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Stay up to date with the latest electric bike and electric dirt bike news. We track new model launches, firmware updates, recall notices, and regulatory changes across the US and globally — so you don't have to sift through press releases yourself.

From Sur-Ron and Talaria reveals to municipal e-bike rebate programs and trail-access legislation, our coverage focuses on the stories that directly impact riders, commuters, and the broader EV two-wheel market.

Bismarck Sets Minimum Riding Ages for E-Bikes and E-Scooters
CurrentSep 11, 2026

Bismarck Sets Minimum Riding Ages for E-Bikes and E-Scooters

Bismarck adopted a minimum age of 12 for e-scooters and Class 1 and 2 e-bikes, and 16 for Class 3, plus new enforcement provisions.

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Atlanta's $1 Million E-Bike Rebate Returns: Fall 2026 Window, Income Tiers, and How the Lottery Works
CurrentSep 9, 2026

Atlanta's $1 Million E-Bike Rebate Returns: Fall 2026 Window, Income Tiers, and How the Lottery Works

Atlanta's e-bike rebate reopens Sept. 8-22, 2026 with $1,600/$1,100/$550 tiers and a random lottery. Here is what the official program page confirms.

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Zero Motorcycles Says DC Fast Charging Arrives in 2027. Here Is What Buyers Still Do Not Know
AgingSep 2, 2026

Zero Motorcycles Says DC Fast Charging Arrives in 2027. Here Is What Buyers Still Do Not Know

Zero Motorcycles says DC fast charging arrives in 2027 on some street and dual-sport bikes. Models, connector, power, retrofits, and price are unknown.

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Cleveland Launches $500 and $1,500 E-Bike Rebates: How the Pilot Works and What to Do Before September 1
AgingAug 26, 2026

Cleveland Launches $500 and $1,500 E-Bike Rebates: How the Pilot Works and What to Do Before September 1

Cleveland and Bike Cleveland announced a 100-rebate e-bike pilot on Aug. 24, 2026. Applications open September 1 at EBikeCleveland.com. What is confirmed.

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Elk Grove Approves E-Bike Sidewalk Ban and Keeps 15 mph Trail Limit
AgingAug 24, 2026

Elk Grove Approves E-Bike Sidewalk Ban and Keeps 15 mph Trail Limit

Elk Grove's City Council approved an ordinance on August 12, 2026 that bars e-bikes and e-scooters from most sidewalks and holds the trail limit at 15 mph.

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Urban Arrow's First Longtail Hits US and Canadian Dealers: What $6,999 Buys on the Breeze
AgingAug 17, 2026

Urban Arrow's First Longtail Hits US and Canadian Dealers: What $6,999 Buys on the Breeze

The Urban Arrow Breeze longtail cargo e-bike is now in North America with a Bosch Cargo Line motor, belt drive, and passenger kit. How its price compares.

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Batch eFT.3 Buyer Checklist: A 28 mph Fat Tire Commuter for Pavement
AgingAug 8, 2026

Batch eFT.3 Buyer Checklist: A 28 mph Fat Tire Commuter for Pavement

Electrek reports the Batch eFT.3 at $1,999 with 28 mph assist, a 720 Wh LG battery, and full commuter equipment. What the review establishes.

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Colorado's $1,000 E-Bike Rebate Is Back: What Buyers Should Do Before August 24
AgingAug 7, 2026

Colorado's $1,000 E-Bike Rebate Is Back: What Buyers Should Do Before August 24

Colorado is relaunching its e-bike rebate with $3 million for 2,800 income-qualified residents. What the program covers and how to prepare by August 24.

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LiveWire Got an NYSE Share Price Warning. What It Actually Means If You Are Shopping for the Bike
AgingAug 6, 2026

LiveWire Got an NYSE Share Price Warning. What It Actually Means If You Are Shopping for the Bike

LiveWire disclosed a July 23, 2026 NYSE deficiency notice for trading under $1.00. It is a warning with a six month cure window, not a delisting.

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NYC Sends Cease-and-Desist Orders to 42 Online Retailers Over Illegal E-Bikes and Scooters
AgingAug 6, 2026

NYC Sends Cease-and-Desist Orders to 42 Online Retailers Over Illegal E-Bikes and Scooters

Mayor Mamdani's office ordered 42 online retailers to stop selling overpowered e-bikes and scooters into NYC. What the wattage, speed, and VIN limits mean.

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Grand Haven Passes Ordinances to Ban E-Bikes and E-Scooters From Its Harbor Boardwalk and Limit Summer Sidewalk Riding Downtown
AgingAug 5, 2026

Grand Haven Passes Ordinances to Ban E-Bikes and E-Scooters From Its Harbor Boardwalk and Limit Summer Sidewalk Riding Downtown

Grand Haven's city council passed ordinances banning e-bikes and e-scooters from its 1.5 mile harbor boardwalk and adding summer sidewalk limits downtown.

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NYC Council Sets September 30 E-Bike and E-Scooter Safety Hearing: What Riders Should Watch
AgingAug 5, 2026

NYC Council Sets September 30 E-Bike and E-Scooter Safety Hearing: What Riders Should Watch

The City Council set a September 30 hearing on over a dozen e-bike and e-scooter bills. Nothing has passed yet. What each proposal would change for riders.

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Segway MAX G3 Plus Preorder: What the Bigger Battery and New Range Math Actually Mean
AgingAug 5, 2026

Segway MAX G3 Plus Preorder: What the Bigger Battery and New Range Math Actually Mean

Segway's MAX G3 Plus commuter scooter is up for preorder with a 717 Wh battery, a 56-mile low-power range claim under a revised test, and new ICBS braking.

