Jan-Willem van Schaik
Editor in Chief
Denver to host first US e-bike trade show
DENVER, USA - In June 2023 the inaugural edition of the first US e-bike trade show is scheduled to take place in the Colorado Convention Center in Denver. Now sales of e-bikes have finally picked-up as well, the market is ready for an e-bike focused event.
Eurobike makes successful start in Frankfurt
FRANKFURT, Germany - The start of the new Eurobike concept and relocation to the city of Frankfurt am Main was probably an even bigger success than expected by Fairnamics, the new organiser of Eurobike. While the industry rides the high waves of the cycling boom and many voiced their appreciation over the new show location, a lot of industry insiders also expressed worries due to battery shortages.
Portuguese industry reports hiking export levels
AGUEDA, Portugal - The joint booth of the Portuguese bicycle industry at Eurobike last week reflected the positive vibe of the country's industry. A prototype on display was entirely built with high-end components, which except for the tyres were all 'made in Portugal'. At the same time, ABIMOTA, announced a record export level for May.
Taichung Bike Week announces 2022 dates
TAICHUNG, Taiwan - Ahead of the lifting of the COVID-related entry restrictions by the Taiwanese authorities, the organisers of Taichung Bike Week announced that the industry event will take place again this September.
Schwalbe tyre recycling project a big step to make cycling more...
FRANKFURT, Germany - Eurobike 2022 marked the start of the bicycle tyre recycling program of Schwalbe. As the first bicycle tyre manufacturer worldwide, Schwalbe and its cooperation with the Technical University of Cologne and Pyrum Innovations have succeeded in developing an innovative and holistic tyre recycling process.
Eurobike - Frankfurt show concept welcomed by the industry
FRANKFURT, Germany - The timing and location of the industry's leading show Eurobike has been a topic for discussions for many years. The announcement last year to relocate the show to Frankfurt and move the time window to June/July seems to have come at the right moment.
Find Bike Europe at Eurobike 2022
FRANKFURT, Germany - Bike Europe and the bike dealer magazine for the Netherlands and Belgium, Tweewieler (both trade journals published by VMN Media), will be present at the 30th edition of Eurobike.
German e-bike sales stable this year after record levels in 2021
FRANKFURT, German - In the first half of 2022 e-bike and bicycle sales in Germany nearly matched the record levels of 2021. Despite inflation, supply chain problems and the war in Ukraine, the German industry association ZIV is very content with the first half results. "However a recent development of the past few weeks is that we see a depressed consumer demand," said ZIV MD Burkhard Stork today at the industry discussion ahead of the opening of Eurobike.
Bosch launches new e-bike ABS system which is available this summer
REUTLINGEN, Germany - The launch of Bosch's new ABS system for e-bikes has been long awaited. Incorrect braking is seen as one of the main causes of accidents. "The front wheel brake on a bicycle is crucial for a short braking distance," says Claus Fleischer, CEO of Bosch eBike Systems. The new Bosch e-bike ABS with brake components from Magura will be available from this summer.
Vinka combines Artificial Intelligence and IoT in e-bike system
SUZHOU, China - E-bike drive train supplier Vinka implemented both Artificial Intelligence and Internet of Things to empower their new AIot Max System. According to Vinka, "it integrates a full spectrum of AI & IoT technologies and is able to learn, analyse and respond to collected data, taking the riding experience to the next level with more safety and enjoyment.
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