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E-Bike Incentive Programs Need Well-Defined Goals To Be More Effective

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Credit to Author: Derek Markham| Date: Wed, 11 Dec 2024 20:50:19 +0000

Incentive programs meant to catalyze the adoption of greener, cleaner, low carbon technologies, such as we’ve seen with solar and EVs, and most recently e-bikes, can be effective if done right, but when a cookie-cutter one-size-fits-all approach is used, they can end up being not very cost-effective or efficient in … [continued]

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The T1 Pro E-Cargo Bike Shows Some Next-Level Thinking

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Credit to Author: Derek Markham| Date: Tue, 10 Dec 2024 23:29:57 +0000

There are e-cargo bikes, and then there are e-cargo bikes… On the one hand, there are electric cargo bikes that include a little more room for carrying stuff in their design, but are otherwise pretty much like a bog-standard electric bicycle, sorta like the basic modern crossover design in automobiles, … [continued]

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The 32kW US-Made Electric Dirt Bike From Dust Moto Is “Silent But Savage”

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Credit to Author: Derek Markham| Date: Mon, 09 Dec 2024 19:07:58 +0000

After the e-bike sector explosion that we’ve seen in recent years, now the e-moto space is also rapidly growing, and the number of new models and brands of electric dirt bikes, which seem to be a popular choice for many new riders, is rising steadily. The latest entrant in the … [continued]

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This Is The Electric (Micro) Motorhome Of The Future: The Grounded T1 E-Trike RV

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Credit to Author: Derek Markham| Date: Thu, 05 Dec 2024 20:54:51 +0000

In what looks to be the first of a kind, at least in terms of the execution of the idea, the startup Grounded has unveiled its latest product, a small RV trailer, which is a micro camper pulled by a light electric vehicle, complete with Starlink internet, rooftop solar, “smart” … [continued]

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Save Up To $500 On E-Bikes & Accessories From Rad Power Bikes (Black Friday / Cyber Monday)

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Credit to Author: GearTechnica| Date: Tue, 26 Nov 2024 19:54:14 +0000

From now through December 4th, Rad Power Bikes is running a Black Friday/Cyber Monday sale on select e-bikes, e-bike racks, and accessories, with potential savings as much as $700. And if you also have access to a local or state e-bike rebate or incentive, buying an electron-fueled fun machine could … [continued]

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Increase Your Hindsight For Cycling Safety With These Unique Bar-End Mirrors

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Credit to Author: Derek Markham| Date: Wed, 20 Nov 2024 19:26:27 +0000

For the cyclists, e-cyclists, and tricyclists who spend a fair bit of time riding in and around busy streets and among traffic, situational awareness is one big key to staying safe while riding. Knowing who or what is coming up behind you before you merge or turn or hit the … [continued]

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I Really Wish I Could Love This Solar-Powered Electric “Cargo” Scooter

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Credit to Author: Derek Markham| Date: Tue, 19 Nov 2024 23:47:27 +0000

The interwebz have been buzzing lately about a new solar-powered electric “cargo” scooter, dubbed Lightfoot, that was just announced by Otherlab, and its main selling point seems to be its dual onboard solar panels, which could provide “up to 18 miles (28 km) of additional range per day,” just by … [continued]

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This E-Bike Is Powered By Discarded Single-Use Vape Batteries

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Credit to Author: Derek Markham| Date: Mon, 18 Nov 2024 22:00:22 +0000

And now for something completely different… A creative YouTuber recently picked up a whole bunch of discarded single-use (disposable) vapes at a music festival, disassembled them, and then used their battery cells to build a functional e-bike battery pack. As lithium-ion batteries get smaller and cheaper, their inclusion into more … [continued]

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Hot Deal: Save Up To $1350 On Xtracycle’s E-Cargo Bikes During The Black Friday Sale

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Credit to Author: GearTechnica| Date: Fri, 15 Nov 2024 22:25:58 +0000

From now through November 18th, Xtracycle is running a hot Black Friday sale with savings up to $1350 on select e-cargo bikes. This includes free shipping and local assembly, plus loads of accessories, including the Hooptie passenger system, a bike pack, and more. The Xtracycle Swoop, dubbed The Ultimate Kid … [continued]

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Vvolt Is Bringing The Unique STREEK E-Cargo Trike To The US

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Credit to Author: Derek Markham| Date: Fri, 15 Nov 2024 17:24:07 +0000

In a world of oh-so-similar electric cargo bike designs, the compact STREEK stands out, but unless you live in Japan, you probably won’t ever see one, let alone purchase one. However, thanks to Vvolt, a new version of this modular e-cargo trike with a tilting front suspension is being designed … [continued]

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