Posts by Scott Green
Hybrid Series Ruling Clears Path For Greater Innovation
Brussels, Belgium A European Commission ruling classifying Series Hybrid e-bikes as bicycles has opened the door for further technological development, according to a peak European body for electric vehicles. The Light Electric Vehicle Association of Europe (LEVA-EU) has been campaigning the commission for nearly five years to have series hybrids (e-bikes without a physical chain)…
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Maximum Speed Halved for Queensland Scooters
Brisbane, Queensland Speed limits will be halved for e-scooters travelling on footpaths in Queensland, under a range of measures announced by the Minister for Transport and Main Roads, Mark Bailey, last week to encourage safer use of scooters. The speed reduction, to 12kmh, will be accompanied by mandated safety measures, a safety education campaign and…
Noise Radars to Quieten Heart of Paris
Paris, France Paris authorities are implementing two measures to quieten vehicle noise in the city and curb traffic levels to create a calmer city centre. The city has switched on its first noise radars in recent weeks, setting up an automated system to identify excessively loud vehicles, such as “roaring motorcycles or cars”, and issue…
Hubtiger a Digital Game Changer for Workshop Admin
~ Sponsored Content ~ Technology company Hubtiger is helping bike stores elevate and modernise the administration of their workshops to a standard that matches the rest of their operation. Its ground-breaking online business management software, finally providing a solution designed specifically for bike shops, is quickly developing a following in Australasia. A total of 120…
Amy Gillett Foundation Expands Focus to Safe Roads
Melbourne, Victoria A new campaign by the Amy Gillett Foundation (AGF) is aiming to foster safe cycling spaces and a more positive perception of cyclists. The Safe Roads for Safe Cycling campaign, being launched on 10th March as part of the foundation’s annual Giving Day, has two main objectives: create safe bike lanes, shoulders and…
How the Stars Aligned for e-Bikes in 2021
Wollongong, NSW 2021 might well have been the most important year in the emergence of e-bikes. Continued sales growth, escalating technological advancements, corporate investment, infrastructure progress and global recognition of their importance to improve our quality of life all combined in an almost perfect storm for the e-bike industry. The validity of this assessment will…
Fringe Academies to Head Off Bad Scooter Behaviour
Adelaide, South Australia Who said road safety is no laughing matter? Share scooter operator Beam is continuing its partnership with the Adelaide Fringe for a third consecutive year, teaming up as the festival’s official e-mobility partner. This year’s partnership is launching a ‘Summer of Safety’ campaign featuring SA celebrity Andrew ‘Cosi’ Costello and Fringe artists.…
Ford Trialling Unique Directional Driver Alerts
Aachen, Germany Ford Motor Company is developing onboard speakers and specific sounds to alert drivers to other road users around their vehicle, including cyclists and pedestrians. Ford of Europe is trialling “smart driver alert technology” that uses in-car audio to clearly identify the type of road user and their location. The trial includes intuitive sounds…
$5.2 Million Financing Round for Repairable Battery Maker
Bordeaux, France A French company producing e-bike batteries that can be repaired in less than 10 minutes has raised €3.3 million (A$5.2 million) in a new financing round. The company, Gouach, plans to use the funds to boost its team of 15 people and market its eco-friendly battery to fleet operators and manufacturers in the…