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Stark Future Says It Turned a Profit in H1 2026. What That Does and Does Not Tell VARG Buyers
AgingAug 5, 2026

Stark Future Says It Turned a Profit in H1 2026. What That Does and Does Not Tell VARG Buyers

Stark Future reports EUR 86 million in H1 2026 revenue, positive EBITDA, and 8,124 bikes delivered. Why these unaudited figures matter to VARG buyers.

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Kona's Updated El Kahuna Trekking E-Bike: What the Spec List Confirms and What It Leaves Out
AgingAug 4, 2026

Kona's Updated El Kahuna Trekking E-Bike: What the Spec List Confirms and What It Leaves Out

Kona repositioned the El Kahuna as a do-it-all trekking hardtail with a Bosch mid-drive and 625Wh battery. What the launch confirms and what to ask.

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New York's AG Warns That Overpowered Machines Sold as E-Bikes Are Illegal: The Buyer's Label Check
AgingAug 4, 2026

New York's AG Warns That Overpowered Machines Sold as E-Bikes Are Illegal: The Buyer's Label Check

Attorney General Letitia James says selling vehicles as e-bikes when they exceed New York's speed or power limits violates state law. The label check.

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Segway's Xyber Air Gets a Name and a Presale Date, But Not a Price: A Buyer's Read
AgingAug 4, 2026

Segway's Xyber Air Gets a Name and a Presale Date, But Not a Price: A Buyer's Read

Segway revealed the street-focused Xyber Air with selectable Class 1, 2, and 3 operation and an August 13 presale, but no price. What is confirmed so far.

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Aniioki A9 Pro Max Buyer Check: The Classification, Insurance, and Battery Questions to Settle Before You Order
AgingAug 3, 2026

Aniioki A9 Pro Max Buyer Check: The Classification, Insurance, and Battery Questions to Settle Before You Order

Aniioki's A9 Pro Max has pedals, dual motors claimed at 6,000W peak, and a claimed 40 to 45 mph. That is not a Class 1, 2, or 3 e-bike. What to confirm.

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Jacksonville's Proposed E-Bike Rules: What Ordinance 2026-0570 Would Change, and What Is Already Law
AgingAug 3, 2026

Jacksonville's Proposed E-Bike Rules: What Ordinance 2026-0570 Would Change, and What Is Already Law

Jacksonville is weighing a 10 mph sidewalk cap, an under-11 age floor, an under-16 helmet rule, and a passenger ban for e-bikes. The bill is in committee.

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VinFast Opens 21 Philippine Showrooms and Promises 30,000 Swap Cabinets: What a Buyer Can Actually Bank On
AgingAug 3, 2026

VinFast Opens 21 Philippine Showrooms and Promises 30,000 Swap Cabinets: What a Buyer Can Actually Bank On

VinFast says it opened 21 electric motorcycle showrooms in the Philippines with the Evo, Feliz II, and Viper. What has opened versus what is only planned.

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Royal Enfield's Flying Flea C6 Now Has 11 Bengaluru Touchpoints: What That Does and Doesn't Prove
AgingAug 2, 2026

Royal Enfield's Flying Flea C6 Now Has 11 Bengaluru Touchpoints: What That Does and Doesn't Prove

Royal Enfield expanded Flying Flea C6 retail and service points in Bengaluru to 11, per Visordown and Autocar India. What a hub-and-spoke rollout signals.

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Also TM-B Bikes Start Shipping to a US Warehouse: The Buyer Check (2026)
AgingAug 1, 2026

Also TM-B Bikes Start Shipping to a US Warehouse: The Buyer Check (2026)

Also's TM-B started shipping to a US warehouse after months of delays, per TechCrunch. What reservation holders should confirm on trim, price, and refunds.

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Two Aventons, One $1,299 Price: How to Choose Between the Level 3 and Pace 4
AgingAug 1, 2026

Two Aventons, One $1,299 Price: How to Choose Between the Level 3 and Pace 4

Aventon's Level 3 commuter and Pace 4 step-through cruiser both hit $1,299 in a reported flash sale. How to pick the right one, and what to verify first.

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Lectric Says It Just Crossed $1 Billion in Sales. Here Is What That Actually Proves
AgingAug 1, 2026

Lectric Says It Just Crossed $1 Billion in Sales. Here Is What That Actually Proves

Lectric eBikes says it hit $1 billion in Shopify sales and its 750,000th unit on the same day. What Electrek reports, and what is only a company claim.

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Juiced Scrambler: Reading a Revived Brand's $1,699 Moto-Style E-Bike Before You Order
AgingJul 31, 2026

Juiced Scrambler: Reading a Revived Brand's $1,699 Moto-Style E-Bike Before You Order

Juiced is back and the Scrambler starts at $1,699. Electrek now reports a $1,999 dual-battery Hardtail claiming 120 miles. What buyers still must verify.

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Kansas City's New E-Bike, Micro-Mobility, and Electric Motorcycle Rules: What Passed and When It Starts
AgingJul 31, 2026

Kansas City's New E-Bike, Micro-Mobility, and Electric Motorcycle Rules: What Passed and When It Starts

Kansas City passed new e-bike rules: 15 mph on sidewalks, 20 mph on paths, helmets under 18, Class 3 age limits, a label presumption, and a 120 day delay.

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Mondraker's 2nd-Gen Dusty Drops the Hub Motor: Reading the RR, R, and S Builds
AgingJul 31, 2026

Mondraker's 2nd-Gen Dusty Drops the Hub Motor: Reading the RR, R, and S Builds

The new Mondraker Dusty e-gravel bike switches to a TQ-HPR60 mid-drive. Here is what the launch actually confirms about the RR, R, S 580, and S 360 builds.

