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In this week’s eBike news roundup:
By Richard Peace
UK’s Exeter rolls out e-bike hire from just 75p (around US$1)
The docking stations are being installed for what looks like it could be a groundbreaking e-bike hire scheme in Exeter in the south-west of the UK.
Local media reports say they are currently being tested and that ‘In the first phase of the scheme, 23 bikes will be available to rent for periods of between 30 minutes and 24 hours, with more due to be added as the scheme grows.’
There will be both membership and ‘turn up and go’ options and the Co Bikes website says rental fees will start at a remarkably low [Read more…] about eBike News: eBike-Share Systems, Bigger Batteries, 80 Mile Commute, New Mid Drive, & More! [VIDEO]
It’s time for the e-bike technology update from Eurobike 2015!
Some of the new e-bike technology at Eurobike was injection molded frames for quick production, EnergyTube modular battery solutions, a hub motor with built in automatic transmission, an autonomous electric trike prototype, and more.
Battery cell energy density improvements from Samsung and LG were also a highlight of the show. These battery cell improvements being driven by the auto industry could have a big impact on e-bikes. [Read more…] about E-Bike Report From Eurobike: New Tech & New Batteries
