In the increasingly dynamic e-bike landscape, Panasonic consistently emerges as a key player in the market. The Japanese enterprise does not only benefit from its extensive technical know-how but also from its many years of experience in the bicycle industry. We sat down with Peter Obermeier, Senior Business Development Manager at Panasonic Industry Europe, to reflect on Panasonic's impressive history in the bicycle industry.

KASHIWARA CITY, Japan - The cooperation with former Flyer maker Biketec in Switzerland gave e-bike drivetrain pioneer Panasonic Cycle Technology Co., Ltd. (PCT) an early presence on the European market. Bike Europe got a unique insight into the PCT headoffice and factory near Osaka. Why were the Japanese not so successful in Europe with their extremely reliable drivetrain during the e-bike boom?

Each year, an increasing number of drive manufacturers enter the e-bike market, ensuring increased competition. With smart investments in local service and distribution offerings, the Japanese company Panasonic Cycle Technology Co., Ltd. shows how to strengthen its ties with its European OEM partners in these challenging conditions.

Leader Fox used the summer vacation time to innovate its facilities. During the production break, the production line was completely replaced. The Czech manufacturer also started a new partnership with Panasonic. Vít Šatný - director of Bohemia, owner of the Leader Fox brand - spoke to us about the recent changes and their partnership with motor manufacturer Bafang.

South Bohemian manufacturer Leader Fox is launching a new range of full suspension and mountain e-bikes powered by a Panasonic GX Ultimate motor.

LETOHRAD, Czech Republic - Panasonic is preparing their GX motor series to be compatible with Gearsensor, the intelligent shifting sensor. OEMs will be able to incorporate the mid-motor shifting sensor for the MY 2022 GX series motors.