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Bikebook and Zelo Announce Strategic Partnership to Empower UK Mobile Mechanics and Accelerate E-Mobility Service

DSC02291 Bikebook and Zelo Announce Strategic Partnership to Empower UK Mobile Mechanics and Accelerate E-Mobility Service

Bikebook, the UK’s leading platform connecting cyclists with expert mechanics, is proud to announce a new strategic partnership with Zelo, the premier service network for the country’s most innovative e-bike and cargo bike brands. This partnership is designed to tackle the growing “service gap” in the UK’s rapidly expanding e-mobility …

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Estarli launches nationwide e-bike fleet offer for businesses, councils and active travel organisations

Copy of e28.X Fleet London 3 Estarli launches nationwide e-bike fleet offer for businesses, councils and active travel organisations

Estarli has launched a new range of flexible e-bike fleet packages designed to help organisations reduce short car and van journeys, support active travel and make cycling more accessible for staff, customers and communities. The new fleet offer covers Estarli’s folding, hybrid and cargo e-bike ranges, allowing organisations to choose …

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Forest pilots new subscription model as demand for service grows in London

Forest Checking App Forest pilots new subscription model as demand for service grows in London

Forest, London’s homegrown e-bike operator, has today announced the launch of ForestFlex, a pilot subscription model designed to offer riders greater flexibility when travelling across the capital. Priced at £6.99 a month, ForestFlex gives riders access to 10-minute rides for £1 and up to 30 minutes of riding for £1.70, with …

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London micromobility firm Forest raises £40 million to drive London expansion

Forest Team Photo 2026 London micromobility firm Forest raises £40 million to drive London expansion

Forest, London’s homegrown e-bike operator, has secured a further £27 million in funding, taking its total Series B round to £40 million. The investment comes at a time of significant growth for the business, which has cemented its position as a market leader in London’s shared e-bike sector – the …

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From Viking roots to modern mobility: Jorvik Tricycles launches new brand era

Credit Jorvik Tricycles From Viking roots to modern mobility: Jorvik Tricycles launches new brand era

Jorvik Tricycles has announced a comprehensive rebrand as the York based business draws inspiration from the city’s deep cultural roots and Viking heritage. The leading electric tricycle provider has unveiled refreshed branding, four new product categories, and its most affordable model to date, marking a new chapter focused on innovation, accessibility, …

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Battery Safety Concerns Risk Slowing UK E-Bike Adoption, New National Survey Finds

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A new nationally representative survey of 2000 UK adults, commissioned by BatteryIQ, shows strong interest in e-bikes, with 37% of the public interested in owning one. The overwhelming majority of those interested in e-bike ownership intend to use it for active travel, with only 5% of respondents saying an e-bike …

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Rural Path Campaigner Toolkit Launches to Help Empower Communities Push for Traffic-Free Paths

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Rural communities in the UK have resorted to delivering their own traffic-free paths as funding and political will have failed to materialise – and a new toolkit hopes to empower more of them to create greenways in their areas. Traffic-free inter-urban paths are hugely popular local resources, giving communities low-cost, sustainable transport …

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Riese & Müller publishes new Sustainability Report

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Riese & Müller, the manufacturer of e-bikes and cargo bikes, has published ‘Sustainability Insights’, its sustainability report for the 2024/2025 business year. With a new, compact format, the report provides a concise insight into the company’s key sustainability issues, presents measurable progress, and documents projects that are driving Riese & …

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Forest strengthens presence in Hammersmith & Fulham

Forest Logo Forest strengthens presence in Hammersmith & Fulham

Forest has announced a new agreement with Hammersmith & Fulham Council to offer more sustainable and affordable travel options to local residents. The new agreement will see Forest support the council’s introduction of more dedicated parking bays across the borough to ensure that bikes are parked safely and tidily. As part of …

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Canterbury Partners with Beryl to Launch new Public e-bike Scheme

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Beryl has launched a new public e-bike scheme in Canterbury. From today, 100 e-bikes will be available for residents and visitors to hire, enabling them to commute or explore the city with quiet, affordable, and sustainable micromobility.  Not only will the scheme provide Canterbury with a more active and enjoyable …

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