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Vefaa has adopted the eBikeLabs technology eBikeOS. This software features embedded AI that reduces and enhances hardware components with software. - Photo Vefaa

Vefaa e-bike brand adopts eBikeLabs' operating system

GRENOBLE, France - French companies eBikeLabs and Vefaa have announced the creation of an e-bike equipped with eBikeOS technology, one of the first...

The assembly line is a new addition to the already large portfolio of Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Europe. – Photos Yamaha

Yamaha starts e-bike drive production in France

SAINT QUENTIN, France - In order to supply its European based e-bike manufacturers swiftly and with shorter lead times, Yamaha Motor Europe opened a...

Later this year, Alltricks plans to open a ninth store in Antibes, in the south of France, near Nice. – Photo Alltricks

Alltricks is moving forward in a tough market

MONTIGNY-LE-BRETONNEUX, France - The French Alltricks group has reported a 4% increase in sales last year despite the difficult conditions. "In 2023,...

The new appointment "marks a continuation in the relaunch and transformation of Mavic," says Jean-Michel Bourrelier. - Photos Mavic

Bourrelier Group appoints new managing director of Mavic

ANNECY, France - There is a new face at the helm of French component manufacturer Mavic. Having worked with Jean-Michel Bourrelier for more than five...

Gaya bikes & Velco - 5 reasons to connect your electric bikes

Gaya bikes & Velco - 5 reasons to connect your electric bikes

Gaya Bikes is a French e-bike brand with the aim of simplifying urban life, whether for individuals, couples, or families. As a Velco partner since...

In addition to doubling its bicycle production thanks to its brand-new factory, Arcade Cycles is committed to ensuring that the project sets an example in terms of sustainability. - Photo Arcade Cycles

Arcade Cycles doubles capacity with new French factory

LA ROCHE-SUR-YON, France - Last year bicycle manufacturer Arcade Cycles reached maximum capacity at its historical production facilities in La...

“We believe that our facility in Europe will be a key asset for Yamaha in the e-mobility sector,” says Patrice Maciejewski, President, Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Europe, previously known as MBK. - Photo Yamaha

Yamaha renames MBK production facility in France to YMME

SAINT QUENTIN, France - Yamaha Motor Europe has announced that its wholly-owned European manufacturing site in Saint Quentin, France, previously...

In three years, the Vélo Factory, operated by Cyclelab Group, should be able to produce 15,000 bikes across all segments. – Photo Cyclelab Group

Cyclelab opens OEM bicycle factory in France

L'ISLE-JOURDAIN, France - More and more bicycle factory initiatives are being launched in France. The latest is that of the Cyclelab Group located in...

The French market for e-bike connectors is on a roll 

The French market for e-bike connectors is on a roll

France is rapidly adopting e-bike trends that we have been seeing in other European countries for some time. Production of e-bikes in France (52%)...

The French Secretary General for Investment Bruno Bonnel (second from the right) visited the Valeo e-drive factory. – Photo Préfecture de la Vienne

Valeo steps up e-drive series production in 2024

CHATELLERAULT, France - For 2024 the French automotive and e-bike supplier Valeo projects to manufacture 500 drive units per week, or 25,000 for the...