e-bikes

When policymakers and the media frame cycling as a sport or a pursuit for the young, fit, and able-bodied, they miss a crucial aspect of its value: cycling as an everyday transport option. And for many people with disabilities, bicycles and tricycles - particularly electric models - are not just modes of transport but essential mobility aids that offer independence, flexibility, and a sustainable way to get around.

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This torch might look like something straight off an airport runway – think illuminated wands used to marshal planes – but it’s designed for something far more down-to-earth. A versatile tool for cyclists and motorists alike, it combines a standard white torch beam with a 360-degree LED capable of emitting a steady red glow or a flashing light to warn other road users in an emergency.

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Pressure washers have become the go-to tool for tackling tough cleaning jobs, but their power and setup can sometimes work against them. If you’ve ever struggled with a bulky machine, fought with a kinked garden hose, or cursed the lack of an outdoor tap, you’ll know what we mean.

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Many young Lime riders of today - whether paying customers or opportunistic hackers - may be tomorrow’s commuters, cyclists, and climate-conscious adults. For a generation already attuned to convenience and sustainability, Lime and its competitors are introducing cycling as a fun, efficient, and flexible way to travel.

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The UK government seems intent on keeping e-bikes the Cinderella of electric vehicles. Despite their massive potential to help the country decarbonise, year after year e-bikes remain the only type of electric vehicle to be excluded from subsidies.

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