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Spin has launched two schemes, Spin Access and Spin Everyday Heroes, to support key workers and low-income riders in the UK with free and subsidised rides in its areas of operations. Both programmes are now live in Milton Keynes and will also be available in additional locations where Spin is …

Halfords has reported strong cycling revenue growth through H1, finishing at 54.4% LFL, with e-mobility at 184%. The retailer saw group revenue growth of 9.6% and profit before tax of £56 million, it announced in its interim results for the 26 weeks to 2nd October. Online sales grew by 148% …

Ribble has added to its e-bike range with the new Hybrid AL e step-through and the CGR AL e step-through models. “Cycling’s popularity has increased over the past decade with more and more people discovering the benefits and joy of cycling,” said Ribble’s CEO, Andy Smallwood. “We’ve added the new …

TfL, London Councils and London’s boroughs are working together on plans for a trial of rental e-scooters in the capital. This trial aims to promote safety standards and develop a better understanding of the impact of this emerging mode of transport on London’s roads. A competition has been launched today, which is …

The Government is reportedly planning to introduce a scheme next spring to subsidise the purchase of electric bikes. The scheme is expected to bring consumers savings of about a third of the retail price of an e-bike, although the Government is yet to reveal full details. Trials will begin in …

Serial 1 Cycle Company, a dedicated e-bike brand formed with American motorcycle manufacturer Harley-Davidson, has unveiled the details of its first portfolio of e-bikes. Pre-ordering opened yesterday, with deliveries set to begin in the United States and Germany in early spring 2021. Serial 1’s debut line-up spans four pedal-assist e-bikes …

Over 350 guests took part in the Bafang’s fifth annual EPAC technology fair in Suzhou, China, taking place from 12th-13th November. This year, the focus was on establishing standards for e-bikes, and introductions of new products and innovations from the e-bike systems manufacturer. The annual event aims to provide a …

A new public electric bike share scheme has been launched in Penarth by nextbike, thanks to funding from The Vale of Glamorgan Council. The fleet of 50 e-bikes and five stations was launched on 12th November. Vale Council received numerous requests from the public to introduce its own scheme following …