Imagine a hub that shifts by itself. No gear cables, no display, no instructions needed for the rider. The A2 is an automatic two-speed hub that decides when to shift based on wheel speed alone. "A compelling proposition for city bikes, children's bikes and shared fleets — and for the bike shop that wants fewer service visits," says Johan Threels, technical specialist at Sturmey-Archer.

Road and gravel bikes are among the categories that have started the year with positive momentum across Europe and the United States, while others, like the eMTB category, have seen a more challenging picture. This and more are reflected in the latest results from the Shift Leaderboard market and brand-tracking tool, which analyses search volume for over 25,000 different terms.

Laka is continuing its aggressive expansion in the bike insurance business with its acquisition of UK specialist insurer VeloLife, marking the company's fourth acquisition since 2023. This is the company's first publicly announced deal tied to its recently expanded M&A (mergers and acquisitions) strategy.

After filing for insolvency in February 2026, Frog Bikes has secured a buyer to continue its legacy as the royally-endorsed United Kingdom kids' bike brand. The brand's acquisition has been confirmed by Frasers Group, a conglomerate owned by British billionaire Mike Ashley.

British bicycle manufacturer and industry barometer Halfords Group UK reports strong performance in its bicycle segment for FY26 (April 2025 - April 2026). The Group says sales have increased across its core industries of automotive, retail and leisure, but none have seen as much progress as its cycling division, which climbed 6.4%.

For the first time since 2020, the United Kingdom's cycling market has returned to growth in 2025, reports the UK Bicycle Association (BA). Total market value rose 5% year-on-year to reach just under £1.9 billion (€2.2 billion) in 2025, returning close to 2022 levels after several years of decline.