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Scott Sweep 10 vs Sweep 20 vs Sweep 20 Wave: Sorting Out Scott's New Commuter E-Bikes
AgingJul 31, 2026

Scott Sweep 10 vs Sweep 20 vs Sweep 20 Wave: Sorting Out Scott's New Commuter E-Bikes

Scott's new Sweep city e-bikes run Bosch Hub Line motors and 360Wh batteries. What the launch confirms, and the price, weight, and range gaps left open.

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Coeur d'Alene Is Ticketing Pedal-Less 'E-Bikes' on City Trails: Check the Cranks Before You Ride
AgingJul 30, 2026

Coeur d'Alene Is Ticketing Pedal-Less 'E-Bikes' on City Trails: Check the Cranks Before You Ride

Coeur d'Alene is warning and ticketing riders on pedal-less electric bikes on trails and the waterfront. Idaho's e-bike definition starts with pedals.

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Everett's New E-Bike and Scooter Rules: Where You Can Ride, Who Needs a Helmet, What It Costs
AgingJul 30, 2026

Everett's New E-Bike and Scooter Rules: Where You Can Ride, Who Needs a Helmet, What It Costs

Everett approved new e-bike and e-scooter rules: Class 3 access limits, downtown sidewalk bans, helmet rules by age, and $50 to $150 fines. Per KOMO.

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Pittsburgh's E-Bike Rules Now Change at the Township Line: Harrisburg Sets the Street, Each Municipality Decides Its Own Parks
AgingJul 30, 2026

Pittsburgh's E-Bike Rules Now Change at the Township Line: Harrisburg Sets the Street, Each Municipality Decides Its Own Parks

Seven Pittsburgh-area municipalities have passed or weighed e-bike rules for land they own. What is enacted, what was tabled, and what state law says.

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Riverhead's E-Bike and E-Scooter Rules: Age 16, Helmets, and Class 1 or 2 Only
AgingJul 30, 2026

Riverhead's E-Bike and E-Scooter Rules: Age 16, Helmets, and Class 1 or 2 Only

Riverhead, N.Y. police describe the town's Chapter 213 rules: a 16-and-up age floor, helmets for everyone, Class 1 and 2 only, and fines up to $500.

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Huffy Quantis Kids eBike: $899.99, and the Official Page Contradicts Itself on Wheel Size
AgingJul 29, 2026

Huffy Quantis Kids eBike: $899.99, and the Official Page Contradicts Itself on Wheel Size

Huffy's Quantis Kids eBike lists at $899.99 with a 250W motor and a 15 mph cap. What families should confirm on wheel size, fit, local law, and service.

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Orange County's School E-Bike Rule Turns on a Driver's License, Not on What the Bike Is
AgingJul 29, 2026

Orange County's School E-Bike Rule Turns on a Driver's License, Not on What the Bike Is

Orange County's school board approved rules barring students without a license or learner's permit from bringing e-bikes or e-scooters to campus, per WKMG.

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Dorado's V3 Claims a 7.2 kWh Swappable Battery for $10,499. Here Is What a Buyer Should Verify First
AgingJul 28, 2026

Dorado's V3 Claims a 7.2 kWh Swappable Battery for $10,499. Here Is What a Buyer Should Verify First

Dorado V3 electric dirt bike claims 48 hp, 80 mph, and a swappable 7.2 kWh pack at $10,499. What to confirm on packs, warranty, delivery, and service.

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Tenways Ago Performance Buyer Takeaways: What Cycling Electric Found on Tenways' First Bosch E-Bike
AgingJul 28, 2026

Tenways Ago Performance Buyer Takeaways: What Cycling Electric Found on Tenways' First Bosch E-Bike

Cycling Electric rode the Tenways Ago Performance, a belt-drive Bosch commuter at GBP 2,999. What its findings mean for fit, weight, gearing, and service.

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Veo Puts a Shared Electric Trike on Denver Streets: What Riders Can Actually Try Now
AgingJul 28, 2026

Veo Puts a Shared Electric Trike on Denver Streets: What Riders Can Actually Try Now

Veo launched 50 Rover electric trikes in downtown Denver with a 10 mph cap and cargo baskets. What Veo confirms, what it has not published, how to ride.

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E-Bike Motor Rebuild or New Drive Unit? The 2026 Ownership Math
AgingJul 27, 2026

E-Bike Motor Rebuild or New Drive Unit? The 2026 Ownership Math

A specialist shop is reframing e-bike motor repair. Per Canadian Cycling Magazine: warranty first, then a rebuild instead of a whole new drive unit.

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Trek Caps Its eMTBs at Class 1: What the Speed Limit Means for Riders
AgingJul 27, 2026

Trek Caps Its eMTBs at Class 1: What the Speed Limit Means for Riders

BikeRadar reports Trek is voluntarily limiting US eMTBs to Class 1 (20 mph, no throttle) while keeping Class 3 pavement bikes at 28 mph. What that means.

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Garden City Greenbelt E-Bike Rules Turn on What Your Bike Can Do, Not Its Wattage
AgingJul 26, 2026

Garden City Greenbelt E-Bike Rules Turn on What Your Bike Can Do, Not Its Wattage

Garden City, Idaho restricts high-speed electric vehicles on the Boise River Greenbelt. Per KIVI and police, capability past 28 mph is the e-bike line.

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London Police Have Seized More Than 2,500 Illegal E-Bikes and E-Scooters in 2026 (UK Enforcement Explained)
AgingJul 26, 2026

London Police Have Seized More Than 2,500 Illegal E-Bikes and E-Scooters in 2026 (UK Enforcement Explained)

The Met have passed their full-year 2025 seizure total, using roadside dyno checks against a 15.5 mph assist limit. What UK riders should verify.

