News

Grandfather of e-bikes withdraws from US market

November 5, 2024

Yamaha, a pioneer in e-bike technology and the first company to launch a commercially available pedal-assist electric bicycle in 1993, has announced it will leave the American e-bike market at the end of next month.

e-bikes

One UK driver has 172 penalty points, but no ban

November 4, 2024

Britain’s streets are under siege, and it’s not just from congestion and pollution: it’s from drivers repeatedly breaking the law without facing meaningful consequences.

If the Merino cap fits, wear it

October 31, 2024

It helps to invest in a few good quality cycling-specific items. For example, the merino wool used to make this smart-looking cap is hard wearing and has a natural antibacterial property that promises to keep it smelling fresh.

Cycling

Could pavement parking soon be history in Bristol?

October 31, 2024

If the city council's plans succeed, the days of pavement parking in Bristol may be numbered.

Driving

Breakdown cover for speed pedelecs

October 30, 2024

Think of speed pedelcs as the moped reincarnated, minus the petrol but packed with potential to transform longer distance commuting.

e-bikes

CargoX: Future transport is here now

October 29, 2024

Dutch e-bike makers Stoer have just launched the futuristic-looking CargoX, Europe's first fat-tyre cargo bike.

Cycling safety: HGV 'off-tracking'

October 29, 2024

HGV off-tracking refers to how large vehicles, particularly articulated Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVs) with trailers, take wider turns and move slightly outside their lane when turning. This happens because the trailer doesn’t follow the exact path of the front wheels but rather cuts inside, which can pose a serious hazard for other road users.

Cycling

Handlebar clock change this weekend

October 25, 2024

Whether you are celebrating, or commiserating, about the end of British Summer Time this weekend, how about a stylish bicycle handlebar clock to mark the occasion?

Cycling

How far can I travel on an e-bike?

October 25, 2024

It very much depends on first of all the battery size, and then the weight of the rider, the type of e-bike, how much luggage, and even if the rider is wearing a cape because wind resistance is also a very important factor. And the biggest factor, strangely, is tyre pressure. If tyres pressures are low, you're going to get very low mileage - the drop-off is quite incredible the softer the tyre is. If you're on properly inflated tyres, you'll get a good range. And from an average 370Wh battery, you should be able to get 30-40 miles

e-bikes

How to care for your e-bike

October 25, 2024

e-bikes