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Giant Launches 120 Nm Trance Advanced E+ with Electronic Traction Control

Latest story · 02 October 2026

Giant Launches 120 Nm Trance Advanced E+ with Electronic Traction Control

Giant's new carbon e-MTB combines a 120 Nm SyncDrive Pro 4 motor, an 840 Wh battery and electronic rear-wheel traction management.

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German Court Ruling Highlights E-Bike Battery Risk After Minor Falls

A Frankfurt appeals court has ruled that replacement costs may be recoverable when an e-bike battery cannot be certified as safe after an accident.

European Cycling Industry Seeks EU-Wide Ban on E-Bike Tampering Kits

European Cycling Industries is calling for stronger EU enforcement against illegal e-bikes, online sellers and devices used to bypass assistance limits.

Gazelle Expands Ultimate Range with Three Class 1 E-Bikes

Gazelle is extending its redesigned Ultimate platform with three 20 mph models focused on natural assistance, comfort and everyday versatility.

Cube Nuride Hybrid Performance 720 Targets Everyday Touring with Bosch Power

Cube's 2027 Nuride Hybrid Performance 720 combines a 75 Nm Bosch motor, large battery and complete utility equipment in an accessible trekking e-bike.

Bosch Puts Hub Line at Center of 2027 European Dealer Training

Bosch eBike Systems will use its 17th European dealer training season to prepare workshops for the new Hub Line motor and other model-year 2027 products.

Raymon Backs Five E-Bike Motor Systems for Its 2027 Range

Raymon is preparing dealers for a broad 2027 e-bike portfolio built around Bosch, Yamaha, Avinox, Panasonic and OLI drive systems.

Berria Bikes Reports 18% Revenue Growth as International Sales Pass 60%

Spanish manufacturer Berria Bikes says revenue rose 18% as international markets and a focused e-bike portfolio support its expansion.

Whyte Returns to Germany and Austria with New Karve E-MTB Range

Whyte Bikes is re-entering the German and Austrian markets through distributor Sports Nut, led by its new 2027 Karve electric mountain bikes.

Bosch Introduces Two-Level Dealer Certification for 2026–27

Bosch eBike Systems is adding a tiered technical training program for North American dealers, with around 100 in-person stops planned.

Trek Expands Urban E-Bike Range with Bosch-Powered Inbound+

Trek’s new Inbound+ combines Bosch’s compact Hub Line drive with commuter equipment and a choice of chain or belt drivetrains.

Crussis Expands 2027 E-Bike Range with Avinox and Panasonic

Crussis has announced more than 100 e-bikes for 2027, including over 80 Avinox-powered models and new Panasonic GXM options.

Honda Signals E-MTB Market Entry with New Prototype

Honda has shown a new electric mountain bike prototype in Europe and confirmed plans to enter the e-MTB segment.

Ducati Launches Two Avinox-Powered E-Enduros for 2027

Ducati’s new DM-160 R and DM-170 RR combine an adjustable carbon platform with the high-output Avinox M2S drive and an 800 Wh battery.

Gazelle Curb Brings Bosch Hubline Commuting Below £2,000

Gazelle’s new Curb C1 and T9 pair Bosch’s compact Hubline rear motor with practical commuter equipment at a sub-£2,000 price.

Avinox Adds DP200 Handlebar Display to Broaden E-Bike Integration

Avinox’s new DP200 puts a compact touchscreen and physical controls on the handlebar, giving e-bike makers an alternative to the system’s integrated top-tube display.

Moustache Lundi 27 Adopts Bosch’s First Hub Motor

Moustache has redesigned its Lundi 27 city e-bike around Bosch’s new Hub Line motor, cutting weight while retaining everyday utility.

Conway Expands 2027 Range with Full-Suspension Cairon SUV

Conway's 2027 range adds a full-suspension step-through SUV e-bike alongside refreshed electric and unassisted gravel platforms.

E-Gravel Bikes Post 43% Growth in Germany While Overall E-Bike Market Shrinks

New ZIV figures show German e-gravel sales jumped to 29,300 units in 2025, defying a slight downturn in the wider e-bike market.

hGears Schramberg Files for Insolvency as E-Bike Weakness Hits Production

The German gear-making subsidiary has requested self-administered insolvency proceedings, citing weak e-bike demand and underused production capacity.

