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Shimano opens 2026 with weak global sales

2+ hour, 49+ min ago  (83+ words) The slowdown in consumer spending and market uncertainty due to the geopolitical situation is starting to surface in the financial results in the e-bike and bicycle industry. Except for the Oceanian market, Shimano reports weak retail sales worldwide. As a…...

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German industry rivals Eurobike with launch of international trade fair

2+ day, 3+ hour ago  (75+ words) The debate around Eurobike has entered a new phase since German industry organisations announced they will organise 'a leading international trade show' in 2027. This decision stems from a dispute between the Eurobike organiser, Fairnamic, and the German industry organisations ZIV,…...

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Joycube targets safer, longer-range e-bikes with semi-solid battery technology

1+ week, 6+ day ago  (535+ words) At Eurobike 2025, Joycube showcased their semi-solid battery solution that combines solid-state benefits with practical production. Joycube R&D manager Olivia Huang explains how it is designed to meet the needs of both the Chinese and European e-bike markets. China's new…...

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Du Tech Holding building a new conglomerate in the bicycle industry

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (21+ words) Bike Europe Du Tech Holding building a new conglomerate in the bicycle industry...

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DAHON and Ideal Bike sign strategic cooperation agreement

2+ mon, 1+ week ago  (227+ words) In early January, folding bicycle manufacturer DAHON TECH (HKEX Stock Code: 02543. HK) and Ideal Bike Corp (TPEx Stock Code: 8933) signed a strategic cooperation agreement at DAHON's headquarters, with a focus on green mobility. Amid intensifying global market competition, the alliance…...

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Shimano study reveals the hidden bottleneck in Europe's cycling boom

2+ mon, 1+ week ago  (21+ words) Bike Europe Shimano study reveals the hidden bottleneck in Europe's cycling boom...

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ZF e-bike activities on hold as major partner Raymon breaks cooperation

2+ mon, 2+ week ago  (79+ words) One of the world's largest automotive suppliers ZF, marked its entry into the e-bike business with a debut at Eurobike in 2018. Specialising in tailor-made open drive systems, the German manufacturers aimed to become a serious competitor to Bosch. However, this…...

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Herrmans Bike Components: ready for an unpredictable future

3+ mon, 1+ week ago  (755+ words) Founded in 1959, Herrmans began as a rim tape specialist and has since evolved into a global OEM supplier of grips, lights, reflectors, chain guards and accessories. Today, its portfolio comprises around 2, 000 components used on bicycles worldwide. "In our industry, challenging…...

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2025 exposes deepening division in the bicycle industry

3+ mon, 3+ week ago  (144+ words) ZEIST, The Netherlands - It became apparent within the first few months of the year that 2025 would not be the turnaround year the bicycle industry needed. A muted Taipei Cycle show made clear that the supply chain was nowhere near back…...