urban transport
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Back in 2021, California's Aventon launched its first full-size fat-tire adventure ebike, the Aventure. Now the second generation has been released, adding responsive torque sensor to the design, and offering more per-charge range.
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Australia's bush-ready electric bike maker Stealth has launched a slick-lookin' urban adventurer called the Overlander on Indiegogo, which boasts a mid-drive motor, a 60-mile battery, front suspension and a funky S-logo headlight.
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This week, McLaren Applied spun off micro-mobility brand Lavoie. The company is looking to inject some serious F1 talent and know-how into creating solutions like the Series 1, an e-scooter that folds down into an easy-carry package in seconds.
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Taiwan's Giant Bicycles has launched a tough-looking urban ebike called the Stormguard E+ that's designed to tackle daily commutes, shopping trips into town or off-road adventures beyond the city limits in full-suspension comfort.
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While some electric moto makers focus on high performance and long range, others are aiming at the commuter market. California startup Ryvid has launched an around-town electric moto called the Anthem that also has enough pep for highway riding.
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Eurobike kicks off in Frankfurt this week, and Heidelberg-based "avant-garde" ebike builder Coboc is marking the occasion with the launch of an urban sport model called the Sydney that rocks stealthy non-ebike looks and tips the scales at 14.5 kg.
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The new generation of Piaggio’s MP3 tilting three-wheeled scooters has debuted with two models, the 400 HPE and 530 HPE. Both feature updated looks and engines, as well as a host of fresh electronic gear, including a rear-facing radar and camera combo.
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Fixed-gear specialist State Bicycle Co has entered the ebike market to offer a simple, affordable electric that looks and rides much like a traditional urban commuter with a bit of pep. The matte black-out look only adds to its understated appeal.
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If you can't build out, build up. It works for city buildings, and a Japanese design firm is trying to make it work for city bikes. The Streek e-trike carries two levels of cargo inside a loop frame compact enough for tight city streets and paths.
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German motion plastics specialist igus and Dutch bicycle startup MTRL have partnered to create a bike made from recycled plastic trash, including the frame, forks, wheels and gears. The igus:bike is due to ride out toward the end of the year.
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When Squad Mobility announced plans for a solar-electric city car in 2019, it had only renderings and promises. This week, it revealed the completed Squad, an evolved microcar that still maintains its simple, highly affordable solarized design.
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One of the world's largest bicycle brands ups its ebike game with a dedicated brand encouraging commuters to ditch the car and get on an electric bike. Specialized's Globe brand will carry the torch of getting more butts into ebike saddles.
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