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The Electric Bike Shop has expanded to six stores nationwide and a distribution hub in the Midlands – with plans to open three more stores by the end of 2021 and have a total store portfolio of 15-20 by the end of 2022. “We can sit back, relax and pat …

Being a newcomer to an industry can be tough at any time – let alone in the middle of a global pandemic. The lack of events over the past 12 months has meant fewer opportunities to network and introduce new products and engage with them, meaning it has been challenging …

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 …

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. …

Electric, urban and folding bike retailer Velorution has partnered with Fenwick. The deal between the two parties will see Velorution, which already has stores in four locations across London, further its growth. Velorution X Fenwick of Bond Street and Velorution X Fenwick in Bentalls Kingston are set to open on …

Tier is to establish a new tech hub in Budapest after acquiring tech agency Makery. Budapest will be Tier’s largest tech-focused office outside of its headquarters in Berlin and London, and it will also be one of many new cities in Central and Eastern Europe where Tier will launch its …

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 …

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 …