An overview of the test track where a lot of colour could be found. – Photos Peter van der Veer

Eurobike design trends: E-bikes are no longer homogeneous

FRANKFURT, Germany - With market challenges currently dominating business strategies, Eurobike was a good opportunity to gauge what product development is still continuing in the bicycle industry. Dutch bicycle designer Peter van der Veer was there to reflect on the latest trends in design and form. A key take-away was that e-bikes are no longer homogeneous and that the range per target group and use case is growing.

Considering the technology used and the specs employed, Unno manager Nil Pastor (left) and marketing & communication manager Martí Ràfols (right) consider their Unno models to be reasonably priced. Sales prices start at €6,295 and the upper barrier breaks €15,000. – Photo Dieter Wertz

Unno Bikes: Spanish R&D, carbon frames from China, assembled in...

BARCELONA, Spain - Unno S.L. (known as Unno Bikes) is a high-end MTB carbon manufactory created by Cero Design. Among others, this agency focuses on the two-wheeler sector combining "design, engineering, simulation, composites, prototyping and testing" under one roof.

A large-scale yet green approach in future proof e-mobility

A large-scale yet green approach in future proof e-mobility

An (e-)bike manufacturer that has its own factory facilities, machinery and production line, using sustainable and renewable energy as its power source. With complete quality management and working procedures, operated by an experienced founder and technical experts. Lekuma Technology, located in Taiwan, specialises in the design and development of cutting-edge mobility solutions that enhance people's lives by having a firm focus on lowering carbon emissions.

The collaboration between Springtime Design and Conneqtech represents a significant step forward in the new mobility landscape. – Photo Springtime Design

Design agency Springtime and IoT provider Conneqtech join forces

AMSTERDAM, the Netherlands - A recently concluded strategic partnership brings together the expertise of two companies who create innovative solutions that enhance safety, security and provide valuable insights into the usage of connected vehicles.

A fat bike cargo bike? Yes, the Cargo Buddy from Ruff cycles on the Eurobike test track. Photos Peter van der Weer

Longtails, cargo, compact and fat bikes dominate at Eurobike

FRANKFURT AM MAIN, Germany - Eurobike remains worthy a visit for bicycle designers. This latest edition from 21 to 25 June 2023 was also brimming with innovation. Dutch dicycle designer Peter van der Veer reflects on the latest trends in design and form. He mainly saw a trend of an increasing number of different models in longtails, cargo, compact and fat bikes.

Norbert Haller: Pedelec-driven 4-wheelers: game changers for future mobility?

Norbert Haller: Pedelec-driven 4-wheelers: game changers for future...

BERLIN, Germany - Cargo bikes and microcars have opened up a wide field of innovation and a large market potential by filling the gap between bicycles and cars. Norbert Haller, Managing Director of the Germany-based design & development company IDberlin, speaks about the next generation cargo bikes, the role of industrial design and his vision of future mobility.