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Kingbull Discover ST 2.0 Buyer Takeaways: What Electrek's Ride Report Says About the $1,119 Fat-Tire E-Bike
AgingJul 25, 2026

Kingbull Discover ST 2.0 Buyer Takeaways: What Electrek's Ride Report Says About the $1,119 Fat-Tire E-Bike

Electrek rode the Kingbull Discover ST 2.0 and found natural torque-sensor assist and solid brakes at $1,119. What buyers should check before ordering.

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Massachusetts Senate Passes Proposed E-Bike and Scooter Speed Tiers (Not Law Yet)
AgingJul 25, 2026

Massachusetts Senate Passes Proposed E-Bike and Scooter Speed Tiers (Not Law Yet)

The Massachusetts Senate passed a proposed speed-tier framework for e-bikes and scooters on July 23, 2026. It is not law yet. What riders should check now.

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ENVO UPT: An 18-in-1 Modular Electric Utility Vehicle You Configure Yourself, and What to Verify Before Pre-Ordering
AgingJul 24, 2026

ENVO UPT: An 18-in-1 Modular Electric Utility Vehicle You Configure Yourself, and What to Verify Before Pre-Ordering

ENVO's modular UPT promises up to 18 light electric vehicle configurations from one platform, per Electrek. Reported pricing, timing, and what to verify.

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Lectric XP4 750 Buyer Takeaways: What SFGATE's Several-Week Test Says About the $1,300 Folder
AgingJul 24, 2026

Lectric XP4 750 Buyer Takeaways: What SFGATE's Several-Week Test Says About the $1,300 Folder

SFGATE's several-week Lectric XP4 750 test found smooth torque-sensor assist, strong hill power, and a 71 lb problem. What buyers should weigh first.

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LiveWire Sold 267 Electric Motorcycles in Q2 2026. Buyers Should Still Watch the $18 Million Operating Loss
AgingJul 24, 2026

LiveWire Sold 267 Electric Motorcycles in Q2 2026. Buyers Should Still Watch the $18 Million Operating Loss

LiveWire's SEC-filed Q2 2026 results show motorcycle sales up 386% to 267 units, a flat $18 million operating loss, and $52.9 million in cash on hand.

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Panama City Beach Weighs a 10 mph Sidewalk Limit for Class 1 E-Bikes, With a Second Reading Expected in Early August
AgingJul 24, 2026

Panama City Beach Weighs a 10 mph Sidewalk Limit for Class 1 E-Bikes, With a Second Reading Expected in Early August

Panama City Beach heard the first reading of proposed e-bike rules: a 10 mph sidewalk cap for Class 1 bikes, bike lanes for the rest. Nothing is law yet.

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Fox Transfer Neo E-Optimized: One Less Battery to Charge, but Only Three Specialized Levo Models Can Run It
AgingJul 23, 2026

Fox Transfer Neo E-Optimized: One Less Battery to Charge, but Only Three Specialized Levo Models Can Run It

Fox's new wire-powered dropper ditches the Transfer Neo's separate battery, per BikeRumor. Pricing, the Specialized Levo-only launch, and who should buy.

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Segway's Next Generation Xyber Aims for Class 1, 2, and 3 Operation: What the Teaser Tells Buyers
AgingJul 23, 2026

Segway's Next Generation Xyber Aims for Class 1, 2, and 3 Operation: What the Teaser Tells Buyers

Segway told Electrek its next generation Xyber is being built for selectable Class 1, 2, and 3 operation. What is confirmed and what to verify.

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Specialized S-Works Levo R Ultralight: 41.5 lb of Full Power, and What the Diet Costs You
AgingJul 22, 2026

Specialized S-Works Levo R Ultralight: 41.5 lb of Full Power, and What the Diet Costs You

Specialized claims its S-Works Levo R Ultralight weighs 18.8 kg with a full 850W drive unit. The range, durability, and cost math behind that number.

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California E-Bike Collision Reports Jumped From 2 to 1,506 in Six Years. Here Is What That Number Does and Does Not Mean
AgingJul 21, 2026

California E-Bike Collision Reports Jumped From 2 to 1,506 in Six Years. Here Is What That Number Does and Does Not Mean

A UC San Diego review of CHP collision records from 2018 through 2024 shows rising e-bike injury reports, younger injured riders, and more severe outcomes.

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Pedego Ridge Rider 2 and Latch 2: What Buyers Should Weigh Before the Introductory Price Ends
AgingJul 21, 2026

Pedego Ridge Rider 2 and Latch 2: What Buyers Should Weigh Before the Introductory Price Ends

Pedego's new Ridge Rider 2 and Latch 2 pair dealer assembly and a five-year warranty with lower prices. What to compare on weight, range, and class.

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Sodium-Ion E-Bike Batteries: Promising Chemistry, but Not Coming to Your Frame Tube Soon
AgingJul 20, 2026

Sodium-Ion E-Bike Batteries: Promising Chemistry, but Not Coming to Your Frame Tube Soon

Electrek reports sodium-ion packs could bring lower cost and better thermal stability, but the energy density gap versus lithium keeps them off e-bikes.

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E-Bike or E-Moto? Where Colorado Draws the Line, and Why Buyers Should Check Before They Ride
AgingJul 19, 2026

E-Bike or E-Moto? Where Colorado Draws the Line, and Why Buyers Should Check Before They Ride

Colorado's e-bike vs e-moto line explained: CDOT and Arapahoe County guidance on classes, wattage, speed, licensing, and what to check before you buy.

