As the e-bike industry prepares for the impending battery regulatory overhaul in the European Union, readyness and compliance are becoming increasingly important topics. Bike Europe has created a working timeline of key deadlines related to the battery regulations to support companies as they position themselves within the new framework.

Shimano started off 2026 by dropping its State of the Nation report, the first since it was discontinued in 2023. This report details the survey results from 25,000 Europeans across 25 nations, and highlights not only the consumer's cycling experience, but also a core shift in strategy for Shimano.

AMERSFOORT, the Netherlands - The new European Union guidelines on battery repairs will soon take effect, but whether the bicycle industry is sufficiently prepared remains to be seen. NOWOS founder Prins Doornekamp said he is surprised by the limited knowledge among both manufacturers and bicycle retailers.

SumUp is committed to helping small businesses succeed, and now they're bringing their simple, affordable payment solutions to the bike industry. Through a new partnership with bikebook, a leading platform for bike repair and maintenance, they are making it easier for bike shops to manage their business and get paid.

AMSTERDAM, The Netherlands - Retail giant Decathlon and KwikFit are starting a partnership in Amsterdam for the maintenance and repair of Decathlon bikes and e-bikes. The sports retailer has three stores in the capital, only two of which have bike repair workshops. Now, Decathlon customers can also visit the centrally located KwikFit location. If successful, a national roll-out is on the cards.

ROOSENDAAL, the Netherlands — The latest H&L Benchmark mapping the bicycle market in the Netherlands indicates a promising start to the year. The turnover increased by 4.1% in the first quarter of 2025. Last year, participating retailers also reported achieving a turnover increase in the first quarter. This was 5.2% compared to the first quarter of 2023.