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Specialized Bicycles have updated their e-bike software to increase battery life of their Turbo system. The Turbo System software update includes a new feature called Charge Limit, which limits battery charging to 80%. This feature is…

The second edition of Eurobike in Frankfurt am Main, which takes place from June 21 to 25, 2023, is fully booked and features an increased exhibition space of 150,000 square meters. The event has received significant interest from over 400…

Ducati has started production of its electric MotoE racebike, the "V21L". The 23 prototypes will be ready by mid-February, with 18 bikes being raced and 5 spare units made available. The project is aimed at developing skills and knowledge…

Swiss bike manufacturer Thömus just announced the Swissrider, a 25-lb commuter e-bike that they claim is the lightest on the market. That weight edges out the 26 lb, 14 oz LeMond Prolog we tested previously. The Swissrider boasts a…

Our guest for this episode is one of our favorites. One of the smartest minds in the battery space, as well as holding several Guinness World Records for e-bike rides. Ravi Kempaiah is a battery scientist, working with Dr. Jeff Dahn, one of…

We join Leonardo from Pro Bike Firenze, to find out how to make tire tubeless. Video Tubeless

Recent news about the use of e-bikes in the LA Times, highlights the problems faced by residents in Newport Beach. An article from Jan 16th 2023 explains the situation. The article discusses the growing popularity of electric bicycles…

Husqvarna E-Bicycles has released details of its new Mountain Cross range of EMTBs (electric mountain bikes) that feature rider-focused engineering and technical refinement. The range includes 150mm of suspension travel, versatile 29/27.5”…

SRAM has confirmed this week it's buyout of Amprio, a division of the Rheinmetall Group. Amprio produces an eBike motor system that has an established European servicing base. The system has got off to a slow but with Sram’s network…

GASGAS Bicycles, part of the Pierer group, for 2023 has launched an 11-bike pedal-assist mountain bike range in North America, featuring Enduro, Trail, Light Trail, and Cross Country models. The G Light Trail category is at the…

SRAM have been buzzing the rumour mill recently with their possible electric bike motor. Although un-confirmed its apparently been seen on various test bikes with neutral frames. Although we know very little at this point, its…

Cake Launches the new urban ebike for carrying loads. The Åik is a heavy-duty electric scooter designed for commercial use. It has a long range and high cargo capacity, and can be customized with a variety of accessories to meet the…

Starting from humble beginnings in a Utah garage in 1993, Lizard Skins has become one of the cycling industry leaders in bicycle grips and handlebar tape, and now offers products for six major sports. This January, the Utah brand looks…

This one has been a while in the making as we dig into the details of the Trek Fuel EXe, a light weight e-mtb that might be one of the most interesting bikes we have ever ridden. Video:Trek Fuel EXe Test For even more detail read…

Harvard's Office of Technology Development has granted a license to startup Adden Energy to commercialize a prototype solid-state battery that can reportedly be charged in three minutes and has a lifespan of 10,000 cycles. The battery…

A fun stop motion film about the Holidays with some lego bikes... Happy Holidays from all at Electric Bike Action.

We took on a 1870m (6000 ft) climb and descent with Firenze free ride on their Monte Falco tour organised by Jacopo Spadolini from Pro Bike Florence. It's one of Tuscany's tallest mountains and it has some awesome trails on it. Video…

Our guest today is Ramon Thomas, the co-founder and CEO of Urwahn Engineering GmbH from Magdeburg, Germany. With a passion for technology, quality, and seamless design, he and co-founder Sebastian Meinecke brought the first 3D-printed…

The European Cyclists’ Federation has reported that Portugal has inscribed an amendment to the 2023 state budget, reducing VAT on bicycle sales in order to increase its cycling modal share to 10% by 2030. This comes after the EU passed…

Yamaha have announced their line up for 2023 with their build versions of the Moro 07. Based around 27.5" wheels front and rear, we visited our local bike park with the Yamaha crew and Brian Lopes to get the low down on the new bike.…

Livio Suppo is a partner at the Thok Ebike company that specializes in the production of e-bikes. Thok Ebikes offers a range of e-bike models to suit different needs, including mountain bikes, road bikes, and city bikes. Video…

PIERER New Mobility North America, Inc. is investing in the bicycle industry with a range of new products, including the integration of FELT Bicycles, the Husqvarna E-Bicycles brand, and the debut of GASGAS Bicycles to the North American…

We visited the Eicma Motorbike show in Milan Italy, looked around and found lots of interesting e-bikes, e-motorbikes and some weird concept bikes. Video

Motorcycles offer riders a lot of freedom. However, this ability comes with a responsibility to ensure the safety of yourself and other people on the road. The III reports that 68.71 per 100,000 registered motorcycles are involved in a…