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Are eMTB Riders Cheating? What One Skeptic's Amflow Conversion Tells Buyers
AgingJul 19, 2026

Are eMTB Riders Cheating? What One Skeptic's Amflow Conversion Tells Buyers

A longtime eMTB skeptic at The Verge changed his mind on an Amflow PX Carbon Pro. What his account shows buyers, what stays subjective, and what to check.

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HMP Flash: A 75 mph Electric Scooter From $4,799, With Motorcycle Rules Attached
AgingJul 19, 2026

HMP Flash: A 75 mph Electric Scooter From $4,799, With Motorcycle Rules Attached

HMP's new Flash electric scooter lists 75 mph and a 70 mile company-tested range from $4,799. The license, battery, and charging realities for US buyers.

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Segway Xaber 300 Buyer Takeaways: What Electrek's Month of Riding Found on the $5,299 E-Moto
AgingJul 18, 2026

Segway Xaber 300 Buyer Takeaways: What Electrek's Month of Riding Found on the $5,299 E-Moto

Electrek's month on the Segway Xaber 300 found Marzocchi suspension, serious software, and a $5,299 price. What one review does and does not prove for you.

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Lectric XPress2 Buyer Takeaways: What BikeRumor's Weeks of Testing Say About the $1,399 Commuter
AgingJul 17, 2026

Lectric XPress2 Buyer Takeaways: What BikeRumor's Weeks of Testing Say About the $1,399 Commuter

BikeRumor's weeks-long Lectric XPress2 test found a quieter, smoother $1,399 commuter. What switchable sensors, class settings, and weight mean for buyers.

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n+ Launches Volkswagen-Licensed Smart E-Bikes With a Rear-View Camera, Radar Blind-Spot Alerts, and a Glasses HUD
AgingJul 17, 2026

n+ Launches Volkswagen-Licensed Smart E-Bikes With a Rear-View Camera, Radar Blind-Spot Alerts, and a Glasses HUD

n+ unveils Volkswagen-licensed Sports and Crossover e-bikes with a rear-view camera, radar blind-spot alerts, and a glasses HUD, with reported pricing.

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Hawaii's HB2021 Adopts the Three-Class E-Bike System and Bans E-Motos From Bike Lanes, Streets and Sidewalks
AgingJul 16, 2026

Hawaii's HB2021 Adopts the Three-Class E-Bike System and Bans E-Motos From Bike Lanes, Streets and Sidewalks

Hawaii's new HB2021 law adopts the three-class e-bike system and bars e-motos from bike lanes, streets, and sidewalks. What riders and buyers need to know.

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Infinite Machine's $3,495 Olto Ships as a Class 2 E-Bike, Weighs a Reported 175 lb, and Leaves the Legal Call to You
AgingJul 16, 2026

Infinite Machine's $3,495 Olto Ships as a Class 2 E-Bike, Weighs a Reported 175 lb, and Leaves the Legal Call to You

Electrek's hands-on puts the $3,495 Infinite Machine Olto at about 175 lb with a 36 mph app unlock. What buyers should check before riding or unlocking it.

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Momentum's Giant-Backed Vida E+ EX Commuter Adds Cruise Mode and an Optional Throttle at $1,985
AgingJul 15, 2026

Momentum's Giant-Backed Vida E+ EX Commuter Adds Cruise Mode and an Optional Throttle at $1,985

Momentum's Vida E+ EX commuter e-bike brings a 500 W SyncDrive hub motor, Cruise Mode, and a 700 Wh battery for $1,985, but its class rating is unsettled.

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Tern's Redesigned HSD Gen 3 Compact Cargo E-Bike Starts at $4,999 With Bosch Gen 5 and a 419 lb Load Rating
AgingJul 15, 2026

Tern's Redesigned HSD Gen 3 Compact Cargo E-Bike Starts at $4,999 With Bosch Gen 5 and a 419 lb Load Rating

Tern's HSD Gen 3 compact cargo e-bike starts at $4,999 with Bosch Gen 5, a 419 lb load rating, and small-footprint storage. Who it is for.

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Free E-Bike Demo Days in Marquette, Michigan Run Through July 18, 2026
AgingJul 14, 2026

Free E-Bike Demo Days in Marquette, Michigan Run Through July 18, 2026

Lakeshore Bike in Marquette, Michigan is offering free two-to-three-hour e-bike test rides through Saturday, July 18, 2026, with marked-down demo bikes.

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Watertown, N.Y. Now Requires E-Bike Helmets and Bans E-Bikes From Sidewalks (2026)
AgingJul 14, 2026

Watertown, N.Y. Now Requires E-Bike Helmets and Bans E-Bikes From Sidewalks (2026)

Watertown, New York passed new e-bike safety rules requiring helmets and keeping e-bikes off sidewalks, with fines up to $300. What riders need to know.

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North Carolina's New Three-Class E-Bike Law Takes Effect Dec. 1, 2026
AgingJul 13, 2026

North Carolina's New Three-Class E-Bike Law Takes Effect Dec. 1, 2026

North Carolina adopted a statewide three-class e-bike system under House Bill 1094. What changes Dec. 1, who needs a helmet, and where local rules apply.

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Folsom Police Run E-Bike and E-Motorcycle Enforcement Operation: 8 Citations, 2 E-Motorcycles Towed
AgingJul 10, 2026

Folsom Police Run E-Bike and E-Motorcycle Enforcement Operation: 8 Citations, 2 E-Motorcycles Towed

Folsom police cited 8 riders and towed 2 illegally operated e-motorcycles in a week of enforcement. Why the e-bike vs motor vehicle line matters.

