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How UPS Sees Electric Cargo Bikes Fitting Into Global Logistics [VIDEO]

By Richard Schrubb

E-bikes and e-cargo-bikes are having an impact on people as they wake up to their range, agility and ease of use.

Big logistics businesses have seen their potential too, with increasing numbers of logistics and delivery companies looking at using them to increase efficiency and tackle their carbon emissions.

United Parcel Service (UPS) is one of the biggest logistics operators in the world and claims to move ‘2% of the world’s Gross Domestic Product every day’.

We spoke to Tom Madrecki, UPS Director of Urban Innovation and Mobility about how they see e-bikes being used now and into the future. [Read more…] about How UPS Sees Electric Cargo Bikes Fitting Into Global Logistics [VIDEO]

iGo Fat Folding Electric Bike Review Part 1 – Pictures & Specs

The iGo Fat Folding is in for testing and review and this is a rather unique eBike!

It’s an eBike based on a folding bike platform while adding in 4″ wide stable fat bike tires, a low step thru frame, and powerful electric assist.

Some of the highlights of this eFat folder are a 500 watt geared rear hub motor, high capacity 48V 13ah lithium Samsung battery, suspension fork & seatpost, pedal assist & throttle, and much more.

The iGo Fat Folding is priced at $1,699 with free shipping.

In this first part of the review you will get a detailed look at this bike with a BUNCH of pictures and the specifications. [Read more…] about iGo Fat Folding Electric Bike Review Part 1 – Pictures & Specs

eBike News: Win a Yamaha, Friction Drive, SF eBike Festival, Solid Tires, & More! [VIDEOS]

In this week’s eBike news roundup:

    • Dockless Specialist Obike to Sell eBikes
    • Olympia’s High End eMTB
    • Economical Outrunner Friction Drive
    • Win A Yamaha eBike
    • eBike Festival in San Francisco
    • Ford Van Plus eBike Logistics System
    • New Tech; Tyre Liners Plus Mobile Phone Use Detection
    • Suspended and Enclosed Cycle Lanes
    • eBikes In Seattle And New Uk E-Bike Stores
    • And Much More!

[Read more…] about eBike News: Win a Yamaha, Friction Drive, SF eBike Festival, Solid Tires, & More! [VIDEOS]

Rad Power Bikes RadWagon Electric Cargo Bike Review Part 2: Ride & Range Test [VIDEO]

After miles of testing the Rad Power Bikes RadWagon it has proven to be a versatile eCargo bike that offers a smooth and quiet ride style with impressive range.

The new 2018 version has a solid aluminum frame that is designed to work with many cargo accessories and the bike can fit a wide range of riders.

A 750 watt direct drive motor smoothly blends the assist to help with transporting cargo all over town.

With its long range capabilities you can have the confidence to use the RadWagon for more errands and leave the car at home.

The RadWagon is priced at $1,499 with free shipping (lower 48 states) and Rad Power Bikes offers monthly payment options as well.

In this second part of the full review you will get an idea of the ride characteristics, range test results, pros, cons, and overall thoughts on this electric bike. [Read more…] about Rad Power Bikes RadWagon Electric Cargo Bike Review Part 2: Ride & Range Test [VIDEO]

New eBikes From: Commencal, Elby, Electra, Felt, Focus, Oyama, Tern, & Yamaha [VIDEOS]

In this continuing coverage of the new 2018 eBikes from the Sea Otter Classic here are videos of new eBikes from Commencal, Elby,  Electra, Felt, Focus, Oyama, Tern, & Yamaha.

Make sure you checkout these other posts with more videos of new eBikes from:

BESV, Blix, BULLS, Bosch, and Cube

Benno, Cero, Giant & Liv, Gazelle, Haibike, Pesu, and Raleigh

BMC, Easy Motion, Fantic, Haro, IZIP, Pivot, and Trek

Ergon, Goodyear, Kona, Kinekt, Mondraker, RedShift, RSV, & Shimano

The Sea Otter Classic is a celebration of cycling with racing (road, mountain, cyclocross, eMTB), rides, exhibitors, test rides, music, food & drinks, and more.

Now on to the videos!