Cube Kathmandu Hybrid Pro 800 Brings 120 Nm Bosch Power to Trekking Duty

Cube's new Kathmandu Hybrid Pro 800 Wave pairs Bosch's Performance Line CX motor with an 800 Wh battery and full touring equipment for 2027.

Corratec Goes Avinox: New E-Power RS C Brings 150 Nm and an 800 Wh Battery

Corratec expands its 2027 e-MTB lineup with the E-Power RS C, a 160 mm carbon full-suspension platform built around DJI's Avinox M2S drive and a fully integrated 800 Wh battery.

SEG Automotive's New BLM Motor Packs 80 Nm into Just 2.1 kg

SEG Automotive announces the BLM mid-drive, promising light-assist weight of 2.1 kg combined with up to 80 Nm of torque and 700 W of peak power in its 48-volt version.

Fantic Unveils Rhapsody MY27: Carbon E-Enduro with Bosch CX Gen5 and 800 Wh Battery

Fantic expands its e-MTB lineup with the Rhapsody MY27, a full-carbon enduro built around the Bosch Performance Line CX Gen5 motor, an 800 Wh removable battery and 180 mm of front travel.

Studies Suggest E-Bike Injury Patterns Resemble Cycling, Not Motorcycling

A review of trauma research finds that e-bike crash injuries look far more like conventional cycling incidents than motorcycle accidents, challenging a common safety misconception.

Simplon's Production Arm Files for Insolvency Again as 2024 Rescue Plan Collapses

Austrian premium bike maker Simplon's production company has filed a new restructuring petition with roughly €33.4 million in liabilities, less than two years after its first insolvency.

Velo de Ville Trims 2 kg Off Its 2027 Trekking and SUV E-Bikes

The German brand's updated AEB PRO and SEB PRO shed around two kilograms for 2027 while adding an 800 Wh Bosch PowerTube option.

Cube Adds Practical 720 Wh Reaction Hybrid to 2027 Range

Cube's new Reaction Hybrid Performance 720 FE Wave combines a Bosch mid-drive system with everyday equipment at a comparatively accessible price.

Specialized Launches Tech-Heavy Turbo Vado 3 6.0 IGH

Specialized's new Turbo Vado 3 6.0 IGH combines a 100 Nm motor, 840 Wh battery, automatic hub gearing and integrated safety technology.

Flit M2i Uses Aerospace-Style Bonding to Cut Folding E-Bike Weight

British manufacturer Flit has introduced a 13.3 kg folding e-bike whose aluminum frame is structurally bonded rather than welded.

Hercules Recalls Five Folding E-Bikes Over Carbon Fork Failure Risk

German brand Hercules has issued a stop-ride warning for five Rob Fold SL folding e-bikes, offering owners a free swap to an aluminum-fork model or a full refund.

Eurobike 2027 Reportedly Moves Back to Summer After Short-Lived September Plan

The Eurobike trade show is said to return to a late-June slot in 2027, reversing a September date announced only months ago, with organizer Fairnamic promising details on September 1.

Giant Previews 2027 Explore E+ with New 100 Nm SyncDrive Pro 3X Motor

At its German dealer show in Erkrath, Giant unveiled the 2027 Explore E+ trekking e-bike with a new 100 Nm SyncDrive Pro 3X drive and Enviolo integration.

Moustache Clutch Put Through Its Paces: Pinion-Powered E-Enduro Impresses in Long-Term Test

A new in-depth test of the Moustache Clutch examines whether the French brand's Pinion MGU-equipped e-enduro lives up to its full-throttle billing.

Study Pegs Women as a Near-Billion-Euro Opportunity for Germany's Stagnant Bike Market

New research says female riders could add up to €950 million to Germany's bike market by 2030 — but unsafe infrastructure, not product, is the real bottleneck.

Nicolai R20 Turns a Downhill Bike Into a Pinion-Powered Self-Shuttle

Nicolai's limited R20 MGU AON Edition combines downhill geometry, 200 mm suspension and a Pinion motor-gearbox with a battery of up to 1,060 Wh.

Aventon Opens First German Showroom in Munich as US Brands Push Into DACH

Five months after entering the German market, US e-bike brand Aventon has opened a permanent showroom in Munich's Westend, offering test rides and click-and-collect service.