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Urbandale, Iowa Proposes E-Bike Rules for Sidewalks and Trails, With a First Council Vote Expected July 21
AgingJul 10, 2026

Urbandale, Iowa Proposes E-Bike Rules for Sidewalks and Trails, With a First Council Vote Expected July 21

Urbandale is proposing rules that would ban motors over 750 watts on sidewalks, trails, and green spaces. Nothing is law yet. What riders should know.

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New Jersey's E-Bike License, Registration, and Helmet Rules Become Enforceable Sunday. Here Is What Riders Must Do Now
ArchivedJul 9, 2026

New Jersey's E-Bike License, Registration, and Helmet Rules Become Enforceable Sunday. Here Is What Riders Must Do Now

New Jersey's e-bike law becomes enforceable Sunday, July 19, 2026. Licensing, registration, insurance, age, and helmet rules, and what riders should do.

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A Teen's Death at Seattle's Colonnade Park Puts Washington's E-Bike Rules Review in Sharp Focus
ArchivedJul 9, 2026

A Teen's Death at Seattle's Colonnade Park Puts Washington's E-Bike Rules Review in Sharp Focus

A 14-year-old died riding an electric motorized bike at Seattle's I-5 Colonnade. What happened, what Washington's SB 6110 work group is reviewing.

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Trek Enters the Throttle Fat Tire Game With the Borrego+ and Borrego+ S
ArchivedJul 9, 2026

Trek Enters the Throttle Fat Tire Game With the Borrego+ and Borrego+ S

Trek has launched the Borrego+ and Borrego+ S, throttle-enabled fat tire e-bikes with a 750W hub motor and 720 Wh battery. What dealer backing means.

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Ariel Rider's New MUDD 72V Is a 65 MPH 'Private Property Bike,' Not an E-Bike. Here Is What That Means Before You Pre-Order
ArchivedJul 8, 2026

Ariel Rider's New MUDD 72V Is a 65 MPH 'Private Property Bike,' Not an E-Bike. Here Is What That Means Before You Pre-Order

Ariel Rider opened pre-orders for the MUDD 72V, with a reported 8,000W peak motor and 65+ mph top speed. It is not a Class 1, 2, or 3 e-bike.

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Amazon and UL Win Injunction Over Fake UL Certification Claims on E-Bikes and E-Scooters
ArchivedJul 7, 2026

Amazon and UL Win Injunction Over Fake UL Certification Claims on E-Bikes and E-Scooters

A federal court consent judgment bars five companies from using counterfeit UL certification marks on e-bikes and e-scooters sold on Amazon. What it means.

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Honda's First Full-Size Electric Motorcycle, the WN7, Lands in European Dealers
ArchivedJul 7, 2026

Honda's First Full-Size Electric Motorcycle, the WN7, Lands in European Dealers

The Honda WN7 is in European dealers at £12,999 in the UK, with 67 hp, an 87-mile claimed range, and CCS2 fast charging. No US plans are announced yet.

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Jasion Hunter Pro Review Roundup: A $999 Folding Fat Tire E-Bike With Full Suspension
ArchivedJul 6, 2026

Jasion Hunter Pro Review Roundup: A $999 Folding Fat Tire E-Bike With Full Suspension

Electrek reviewed the Jasion Hunter Pro, a $999 folding fat tire e-bike with full suspension, a 720Wh battery, and Class 3 speeds. What to know first.

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Eurobike 2026: The E-Bike Trends That Actually Matter for Riders
ArchivedJul 5, 2026

Eurobike 2026: The E-Bike Trends That Actually Matter for Riders

Electrek's tour of Eurobike 2026 surfaced hidden-suspension commuters, pedal-by-wire drivetrains, cargo quads, and light folders. What US buyers gain.

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Florida Vetoes E-Bike Sidewalk Speed Bill After Legislature Approval
ArchivedJul 5, 2026

Florida Vetoes E-Bike Sidewalk Speed Bill After Legislature Approval

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis vetoed SB 382, which would have set a 10 mph e-bike limit around pedestrians on sidewalks and created a safety task force.

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Gobao's X1P Drive Promises Automatic Shifting With No Derailleur at All
ArchivedJul 5, 2026

Gobao's X1P Drive Promises Automatic Shifting With No Derailleur at All

Gobao's X1P e-bike motor builds an electronic CVT into the drive unit, shifting through effectively infinite ratios with no derailleur or shifter.

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Maryland Opens State Trails to Class 1 E-Bikes: What Qualifies and What Stays Out
ArchivedJul 4, 2026

Maryland Opens State Trails to Class 1 E-Bikes: What Qualifies and What Stays Out

Maryland DNR now allows Class 1 pedal-assist e-bikes on many multi-use trails on state public lands, with a 20 mph assist cap. Which bikes qualify.

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San Diego Moves Toward E-Bike Age Restrictions: No Riders Under 12
ArchivedJul 4, 2026

San Diego Moves Toward E-Bike Age Restrictions: No Riders Under 12

San Diego's City Council advanced an ordinance banning riders under 12 from Class 1 and 2 e-bikes, with a $25 fine, a safety-course option.

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Beachman's New Aviator Blurs the Line Between E-Bike and Light Motorcycle
ArchivedJul 3, 2026

Beachman's New Aviator Blurs the Line Between E-Bike and Light Motorcycle

Beachman's Aviator lineup starts at $5,499 and spans a Class 2 e-bike, a 45 mph light motorcycle, and an upcoming 125cc-equivalent model.

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Illinois Sets a Statewide E-Bike and Micromobility Law Starting July 1, 2026
ArchivedJul 3, 2026

Illinois Sets a Statewide E-Bike and Micromobility Law Starting July 1, 2026

Illinois SB 3484 creates uniform classifications and operating standards for e-bikes, e-scooters, and similar devices, plus a 2027 title rule.

