Electric Bikes

Open letter opposing ‘restrictive’ ebike regulations gains 200 signatories from cycling industry
The letter says the proposed changes to electric bike regulations would turn Europe into a “desert of light electric mobility innovations”

Review | Specialized Vado SL 2 4.0 goes further than ever, but it's heavier than ever too
Specialized’s updated Vado SL adds range at the expense of a light weight, but I’m good with that

The best bike lock we've ever tested now has a bigger version
The new Litelok X1 Plus is big enough for cargo bikes and ebikes
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This precise pocket-sized tool is my new go-to torque wrench
Whether on the bike or in my garage, the new Prestacycle TorqRatchet Elite Lite has fast become essential

Warren Rossiter | Shimano CUES has failed to revolutionise entry-level road gearing
CUES was intended to simplify Shimano's budget groupset range, but may have had the opposite effect

As Eurobike struggles, the cycling industry makes the case for its future
The world's largest cycling trade show faces a "severe crisis", as industry insiders stress its need to adapt and evolve

New Scott Fastlane ebike weighs under 10kg with TQ’s smallest drive unit
Stealth electric road bike shares features with the Addict endurance bike

Skarper has a solution to the one issue I had with my favourite ebike conversion kit – and it's free
The new Skarper companion app brings full control to the smartest ebike conversion system available

Home insurers could ban ebikes due to fire risk, but there is a potential solution
Support is growing for a certification scheme for electric bike components and a ban on non-certified parts

Review | My partner and I both loved the Marin Lombard E1 – for different reasons
The E1 is designed to liven up your commutes and extend your gravel rides

Marin Lombard is reborn as a value-packed e-gravel bike that "laughs at terrain changes"
Wide tyres, Bosch motor and relaxed geometry targets gives it a go-anywhere attitude
Alex Evans | eMTBs are ruining mountain biking, but not in the way you might think
How often do you end an ebike ride unsatisfied?

Whyte Bikes bought by private equity firm as it targets European market
Bike brand seeks international growth following acquisition by Causeway Capital

What’s happened to Wiggle & Chain Reaction Cycles' most popular brands?
We speak to Frasers Group about the prospects for Vitus, Nukeproof, dhb and Prime

New T Line Electric is Brompton's lightest ebike yet at 14.1kg
All Brompton’s electric bikes now powered by its rear-hub motor, replacing the C and P Lines' front-hub motor

Giant's Reign Advanced E+ eMTB may suggest innovation has stalled – but I think it's brilliant
New enduro eMTB doesn't set the pulse racing on paper, but dig deeper and it looks set to be a resounding success

Long-term review | Scott is loving life with the Propain Sresh CF, but he's found one weak link
Is Propain’s full-power trail bike the singletrack slayer Scott has been searching for?

Long-term review | Christmas comes (very) early for Alex and the Orbea Wild
Has Alex found the big-mountain, gravity-focused eMTB of his dreams with the latest Orbea Wild?

Trek unveils its first electric gravel bike, with 50-mile range and the new TQ HPR60 motor
50mm clearance, upgraded TQ HPR60 motor and a suspension fork in the top spec

New Yeti LTe ditches Shimano for more powerful Bosch motor
The big-travel LTe gets loads of adjustability, along with an increase in torque and power thanks to the gen 5 Bosch motor
Mahle's updated X20 ebike motor offers increased torque and peak power
Mahle's flagship ebike system has had an upgrade

Electric bike overrun explained: why your motor keeps pushing after you stop pedalling
Overrun can be a hindrance or a help for ebike riders, depending on your skill level and how the e-drive is configured. Our guide explains all

‘Perfect for the ULEZ’ – how Tenways’ electric bikes are shaking up urban mobility
Dutch ebike brand expands its range to meet demand for quality, affordable electric bikes

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