TAIPEI, Taiwan - After a turbulent 2024 marked by decreased production volumes and excess inventory, Taiwan's bicycle industry is showing early signs of recovery. While orders remain cautious, Q1 2025 export data suggests a gradual rebound is underway, especially in the e-bike sector.

Tektro offers OEM manufacturers a portfolio of innovative braking systems that meet the requirements of models ranging from entry-level to high-performance. The structured product line allows for targeted selection of suitable solutions for different mountain bike categories and applications. The latest innovation in the range is the top model EVO Pro, which opens up new possibilities for individual brake customization thanks to an innovative pressure point adjustment (PAD — Pad Activation Dial).

TAIPEI, Taiwan - Mixed voices were heard about the state of affairs and future of the industry at the 2025 Taipei International Cycle Show. The unpredictable outlook for the business due to the US conflicted trade war has disrupted supply chain at an unprecedented level. The initial expectation was that Taipei Cycle 2025 would indicate the first signs of an industry moving in a positive direction again. While a series of fresh initiatives were rolled out to bolster the industry's role in ESG, advocacy and future mobility, an industry wide increase in the level of orders itself remained ambiguous.

TAIPEI, Taiwan - For the second year in a row the Bicycling Alliance for Sustainability (BAS) held a forum during the Taipei Cycle show to update the industry on the progress of the initiatives of its members. This year a focal point was the introduction of human rights code of conduct signed by all 82 members of the BAS to protect workers rights within the bicycle industry in Taiwan. The occasion was somewhat marred later in the day when a protest contradicted the progress being made.

TAIPEI, Taiwan - The Taipei Cycle Show 2025 officially opened today, with the theme of Ride the Revolution. With the country's manufacturing industry looking to rebuild after a couple of very challenging years, the organisers report optimistic attendance figures.

TAIPEI, Taiwan - The relevance of product award ceremonies at international trade shows has developed into a key communication topic. The Taipei Cycle d&i awards are a fixed event at the opening of the Taipei Cycle Show. After an intensive two-day selection process, Bike Europe sat down with four jury members and discussed how they evaluated the entries to recognise the award-winning innovations.