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CPSC Proposes a Federal E-Bike Battery Safety Rule
ArchivedJul 2, 2026

CPSC Proposes a Federal E-Bike Battery Safety Rule

The Consumer Product Safety Commission has proposed a federal rule for lithium-ion batteries in micromobility products. What could change for riders.

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Segway Asks Riders to Help Shape Its New Electric Dirt Bike
ArchivedApr 30, 2026

Segway Asks Riders to Help Shape Its New Electric Dirt Bike

Segway is asking riders to weigh in on its new electric dirt bike before launch, opening the development cycle to feedback from real off road users.

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Tern Bicycles Selects BikeInsure as Official Electric Bike Insurance Partner
ArchivedApr 30, 2026

Tern Bicycles Selects BikeInsure as Official Electric Bike Insurance Partner

Tern Bicycles named BikeInsure its official e-bike insurance partner, giving customers opt-in coverage for theft, crashes, transit damage, and accessories.

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Blacksheep ONE: 50 Hand-Built Electric Motorcycles Co-Designed With Their Riders
ArchivedApr 30, 2026

Blacksheep ONE: 50 Hand-Built Electric Motorcycles Co-Designed With Their Riders

Boutique maker Blacksheep is launching the ONE, a limited run of 50 hand-built electric motorcycles, with each bike co-designed by the rider who orders it.

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The Uncomfortable Reality Behind Rivian's New Billion-Dollar E-Bike Brand
ArchivedApr 30, 2026

The Uncomfortable Reality Behind Rivian's New Billion-Dollar E-Bike Brand

Rivian's e-bike spinoff drew a billion-dollar valuation and big headlines, but Electrek says the story under the hype is more complicated than it looks.

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JackRabbit's New MG Cargo Is a Featherweight E-Bike That Hauls 10 Times Its Own Weight
ArchivedApr 30, 2026

JackRabbit's New MG Cargo Is a Featherweight E-Bike That Hauls 10 Times Its Own Weight

JackRabbit unveiled the MG Cargo, an ultra-light cargo e-bike from the San Diego brand that promises serious hauling without the bulk of a longtail.

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E-Bike Regulations Tighten Across the U.S.: What 2026 Looks Like for Riders, Brands, and Retailers
ArchivedApr 26, 2026

E-Bike Regulations Tighten Across the U.S.: What 2026 Looks Like for Riders, Brands, and Retailers

U.S. cities, school districts, and states are tightening e-bike rules in 2026. Here's what's driving the shift and what riders and retailers should know.

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Pedal-by-Wire E-Bike Motors Explained: What They Are and Why They Matter (2026)
ArchivedApr 26, 2026

Pedal-by-Wire E-Bike Motors Explained: What They Are and Why They Matter (2026)

A new pedal-by-wire e-bike motor system removes the mechanical chain entirely. Here is what that actually means for riders, range, and reliability.

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Sur-Ron Wins Copyright Suit Against Talaria as Chinese Copycats Face Pressure
ArchivedApr 25, 2026

Sur-Ron Wins Copyright Suit Against Talaria as Chinese Copycats Face Pressure

Sur-Ron has prevailed in a copyright suit against Talaria, MSN reports, sending a warning to Chinese copycat brands in the electric motorcycle market.

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This Weird Electric Motorcycle Looks Like A Concept That Escaped Into Real Life
ArchivedApr 25, 2026

This Weird Electric Motorcycle Looks Like A Concept That Escaped Into Real Life

RideApart spotlights an electric motorcycle whose wild styling looks pulled straight from a concept sketch, with hard specs still missing for now.

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Verge Motorcycles Solid-State Battery Claims Draw Industry Skepticism
ArchivedApr 24, 2026

Verge Motorcycles Solid-State Battery Claims Draw Industry Skepticism

Powersports Business raises doubts about Verge Motorcycles' solid-state battery claims, questioning timelines and performance figures for electric bikes.

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Voi Posts Record €178.2M Year With Fleet Up 34% and Rides Up 55%
ArchivedApr 24, 2026

Voi Posts Record €178.2M Year With Fleet Up 34% and Rides Up 55%

Voi's FY2025 numbers show €178.2m in revenue, a 34% bigger fleet, and 116m rides, up 55% year over year, marking the operator's strongest year on record.

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XEKOYA Debuts XE100 Electric Dirt Bike for Off-Road Riders
ArchivedApr 24, 2026

XEKOYA Debuts XE100 Electric Dirt Bike for Off-Road Riders

XEKOYA has launched the XE100 electric dirt bike, a new off-road model aimed at trail riders looking for a quieter alternative to gas bikes.

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How Long Do Electric Motorcycle Batteries Last, and What Happens to Them After?
ArchivedApr 7, 2026

How Long Do Electric Motorcycle Batteries Last, and What Happens to Them After?

Electric motorcycle batteries typically last 5-10 years or more, but questions about second-life use and end-of-cycle disposal are growing louder.

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Specialized Brings High-Performance E-Bike DNA to the New Vado 3 Commuter Line
ArchivedApr 7, 2026

Specialized Brings High-Performance E-Bike DNA to the New Vado 3 Commuter Line

Specialized's new Vado 3 and Vado 3 EVO pack trail-bike tech into a practical urban package, marking a significant upgrade for everyday riders.

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Specialized Vado 3 EVO: A High-Performance Commuter E-Bike Worth Watching
ArchivedApr 7, 2026

Specialized Vado 3 EVO: A High-Performance Commuter E-Bike Worth Watching

Specialized's Vado 3 EVO is generating buzz as a performance-focused urban e-bike. What riders need to know about the latest entry in the Vado lineup.