[Read more…] about New eBikes From: Commencal, Elby, Electra, Felt, Focus, Oyama, Tern, & Yamaha [VIDEOS]

eBike News: Ford eBike Share, Boogaloo Schedule, ST5, eCargo Groceries, Zipper Tires, & More! [VIDEOS]

In this week’s eBike news roundup:

  • Ford’s eBike Share in San Francisco
  • Bring Your Own Battery eBike Share
  • High-Tech Stromer ST5
  • Boogaloo eMTB Race Schedule
  • eMTB Motor Comparison
  • Retyre Zipper Tires – First Look
  • Grocery eCargo Bike Deliveries
  • Rad Power Bikes is Hiring
  • BMZ Expands in China
  • And Much More!

[Read more…] about eBike News: Ford eBike Share, Boogaloo Schedule, ST5, eCargo Groceries, Zipper Tires, & More! [VIDEOS]

Rad Power Bikes RadWagon Electric Cargo Bike Review Part 1 – Pictures & Specs

The all new 2018 Rad Power Bikes RadWagon electric cargo bike is in for testing & review!

This is an economical eCargo bike with a high capacity 48V 14ah lithium battery, 750 watt direct drive motor, sturdy aluminum frame, disc brakes, and a lot of accessory options.

The RadWagon is priced at $1,499 with free shipping (lower 48 states) and they have monthly payment options as well.

Rad Power Bikes recently started selling their eBikes in Canada and select European markets.

In this first part of the review you will get a detailed look at this bike with a BUNCH of pictures and the specifications. [Read more…] about Rad Power Bikes RadWagon Electric Cargo Bike Review Part 1 – Pictures & Specs

New eBikes From: Benno, Cero, Giant & Liv, Gazelle, Haibike, Pesu, and Raleigh [VIDEOS]

In this continuing coverage of the new 2018 eBikes from the Sea Otter Classic here are videos of new eBikes from Benno, Cero, Giant & Liv, Gazelle, Haibike, Pesu, and Raleigh.

Make sure you checkout these other posts with more videos of new eBikes from:

BESV, Blix, BULLS, Bosch, and Cube

BMC, Easy Motion, Fantic, Haro, IZIP, Pivot, and Trek

Commencal, Elby,  Electra, Felt, Focus, Oyama, Tern, & Yamaha

Ergon, Goodyear, Kona, Kinekt, Mondraker, RedShift, RSV, & Shimano

The Sea Otter Classic is a celebration of cycling with racing (road, mountain, cyclocross, eMTB), rides, exhibitors, test rides, music, food & drinks, and more.

Now on to the videos!

[Read more…] about New eBikes From: Benno, Cero, Giant & Liv, Gazelle, Haibike, Pesu, and Raleigh [VIDEOS]

eBike News: eMTBs at Mammoth, eBike Giveaways, Giro d’Italia, eMTB Racing & Skills Training, & More!

In this week’s eBike news roundup:

  • eMTBs Welcomed at Mammoth Mountain
  • Many eBike Activities at the Sea Otter Classic
  • BULLS & Oyama eBike Giveaways
  • eMTB Racing & Skills Training
  • eBiking Replacing Car Trips
  • eBike Racing Giro d’Italia Style
  • Alpen Bike Storage
  • Saddlebones Innovative Air Saddle
  • And Much More!

[Read more…] about eBike News: eMTBs at Mammoth, eBike Giveaways, Giro d’Italia, eMTB Racing & Skills Training, & More!

Research Finds eBiking Replaces Car Trips

By Richard Shrubb

A report for the Portland, OR based National Institute for Transportation and Communities (NITC) shows that e-bike users are increasingly replacing car use with e-bikes. 

The research published last month found, “The majority of the utilitarian trips (i.e., errands and commutes) being made by e-bike are replacing motor vehicle trips, which signifies an impressive decrease in vehicle miles traveled.”

The research involved a survey of 1,759 e-bike users and owners across the United States, and it also found that people who might not use traditional bikes due to age and physical disability are using e-bikes, and that there is a perception of increased safety on e-bikes.  [Read more…] about Research Finds eBiking Replaces Car Trips

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