry, look no further than the recent financial results of folding bike manufacturer, Brompton. The renowned British manufacturer has reported a dramatic decline in profits, plummeting from £10.7 million (€ 12.9 million) to just £4,602 (€ 5,543) for the fiscal year ending March 2024.

“The team’s entrepreneurial energy and dedication to innovation align perfectly with my vision for growing impactful brands,” said Tomi Viiala when introduced as advisor to the Board of Ahooga. – Photo Ahooga

Former Stromer CEO Tomi Viiala partners with Belgium Ahooga

BRUSSELS, Belgium - Folding bike specialist Ahooga has welcomed Tomi Viiala, former CEO of Stromer, as an advisor to the Board. Known for his instrumental role in transforming Stromer into the global leader in speed pedelecs, Viiala will support Ahooga in advising on driving strategic growth across Europe.

“Early 2024 we also had to wave the white flag and restructure to realign our company for the market recovery,” says Richard Thorpe on Youtube. - Photo Gocycle

Gocycle CEO: "We had to turn to crowdfunding to reboot our company"

LONDON, UK - Award-winning e-bike brand Gocycle has started a crowdfunding campaign to launch its new range of urban folding bikes. Founder and CEO of Gocycle owner Karbon Kinetics Ltd Richard Thorpe explains why he turned to this tentative way of funding, having founded the company already in 2002. "Institutional capital has fled most industries including bike companies, as well as small innovators like Gocycle."

Dr. Hon showcasing Speed Technology.

Dahon introduces Speed Technology for lighter, faster, and more...

Dahon, a global leader in folding bicycles, recently introduced a revolutionary Speed Technology, a frame design that enhances the frame stiffness of bicycles in such a way that improves riding efficiency and speed.

Dr David Hon: folding bike pioneer, enhancing the future of urban transportation

Dr David Hon: folding bike pioneer, enhancing the future of urban...

Folding bike manufacturer Dahon chaiman Dr. David Hon has developed a patented technology called Deltec for all new Dahon bikes. This technology empowers folding bikes with unmatched strength and speed, surpassing the performance of conventional mountain and road bikes on the market.

Hornback Founders Nishith Parikh & RajKumar Kewat have developed a full-sized diamond frame folding e-bike. - Photo Satnam Singh

Mahindra & Mahindra invests in Indian e-bike startup Hornback

HYDRABAD, India - Automotive giant Mahindra & Mahindra was among the first to invest in intelligent mobility solutions start-up Hornback. The new entrant is now introducing one of the world's first, full-sized diamond frame folding electric bicycles on the market, the X1.