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KTM's Electric Dirt Bike Has No Rev, No Clutch, and Zero Apologies
ArchivedApr 7, 2026

KTM's Electric Dirt Bike Has No Rev, No Clutch, and Zero Apologies

KTM's electric off-road machine skips the gearbox and the exhaust note but delivers serious dirt credentials for riders willing to make the switch.

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Lectric Expands to Canada: America's Best-Selling E-Bikes Head North
ArchivedApr 4, 2026

Lectric Expands to Canada: America's Best-Selling E-Bikes Head North

Lectric eBikes is officially rolling into Canada, bringing its budget-friendly, best-selling models north of the border. What it means for Canadian buyers.

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London E-Bike Hire Company Forest Taps 'One Pound Fish Man' for Viral Campaign
ArchivedApr 2, 2026

London E-Bike Hire Company Forest Taps 'One Pound Fish Man' for Viral Campaign

Forest, a London e-bike hire company, recruited viral sensation Shahid 'One Pound Fish Man' to promote £1 rides, tripling app searches in the process.

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Navee XT5 Pro: A 30+ MPH E-Scooter That Nails Almost Everything
ArchivedApr 1, 2026

Navee XT5 Pro: A 30+ MPH E-Scooter That Nails Almost Everything

Electrek's review pegs the Navee XT5 Pro as a fast, well-built commuter scooter with one notable catch. What stands out and the tradeoff to know.

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Super73's New A-Series and the Ridstar Battery-Fire Recall Standoff
ArchivedMar 30, 2026

Super73's New A-Series and the Ridstar Battery-Fire Recall Standoff

Super73 refreshes its entry A-Series while Ridstar faces battery-fire reports and reported recall resistance. What both stories mean for e-bike buyers.

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Dear bike industry: Give us more small travel, full-power e-MTBs please! - Cycling News | electric bike reviews, buying advice and news - ebiketips
ArchivedMar 28, 2026

Dear bike industry: Give us more small travel, full-power e-MTBs please! - Cycling News | electric bike reviews, buying advice and news - ebiketips

Ebiketips argues the bike industry should build more short-travel, full-power e-MTBs. Why 100 to 120 mm bikes with a full motor suit most riders.

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Heybike Omega Review: A Laid-Back Cruiser That Actually Hits Its Range Claim
ArchivedMar 28, 2026

Heybike Omega Review: A Laid-Back Cruiser That Actually Hits Its Range Claim

Electric Bike Report clocked the Heybike Omega at 104.7 miles in PAS 2, rare honesty in a segment full of inflated range specs. Who the cruiser is for.

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Best Electric Bikes of 2026, Style by Style: What the Experts Rate
ArchivedMar 25, 2026

Best Electric Bikes of 2026, Style by Style: What the Experts Rate

A look at Cycling Weekly's 2026 best electric bikes roundup, with the standout commuter, road, and cargo picks and RoostMode's buyer context on choosing.

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Spring Riding Season Is Here: 12 Expert-Tested Electric Bikes for Commuting, Trails, and Fitness
ArchivedMar 24, 2026

Spring Riding Season Is Here: 12 Expert-Tested Electric Bikes for Commuting, Trails, and Fitness

Warm weather is back, and with rising gas prices we rounded up the top spring e-bike picks from Bicycling's expert test team for commuting and trails.

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Aventon's New 'Current' eMTB Goes Full Suspension for $5,999
ArchivedMar 20, 2026

Aventon's New 'Current' eMTB Goes Full Suspension for $5,999

Aventon has launched the Current, a full-suspension electric mountain bike with a Brose motor and carbon frame at $5,999, about half the price of rivals.

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Velotric's Tempo Is a 28 MPH Commuter E-Bike That Weighs Under 40 Lbs
ArchivedMar 20, 2026

Velotric's Tempo Is a 28 MPH Commuter E-Bike That Weighs Under 40 Lbs

Velotric has launched the Tempo, a Class 3 commuter e-bike that tops out at 28 MPH and weighs under 40 pounds, for commuters who want speed without bulk.

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Budget E-Bike Maker Tenways Files for a Hong Kong IPO
ArchivedMar 6, 2026

Budget E-Bike Maker Tenways Files for a Hong Kong IPO

Tenways, the fast-growing European commuter e-bike brand backed by Tencent and Alibaba, has filed for a Hong Kong Stock Exchange IPO.

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Rad Power Bikes Gets a New Owner, and Life EV Plans US-Built E-Bikes
ArchivedMar 6, 2026

Rad Power Bikes Gets a New Owner, and Life EV Plans US-Built E-Bikes

Rad Power Bikes has a new owner and Life EV wants to build e-bikes in the US. Here's what the shake-up means for warranties, parts, and buyers.

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ENGWE M20 3.0 Officially Launches, Redefining Performance E-Bikes for City Riders and Explorers
ArchivedMar 6, 2026

ENGWE M20 3.0 Officially Launches, Redefining Performance E-Bikes for City Riders and Explorers

ENGWE launches the M20 3.0 moped-style e-bike with 3300W peak power, dual-battery option for 180-mile range, and introductory pricing starting at $1,399.

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Sonoma County cities seek to curb illegal use of e-scooters, e-bikes use among youth as their popularity soars
ArchivedMar 6, 2026

Sonoma County cities seek to curb illegal use of e-scooters, e-bikes use among youth as their popularity soars

Sonoma County law enforcement is cracking down on underage e-scooter and e-bike riders with fines up to $400 and a new state law allowing confiscation.

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