Jan-Willem van Schaik
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Eightpins makes saddle height adjustment as easy as adjusting car seat
ENNS, Austria - Market research by Eightpins shows the potential of telescopic or dropper seat posts for other bicycle categories besides MTBs. A quick lowering of the saddle enables the rider to stand securely with both feet on the ground. This increases safety and comfort because people can remain seated on the saddle while waiting for the green light. An equally interesting application of telescopic seat posts is for cargo bikes.
British e-bike anti-dumping duties under review
LONDON, UK - The Trade Remedies Authority (TRA) has initiated a transition review this week into anti-dumping and countervailing measures on e-bikes imported in the United Kingdom from China. The TRA will determine whether dumping would be likely to continue or recur if the measures were no longer applied.
Walmart explores bicycle sourcing in India
BENTONVILLE, USA - The largest volume seller in the US is investigating opportunities to find new suppliers for some of its product categories including bicycles, in India. Walmart has committed to triple its exports of goods from India to US$ 10 billion each year by 2027.
Pon puts Lithuania on the forefront as Europe's next bicycle...
VILNIUS, Lithuania - The announcement by Pon Holding to construct a new e-bike and bicycle factory in Lithuania started a string of reactions in this small Eastern European country. With this new dynamic, the country has put itself on the map as the next bicycle production hub in Europe.
Büchel invests in welding robots for luggage carriers
ROTHENBURG, Germany - To increase competitiveness and optimise the workflow of its European production, bicycle component manufacturer Büchel GmbH has invested in state-of-the-art welding machinery. The amount of the investment remains undisclosed.
King Meter integrates e-bike display and shifter
TAIPEI, Taiwan - The cockpit of e-bikes is currently seeing a rapid development of more integration and more customization. Manufacturer King Meter offers a wide range of shifters and displays, including the latest with integrated display.
WheelTop shows wireless MTB drivetrain presented at Taipei Cycle
TAIPEI, Taiwan - Chinese drivetrain component manufacturer WheelTop made the step to launch a MTB group set for the first time. The prototype set comprised a derailleur, two batteries, and wireless shifter.
Orbea sees spike in turnover
MALLABIA, Spain – The long-term growth strategy is paying off very well for Orbea. In the past seven years, the cooperative bicycle manufacturer has confirmed notable sales growth which peaked in 2022.
Acer subsidiary MPS Energy launches AI-powered drive system
TAIPEI, Taiwan - Acer subsidiary MPS Energy Inc. launched a next generation drive system at Taipei Cycle Show this year. MPS Energy was established by Acer in July 2015 as part of its foray into the vehicle electricity and mobile power field, and has dedicated its resources to the development of BMS for smart cars with a focus on green and connected car technology.
Dutch and Polish funds invest in battery swapping system Swobbee
BERLIN, Germany - Battery swapping system supplier Swobbee has raised another €2 million in an extended Series A round. Polish fund SpeedUp Energy Innovation and Dutch Stichting Clean Future Dividend Fund joined the group of earlier investors. The company aims to scale the solution in more European and non-European markets.
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