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Ian Ross Resigns as ACT Pedal Power CEO
Canberra, ACT The ACT’s peak cycling advocacy organisation is looking for a new chief officer, after its current CEO, Ian Ross, announced his departure this month. After nearly five years at the helm of ACT Pedal Power, Ian is leaving in October to pursue a challenging new role with Hartley Lifecare, a Canberra-based not-for-profit organisation…
Zero Fuel but Plenty of Passion for New Moped Manufacturer
Brisbane, Queensland A new Australia producer of electric mopeds was officially launched last week and it’s already making waves in one of the world’s most discerning moped markets. Brisbane-based Benzina Zero held it national launch in its home town on 15th September, amid strong initial growth in the Australian market. However, Benzina Zero – particularly…
30kmh Precinct for Wollongong Region Town
Helensburgh, NSW South-eastern NSW has its second 30kmh speed zone precinct, with a reduced speed limit being introduced to the Helensburgh town centre. Transport for NSW announced signage would be installed from 29th August for the new speed limit, as part of a “long-term vision to make it a safe and welcoming place to visit,…
Tasmanian Rail Trail Extension Open for Public Comment
Lilydale, Tasmania A vital section of a proposed rail trail extension in north-eastern Tasmania is open for community comment until 14th September. The City of Launceston is inviting comment on a development application for the 14km section that sits within its local government area, between Wyena and Lilydale Falls Reserve. It’s part of a total…
Micromobility Conference Revealing Growing Tech Solutions
Sydney, NSW Industry and community expectations for e-scooter safety is taking the industry beyond GPS technology and onto more advanced systems to control how the vehicles are used, according to a head of Asia Pacific’s largest shared micromobility provider. The Australia and New Zealand General Manager of Beam, Tom Cooper, says the escalating transition from…
Hopper Stays Close to Driving Experience
Frankfurt, Germany Luring drivers out of cars and into more sustainable transport options could require alternatives as close as possible to the automobile experience, according to the developer of a new light electric vehicle (LEV) prototype. German company Hopper Mobility, launched only last year, attracted plenty of attention when it exhibited its three-wheeler prototype at…
Two More E-Bike Ventures for Porsche
Ottobrunn, Germany German performance car manufacturer Porsche has further escalated its involvement in the bicycle industry, launching two ventures his month as it seeks to launch a new generation of Porsche electric bikes from the middle of this decade. It has partnered with Dutch company Ponooc Investment B.V. to create Porsche eBike Performance GmbH, based…
Specialized Ready For Active Promotion at Micromobility Conference and Expo
Randwick, NSW Specialized’s large-scale expansion into the urban bike market will be on full display when Sydney’s Randwick Racecourse hosts the inaugural Micromobility Conference and Expo on 25th and 26th November. The company has confirmed it will be exhibiting at the expo, with a particular emphasis on its commuter bikes and e-bike models. Specialized Product…
Europe Leaders Turning to Bike Industry for Solutions
Frankfurt, Germany The European bike industry is enjoying unprecedented prominence and relevance among the continent’s top decision makers as, for the first time, the bike sector is being viewed as a central solution to environmental, energy supply and social crisis ,according to Cycling Industries Europe CEO Kevin Mayne. Speaking at a Eurobike 2022 industry leaders…
Bosch Takes the Brakes Off
Frankfurt, Germany Despite there being plenty of available function rooms at Messe Frankfurt, Bosch chose to hire a more character-filled hall on the other side of the city for its 2023 season launch. Ironically, the bus sent to collect members of the media from Messe Frankfurt (as the showgrounds that now host Eurobike are called)…