Sea Otter Europe has announced the addition of an electric bike World Cup event. The World E-Bike Series – the electric MTB World Cup organised by the UCI – is an international circuit launched in 2019 in Monaco, which, this year, will consist of six events, one of which will …
Read More »France set to offer car owners chance to trade in vehicle for electric bike
France is set to offer car owners the chance to swap their old vehicles for €2,500 towards the purchase of an electric bike. Deputies in the Assembly voted for an amendment to the French Governments’ Climate and Resilience plan to extend the “prime à la conversion” to a series of …
Read More »Voi partners with Closca to encourage more riders to wear helmets
Voi Technology has partnered with Closca to create a range of reflective folding helmets. From 12th April, Voi’s monthly pass users will be able to redeem their free Voi/Closca helmet online when they sign-up for the Voi monthly pass. The helmets, which are ordinarily priced at €79.90 on the Closca …
Read More »UKCA certificate awarded to Bafang for M200 Central Motor Drive System
Bafang has received a UK Conformity Assessment Marking (UKCA) from TUV SUD Certification and Testing. It indicates that Bafang’s Central Motor Drive System M200 (M200) conforms to the latest market access requirements of the UK. It is also the first UKCA certificate issued by TUV SUD to China’s e-bike industry. …
Read More »Bird Two adds ‘Beginner Mode’ to increase safety for new riders
Bird has launched Beginner Mode, a new safety feature built for the Bird Two alongside autonomous emergency braking, skid detection and the IP68-rated waterproof battery. Beginner Mode is a gentle acceleration option that lets new riders gradually work their way up to full speed. It is aimed at riders who …
Read More »Voi teams up with Open Inclusion to improve usability and accessibility
Voi has teamed up with Open Inclusion – a London-based accessibility consultancy for inclusive research, user insight and service design solutions. Open Inclusion has a UK wide panel of more than 500 people, including those who are deaf or have hearing loss, blind or partially sighted, neurodiverse, mobility or dexterity …
Read More »Voi offering discounted rides to and from UK COVID-19 vaccination sites
Voi is supporting the UK vaccination programme by offering discounted rides to and from the COVID-19 vaccination centres in all the cities and towns where the trials are present. To claim one of the £8 discounts, users need to have or download the Voi app (available for free in the …
Read More »The Electric Bike Shop recruiting for various roles across stores
The Electric Bike Shop is currently recruiting for a number of roles across its stores, including cycle technicians, sales assistants, store supervisor, driver and web sales manager. The roles are across stores including Bristol, Stroud, Solihull, Uckfield, Birmingham and Sutton Coldfield. More details can be found below. Web sales manager …
Read More »Beryl, Jobcentre Plus partner to support those on Kickstart Scheme with sustainable transport
Beryl has partnered with Jobcentre Plus to support young people on the UK Government’s Kickstart Scheme with an affordable, sustainable and enjoyable transport option. The new travel initiative will allow anyone on the Kickstart Scheme across Bournemouth, Poole, Christchurch and Isle of Wight to access discounted journey options to and from …
Read More »Wind introducing coupons for NHS key workers in Nottingham
Wind Mobility is introducing £25 coupons for NHS key workers that can be used to rent Wind e-scooters in Nottingham. NHS key workers who want to benefit from this offer can apply and the coupon will be added to their Wind accounts. The initiative is part of the “Helping Hands” …
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