FOCUS Overhauls Its eMTB Range for 2027: Simpler Names, New JAM Flagship, More Range for the THRON

FOCUS restructures its 2027 e-bike lineup with a streamlined naming scheme, a limited-edition JAM LTD flagship, and a bigger battery for the touring-oriented THRON.

Trek Launches District+ Urban E-Bike Range with Bosch Mid-Drive Motors

Trek's new seven-model District+ lineup brings Bosch mid-drive power and full commuter equipment to the entry and mid-level urban e-bike segment.

Bafang Joins the Power Race: Production RS Motors Peak at 1,700 Watts

Bafang finalizes its M510RS and M560RS mid-drives with short-burst peaks of up to 1,700 watts and 150 Nm, answering recent moves by Bosch and DJI.

Asus Enters the E-Bike Market With Oxiis Retrofit Friction Drive

The Taiwanese tech giant unveils the Oxiis E250G1, a 3.7 kg clip-on friction-roller drive that turns a regular bike into an e-bike with USB-C charging.

Fox Factory Files Patent for Its Own E-Bike Motor with eCVT Gearbox

Suspension specialist Fox Factory has filed a US patent for a mid-drive e-bike motor that combines two electric motors with a strain-wave gearbox to create a continuously variable transmission.

Volkswagen Smart eBike Brings Automotive Radar and a Rear-View Camera to Two Wheels

VW and n+ will debut a radar-activated rear-view camera e-bike at IFA Berlin, billed as the world's safest production eBike.

Raymon Reports 25% Sales Growth and Sixfold Pre-Orders After Pierer Split

German e-bike brand Raymon says revenue is up 25% and its 2027 order book has grown sixfold as the company rebuilds under the Puello family.

Kona Rebuilds Its Big E-Enduros: Remote 160 and Remote X Switch to Bosch CX and 800 Wh

Kona's new Remote 160 and Remote X share one aluminium platform with Bosch Performance Line CX Gen5, an 800 Wh battery and up to 180 mm of travel.

Scott Updates Strike E-Fully with 120 Nm Bosch CX and 800 Wh Battery

Scott's next-generation Strike all-round e-fully gains the latest Bosch Performance CX motor, a bigger 800 Wh battery, and more everyday-friendly details.

Cube Ends Its Bosch-Only Era: DJI Avinox Motors Arrive in the 2027 Lineup

Cube will offer DJI Avinox drive units alongside Bosch in its 2027 Stereo Hybrid range, ending more than a decade of Bosch exclusivity.

Irish Investor Circles Bankrupt Accell Group as Brands Seek Separate Paths

Quanta Capital is reportedly exploring an acquisition of the insolvent Accell Group, while Lapierre and Raleigh pursue separate restructuring routes.

Bosch Refreshes Active Line Plus: More Power, 500 g Lighter, Plus New PowerTube 720 Battery

Bosch has announced a stronger, more compact Active Line Plus drive unit alongside a new 720 Wh PowerTube battery promising up to 185 km of range.

Giant Says Europe's Inventory Glut Is Nearly Over as Q2 Profit Jumps 234%

Giant reports a sharp second-quarter rebound and signals that the European bike market's long destocking phase is approaching its end.

CENTURION No Pogo R7000 Blurs the Line Between Trail Bike and SUV E-Bike

The new No Pogo R7000 pairs 170 mm of travel with integrated lighting, a removable 800 Wh Bosch battery and everyday-focused details.

Haibike, Ghost and Winora Parent Companies File for Insolvency in Germany

Accell's German subsidiaries have entered self-administration insolvency proceedings as the group seeks an investor to carve out its German operations.

Accell Group Files for Insolvency, Putting Haibike, Ghost and Raleigh in Limbo

The Dutch parent of Haibike, Ghost, Lapierre, Winora and Raleigh has entered insolvency proceedings after takeover talks collapsed.

Peugeot Cycles Returns With Seven New Bikes and E-Bikes Built in France

The historic French brand relaunches with a seven-model range of bikes and e-bikes, assembled in Romilly-sur-Seine from October 2026.

Welcome to SUV.bike — the SUV E-Bike Magazine

A new independent magazine dedicated entirely to the SUV e-bike category launches today.