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In the wake of a tragic death caused by an e-bike battery fire, Bristol coroner Maria Voisin has raised concerns about the lack of understanding over dangers posed by lithium-ion batteries. Voisin’s investigation into the fire in a top-floor flat in Avon highlights the need for enhanced consumer protection. While fires involving e-bike...

The wetter the weather, the brighter cycling accessories need to be. Combining practicality with colourful prints, Cycology handlebar bags raise the spirits - however soggy the British summer. Fitting the bag is hassle-free thanks to three Velcro straps. Two fasten to the handlebars and one secures to the head tube. Crafted from...

One reason tandem mobility scooters are illegal on UK footpaths and roads is the absence of a minister for older people. Back in 2012, a cross-party group of backbenchers argued that politicians overlook elderly members of society. They urged the Conservative government to create a minister for older people, stating that policymakers often...

What’s the most awkward thing you’ve carried on a bicycle? Apart from child seats, few people here in the UK use bicycles as a way of carrying stuff. And that's an opportunity lost because elsewhere in the world, cyclists have become expert at balancing or lashing all manner of cargo to a standard bike. The challenge is you never quite know...

As the world grapples with a climate emergency, urban congestion, and declining public health, some cities have emerged as beacons of sustainable urban living by championing active travel. These cities have transformed their streetscapes by fostering a culture of walking, cycling, and public transport. How did they do it? What hurdles did...

The last few weeks of political campaigning have seen many public pledges of support for drivers, but far fewer for those who walk, wheel, cycle or use public transport. Why so little talk from policymakers about the interplay between active travel, public health and climate change? Historically, pro-cycling measures in the UK have been met...

Long gone are the days when e-bikes were scoffed at as a cheat. Today, these electrically assisted marvels are transforming the cycling landscape, shattering preconceptions, and broadening horizons for many who had long considered cycling too strenuous. If you haven't yet tried an e-bike, have a go. Just a few turns of the pedals reveals...

As Paris prepares to host the Olympics next month, the city is working hard to boost everyday cycling. For example, to help ease congested streets, lower air pollution and reduce road danger, the French capital offers businesses a cargo bike subsidy. The city pays up to €1,200 towards a cargo bike, including e-bike models. Here in the UK,...

Watching someone roll by with visibly deflated tyres makes us wince. A car will guzzle more fuel and a bicycle will need more grunt. Oh, and it makes a pinch puncture more likely. Luckily, maintaining correct tyre pressure is a cheap, quick and easy task. Especially if you have the right tool for the job. A track pump makes the task a...

Bicycles are the most energy-efficient mode of human travel. However, a student from Surrey has created a device to make them even greener. This week, the Energy Institute awarded the Climate Change Award 2024 to sixth-form student Albert Read for his carbon cycle capture project. Albert built a bicycle accessory from upcycled household...